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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$95K - $101K *

Champion the comprehensive management of a 130-bed shelter, leading and guiding staff to provide quality care for homeless women facing mental health and substance use challenges while ensuring operat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer in clinical research management, overseeing project planning and execution. Collaborate with leadership and teams to ensure compliance, quality, and budget adherence of trials while enhancing...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research. Oversee project planning and management of clinical trials, ensuring regulatory compliance and resource allocation for successful outcomes...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of clinical research by managing trials and projects, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration among teams to drive innovative healthcare solutions and enhance research effect...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $250K *

Accelerate advisory firms’ growth by optimizing talent strategies and leadership development. Utilize deep expertise to drive sustainable scalability and efficiency through tailored practice managemen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $233K *

Empower commercial growth by leading the development of innovative AI and data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive insights that enhance decision-making and impact patient care...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $233K *

Lead the development of innovative AI and machine learning solutions that enhance data-driven decision-making in the U.S. Commercial sector, collaborating across functions to drive strategic insights...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$124K - $191K *

Transform student success through strategic leadership, data analysis, and collaboration with academic stakeholders to enhance retention and graduation rates for under-represented populations, fosteri...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $245K *

Lead the charge in clinical study delivery by managing cross-functional teams, overseeing documentation, and ensuring adherence to project timelines and budgets while navigating complex trials and ven...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $245K *

Oversee clinical study delivery by leading cross-functional teams, managing timelines and budgets, ensuring compliance and quality across all phases while effectively engaging stakeholders and vendors...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $245K *

Unlock potential by leading a cross-functional team to ensure successful clinical study delivery, overseeing documentation, vendor management, risk mitigation, and staff supervision in a dynamic envir...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $245K *

Lead the charge in global execution of complex clinical trials. Ensure study design, timelines, budgets, and compliance with SOPs/ICH-GCP while managing cross-functional teams and vendor relations for...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $245K *

Drive the global execution of complex clinical trials, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and regulations. Lead a cross-functional team, oversee study documentation, and manage vendor relations...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Lead and drive AI initiatives in healthcare, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product lifecycle management from concept through commercialization and ongoing support. Empower teams...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $179K *

Unlock your potential as a senior technical leader in Pharmaceutical Development, guiding CMC projects throughout their lifecycle. Drive strategic process development and foster partnerships to delive...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team focusing on catastrophe risk modeling, applying statistical methods to analyze extreme event impacts. Collaborate across disciplines to develop insights that support decision-makin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving core research for groundbreaking products. Collaborate across modeling, data systems, and evaluation to innovate and scale solutions, while advancing technology that transfo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team driving growth in Advanced Manufacturing/Semiconductors, overseeing account management, team development, and stakeholder relationships while promoting an inclusive culture and ach...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$225K - $250K *

Lead the growth of the Advanced Manufacturing/Semiconductor division by managing a high-performing team, developing key accounts, and advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion while ensuring str...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$225K - $250K *

Champion the growth of the Advanced Manufacturing/Semiconductor division by leading a dynamic team, fostering stakeholder relationships, and driving initiatives for business success and inclusivity...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$225K - $250K *

Transform the Advanced Manufacturing/Semiconductor industry by leading a dynamic team. Drive strategic growth, foster relationships, and spearhead DE&I initiatives while achieving revenue targets and...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$225K - $250K *

Lead the charge in growing the Advanced Manufacturing/Semiconductor division while managing a high-performing team, fostering key relationships, and driving revenue targets in a dynamic work environme...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$225K - $250K *

Unlock potential by leading our Advanced Manufacturing division, managing a skilled team, nurturing client relationships, and driving growth while fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace culture...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$225K - $250K *

Transform the Advanced Manufacturing/Semiconductor division by driving growth, leading a skilled team, and fostering relationships with key stakeholders, all while advocating for an inclusive workplac...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$225K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the Advanced Manufacturing/Semiconductor division. Focus on employee growth, stakeholder relationships, and DE&I initiatives while ensuring revenue targets are met and high...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.