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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$190K - $250K *

Drive clinical data excellence by leading the management function across global trials. Ensure high-quality data integrity, compliance, and timely delivery for impactful decision-making and regulatory...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$84K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting mental health consumers in transitioning from hospital to community living. Oversee clinical operations, enhance team collaboration, and foster a compassiona...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $237K *

Discover a transformative role where you will lead and scale Process Intelligence initiatives, driving enterprise-wide process optimization and value realization through data analytics and cross-funct...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $147K *

Champion innovative research to enhance Internet security infrastructure while collaborating with diverse teams to drive solutions that mitigate risks and expand business opportunities. Engage in prot...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Shape the future of talent management through innovative strategies, enhancing employee experiences with integrated performance and development solutions that drive growth and capability across the or...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$126K - $184K *

Grow your career by leading a skilled analytical chemistry team to drive innovation and support product development, ensuring high-quality data and insights for strategic decision-making in beauty car...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

Drive legal strategy in a fast-growing environment, transforming regulatory challenges into opportunities, shaping comprehensive legal frameworks, commercial agreements, compliance, and corporate gove...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$166K - $338K *

Lead statistical strategy for clinical trials, innovating study designs and analyses at a program level. Influence decision-making with data-driven insights while collaborating across teams to enhance...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$166K - $338K *

Join a leading role in shaping clinical strategies and innovations, leveraging statistical expertise to enhance drug development, influence decision-making, and collaborate across teams to drive impac...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $189K *

Advance the application of behavioral science in the insurance domain by conducting research and designing interventions to enhance customer and employee experiences throughout the claims process, col...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $220K *

Innovate your career by leading HCP promotional strategies for a groundbreaking therapy, crafting comprehensive marketing materials and ensuring brand consistency across channels while collaborating w...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$201K - $251K *

Innovate the future of regulatory labeling by driving strategies across global teams, ensuring compliance and quality at all stages of product development while collaborating with key stakeholders to...

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4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in managing construction projects from initiation to completion, ensuring projects meet quality, budget, and scheduling goals while fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Engage in transformative strategic planning for the Division of Arts & Humanities, driving student enrollment and enhancing program visibility. Collaborate closely with the Dean to implement innovativ...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $130K *

Shape the future of research by leading a national AI lab focused on bio-inspired materials. Collaborate with top scientists and institutions to drive innovation, partnerships, and sustainable growth...

1 week ago

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

$286K - $326K *

Develop groundbreaking AI foundation models, collaborating across teams to leverage cutting-edge technologies and insights from large datasets to enhance customer experiences and drive innovation in b...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$262K - $306K *

Shape the future of clinical trials as a strategic leader directing global Phase I-IV programs. Drive operational excellence, manage complex initiatives, and cultivate high-performing teams within a f...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$262K - $306K *

Champion global clinical operations excellence through strategic leadership, overseeing complex Phase I-IV trials. Drive innovative strategies and foster high-performing teams to deliver on timelines...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$195K - $210K *

Take ownership of product strategy in healthcare data integration, ensuring reusable capabilities across partnerships and driving value from clinical, laboratory, and consumer-health data for enhanced...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $225K *

Empower innovation in healthcare by defining product strategies for clinical data integration. Drive partnerships and develop reusable solutions that enhance interoperability and patient outcomes in a...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$350K - $475K *

Advance audio research to enhance communication in AI systems. Collaborate with experts to develop scalable models, optimize audio training, and publish findings to shape future technologies that impa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $100K *

Transform senior living by guiding clinical leaders in delivering exceptional care, ensuring compliance, and fostering program growth. Collaborate with teams to enhance resident outcomes while driving...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $297K *

Champion portfolio strategy and governance in digital finance, leading cross-functional teams to deliver measurable outcomes through effective prioritization, risk management, and operational excellen...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Unlock transformative insights by shaping our data science initiatives, guiding product strategies, and leveraging complex datasets to enhance user experiences, impacting billions in a dynamic, innova...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $160K *

Champion the execution of integration projects, ensuring effective implementation and ongoing support for clinical applications, while collaborating with diverse internal teams and vendors to enhance...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.