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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$85K - $110K *

Lead the charge in planning and supervising a comprehensive Day Treatment Intensive Program, ensuring quality care for adolescents while managing staff, budget, and compliance with regulatory standard...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Champion supply chain excellence across global manufacturing sites, optimizing materials flow and inventory management. Drive cost-saving strategies, lead SIOP processes, and ensure alignment among cr...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$154K - $193K *

Deliver impactful regulatory project plans and best practices that enhance Global Regulatory Affairs efficiency and execution of strategic goals, fostering strong health authority interactions and com...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Transform user insights into impactful product strategies by leading research initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and drive product direction through quali...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of English Language Proficiency assessments through innovative research and cross-functional leadership, ensuring design excellence and impact in education...

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2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $275K *

Lead the charge in advancing cutting-edge technology strategies across microelectronics, AI/ML, and cybersecurity. Shape multidisciplinary teams and drive innovative solutions aligned with national se...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $275K *

Transform technological strategies in advanced microelectronics and AI/ML. Lead multidisciplinary teams to shape national security projects, aligning internal efforts with corporate goals while drivin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$220K - $330K *

Lead the charge in providing legal support for supply chain and procurement. Shape contracting frameworks, manage supplier agreements, and ensure compliance with government regulations to enable agile...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $130K *

Shape the future of defense projects by leading critical initiatives, ensuring high-quality outcomes, and fostering strong client relationships while navigating complex environments and driving measur...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$184K - $276K *

Shape the future of reinsurance technology by driving AI and automation initiatives to enhance operational excellence, collaborating with cross-functional teams to transform innovative solutions into...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $287K *

Innovate and drive advancements as a strategic leader in Clinical Pharmacology, influencing oncology programs and managing complex analyses. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance clinical...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of community policy by leading and managing a dedicated team focused on innovative solutions for local governance. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive projects that enhance justice...

1 week ago

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

$162K - $255K *

Join a team that leads the insider risk program, ensuring compliance and strategic oversight across physical and cybersecurity domains to protect corporate assets and national security...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $170K *

Lead customer research initiatives, translating insights into actionable strategies while managing stakeholder relationships across the organization. Drive research methodologies and deliver influenti...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $170K *

Transform customer insights and research strategies to drive business impact by leading B2C and B2B initiatives, managing stakeholder relationships, and developing a high-performing team. Shape decisi...

Markham, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$148K - $203K *

Join a team that's driving analytical excellence and regulatory compliance in biotech. Collaborate across functions to lead analytical development, QC oversight, and lifecycle management, enhancing pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Lead the proposal development process for clinical trials, ensuring timely, high-quality responses. Collaborate with Business Development and internal teams to create compelling proposals, manage time...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $250K *

Innovate medicinal chemistry strategies to drive small molecule and peptide drug discovery, leading a team and managing resources for optimal project outcomes in clinical candidate progression and nov...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $115K *

Support impactful research and evaluation projects through design, execution, and dissemination, while fostering partnerships across sectors to enhance youth justice initiatives and data-driven strate...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$117K - $307K *

Pioneer security excellence by leading a dedicated team to ensure compliance with Special Access Programs, enhancing regulatory adherence and security practices while guiding personnel in a dynamic, c...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic leader driving talent acquisition excellence. Foster diversity, coach teams, and shape candidate experiences while aligning recruitment strategies with business go...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$180K - $215K *

Inspire growth at a leading market intelligence firm by driving strategic account management, fostering client relationships, and expanding the adoption of diverse financial solutions across North Ame...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $305K *

Advance your career by leading transformative AI data center developments. Drive strategic project delivery, manage multi-disciplinary teams, and navigate complex stakeholder dynamics to ensure operat...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Engineer high-throughput analytical workflows and lead method development for metabolite quantification. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while demonstrating creativity and initiative to enhan...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Take ownership of analytics initiatives to enhance total cost of care across specialty services, driving insights on spend, utilization, and provider performance while mentoring teams and collaboratin...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.