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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$180K - $220K *

Drive global clinical and medical affairs, overseeing research strategies, stakeholder collaboration, and scientific communication to enhance patient outcomes while leading a high-performing team in a...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $210K *

Oversee and lead clinical and medical affairs globally, developing strategic initiatives, managing research, and ensuring alignment with company objectives to benefit patients in a dynamic environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Lead multifaceted infrastructure programs by merging technical and non-technical expertise. Drive program execution, advising clients on critical factors for success, while ensuring compliance and str...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $160K *

Lead and inspire a diverse engineering team driving cutting-edge access governance solutions. Enhance user access reviews and compliance, while leveraging AI tools for improved efficiency and quality...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$244K - $305K *

Drive transformative clinical strategies and execution for drug development, overseeing clinical trials from early research through pivotal studies. Lead cross-functional teams and foster collaboratio...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$236K - $439K *

Shape the future of pharmaceutical analytics by leading the development and execution of advanced commercial analytics capabilities that drive impactful business decisions across various functions and...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of industry and government relations by leading strategic advocacy efforts, driving stakeholder engagement, and aligning cross-functional teams to navigate regulatory challenges, enha...

6 days ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in inspiring a high-performing analytics team, applying data-driven insights to enhance product strategies, and driving effective, cross-functional collaborations for impactful busines...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $275K *

Champion innovation in Intelligent Equipment through strategic vision and execution, driving growth in bioprocess insights and digital solutions. Lead cross-functional teams to develop transformative...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in global product strategy and lifecycle management for clinical assays. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product innovation, market entry, and commercial success in a...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $216K *

Lead regulatory support for Neurology and Oncology agents, driving strategies and submissions for global approvals. Collaborate across teams to enhance development timelines and ensure compliance with...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $130K *

Transform the delivery of behavioral health services by leading clinical teams, ensuring compliance, and fostering a recovery-oriented culture that aligns with organizational goals and best practices...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in developing and implementing a comprehensive fundraising strategy, managing a team and nurturing donor relationships to ensure sustainable resources align with community-centered val...

2 weeks ago

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

$185K - $344K *

Pioneer in portfolio analytics, driving key insights to guide enterprise-level decisions. Shape methodologies, mentor colleagues, and lead high-impact analytical workstreams for strategic planning and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $252K *

Join us to lead clinical data management efforts, ensuring data integrity and compliance while overseeing cross-functional collaborations to enhance study outcomes and regulatory submissions...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $245K *

Elevate your career by leading a team that develops groundbreaking immunology reagents and assays. Drive innovative solutions to meet academic and biopharma needs while ensuring alignment with strateg...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and execute in vitro assays, enhance scientific insights, and drive drug discovery by managing collaborations and advancing cell biology research efforts...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead procurement compliance for grants and loans, ensuring strategic alignment and regulatory adherence across multiple projects while collaborating with various stakeholders in a dynamic environment...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead compliance efforts for procurement grants and loans, ensuring documentation management and audit support. Collaborate across teams to maintain compliance, monitor documentation gaps, and develop...

2 weeks ago

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

$306K - $382K *

Transform clinical development strategies by leveraging your expertise to drive innovative therapies for neuropsychiatric disorders, ensuring impactful outcomes for patients with significant unmet nee...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$306K - $382K *

Join a team that's advancing clinical development for neuropsychiatric therapies. As a key leader, you'll shape strategies and drive milestones, utilizing your expertise and network to impact breakthr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$306K - $382K *

Architect advanced clinical development strategies to drive innovative treatments for neuropsychiatric disorders. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while engaging with key stakeholders to ensure...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$232K - $348K *

Transform the future of AI by leading product strategy for our Universal Context Engine, bridging structured and unstructured data to enable secure, autonomous workflows and drive impactful market gro...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $95K *

Shape the future of educational institutions by providing strategic advisory services. Engage with senior leaders, tackle financial challenges, and convey actionable insights through expert communicat...

6 days ago

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

$175K - $190K *

Advance HR strategies to drive talent acquisition, performance, and employee engagement in a multi-site manufacturing environment while ensuring compliance and fostering a high-performance culture...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.