Direct Your Career Towards a Director of Research Position

A Director of Research oversees the planning, development, and execution of research initiatives. Deal with top employers in industries that prize research and gather valuable insights to advance your career in research direction on Ladders.

Top Opportunities in Research Direction

Find a multitude of opportunities in diverse fields such as biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, education, and market research. With Ladders, the platform trusted by $100K+ professionals, you can discover the ideal Director of Research position for you.

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$157K - $236K *

Join us to oversee and enhance external data management processes for clinical trials, ensuring high-quality data integration from multiple vendors. Provide strategic guidance while mentoring teams to...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$211K - $290K *

Empower defense excellence by leading aerostructure programs, driving strategic direction, customer alignment, and organizational success while ensuring portfolio growth in a dynamic aerospace environ...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $190K *

Oversee financial planning and analysis functions to enhance expense management, drive efficiencies, and present actionable insights to senior leaders. Lead a high-performing team dedicated to strateg...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $150K *

Champion the global quality strategy, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence in quality systems for manufacturing and product safety while driving continuous improvement and leading...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $180K *

Lead strategic operations in global customer support, integrating product solutions. Enhance customer relations, oversee projects efficiently, and enable sales growth through collaborative initiatives...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in regulatory affairs as a pivotal contributor, shaping strategies and managing complex submissions across global oncology programs while collaborating cross-functionally to ensure com...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Help us shape regulatory strategies and manage submissions for global drug development across oncology, ensuring compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners in a d...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving AI integration across teams, assessing workflows and automating processes to enhance productivity. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver measurable AI solutions and fost...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in innovative research on graphite and silicon carbide materials, driving technology advancements and product strategies to meet evolving customer needs while collaborating with intern...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Champion cutting-edge product innovations and claims development by leading R&D efforts that blend scientific expertise with market insight. Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure successful p...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $120K *

Transform the future of laboratory services by directing operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing cross-functional collaboration across healthcare departments to achieve the highest standards in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $130K *

Contribute to the effective operation of laboratory services, ensuring compliance and coordination across departments. Drive quality and efficiency while managing budgets and personnel in a dynamic he...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $130K *

Transform the future of laboratory services by leading operational excellence and cross-functional initiatives while ensuring compliance with industry standards and fostering collaboration across depa...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $146K *

Empower your finance expertise by guiding strategic investments and driving value in R&D programs. Collaborate across teams to optimize resources and enhance financial performance in a dynamic environ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $160K *

Accelerate sales success by sourcing and closing Workday consulting services deals, building strong partnerships, and managing the complete sales lifecycle to deliver exceptional client outcomes acros...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Transform clinical services by ensuring 24/7 high-quality, participant-centered care while leading staff development and compliance efforts. Collaborate with teams to improve outcomes in elder care, d...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $85K *

Elevate clinical outcomes by collaborating with team members to implement and enhance behavior management and skill-building strategies for adults with disabilities in a supportive residential setting...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$196K - $342K *

Partner with us to lead a multidisciplinary Knowledge Management team, defining R&D knowledge retrieval architectures to enhance GenAI capabilities and facilitate scientific discovery across diverse p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$89K - $167K *

Lead care management initiatives, enhancing staff efficiency and patient outcomes through strategic oversight, technology integration, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure complian...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $175K *

Unlock potential by driving new business development in the life sciences sector. Thrive in a dynamic environment, build demand from scratch, and lead consultative sales cycles with innovative solutio...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $210K *

Transform the future of market research by driving strategic insights that inform brand strategy and execution while collaborating with cross-functional teams and leading data integration efforts...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $210K *

Lead the charge in generating impactful insights through primary market research. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic decisions while ensuring data integrity and insight clarity...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency and strategic performance. Collaborate with leadership to drive growth initiatives, manage key projects, and foster stakeholder engagem...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$131K - $172K *

Lead the advancement of innovative IHC methodologies for oncology projects, managing a team to enhance drug discovery through cutting-edge technologies and data interpretation, significantly influenci...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $327K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of AI and clinical research, guiding innovative strategies for early development trials while integrating scientific questions with data-driven solutions to enh...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Research do?question toggle

    A Director of Research supervises all research operations, guiding research teams, developing budgets, implementing research strategies, ensuring high-quality data collection, and analyzing results.

  • What industries hire Directors of Research?question toggle

    Industries like biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, higher education institutions, market research companies and many others that require extensive research hire directors of research.

  • What is the average salary for a Director of Research?question toggle

    The average salary for a Director of Research ranges between $130,000 to $200,000 per year. However, this can vary widely depending on the industry and location.