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.

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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 - $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...

2 weeks 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...

1 week ago

  •   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...

1 week ago

  •   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...

1 week ago

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

$225K - $250K *

Unlock your leadership potential by managing a high-performing team in Advanced Manufacturing/Semiconductor, fostering innovation, and driving revenue excellence while promoting a dynamic and inclusiv...

1 week ago

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

$225K - $250K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of Advanced Manufacturing by leading a dynamic division. Drive growth, foster relationships, and champion diversity. Collaborate on strategies, mentor talent, and...

1 week ago

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

$225K - $250K *

Grow your career with us as you lead a dynamic team in the Advanced Manufacturing/Semiconductor division, fostering innovation, driving revenue growth, and championing a diverse and inclusive culture...

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

$100K - $120K *

Inspire quality improvement across programs by leading a dedicated QA team to enhance service delivery, ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering a culture of equity, safety, and data-driven decisi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of HR operations by leading Total Rewards initiatives, managing a high-performing team, and collaborating with leadership to align employee programs with business goals while ensuring...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in reshaping HR Operations and Total Rewards, driving strategic initiatives and building a strong HR infrastructure while fostering a high-performing team to enhance employee programs...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career by leading HR Operations and Total Rewards strategy. Drive initiatives that align compensation, benefits, and wellbeing with company goals while building a high-performing team in...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI delivery. Drive the design and production of innovative AI systems that empower members, while overseeing quality, strategy, and collaborative efforts to en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $170K *

Shape the future of security governance by leading policy development, risk management, and compliance initiatives while collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance organizational processes in alig...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive content strategy and optimization to enhance employee engagement and self-service in digital ecosystems. Leverage analytics and insights to elevate performance and improve findability across HR...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive academic excellence by managing faculty support, curriculum, and training initiatives that enhance engaged scholarship and experiential learning across diverse departments and programs...

2 days ago

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

$165K - $185K *

Elevate brain health care through strategic collaborations and program management, ensuring innovative solutions are operationally feasible and scalable. Drive impactful initiatives across complex hea...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $155K *

Transform scientific content strategy by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring quality and alignment with client objectives, while driving evidence-based insights in clinical and market contexts. M...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$144K - $180K *

Empower a dynamic sales team by defining strategies, coaching talent, and fostering a partnership with Customer Experience. Drive sales growth in the Mid-Market segment and create lasting impacts on c...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$92K - $95K *

Drive innovation in 3D microscopy data analysis by leveraging machine learning and AI. Collaborate on research projects that enhance biomedical imaging techniques and contribute to academic publicatio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.