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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$75K - $100K *

Contribute to cutting-edge epigenetic editing research by conducting large-scale, single cell perturbation experiments. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance methodologies, develop innov...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$113K - $141K *

Unlock insights through strategic market research, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive brand success and support product launches and pipeline development initiatives in the pharmaceuti...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic team of market research professionals, delivering actionable insights that drive brand growth and strategy across various industries. Manage diverse projects and mentor junior staff to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $89K *

Support advanced molecular assays and perform experimental tasks in plant biology, emphasizing microscopic analysis, sample collection, and data documentation to drive research on plant responses unde...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Shape the future of clinical research as a Principal Investigator, overseeing innovative studies within a state-of-the-art facility. Lead medical initiatives to develop life-changing medicines while e...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $225K *

Partner with us to lead innovative clinical studies in autoimmune diseases, providing strategic oversight and collaborating with diverse teams to enhance patient outcomes through data-driven decisions...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence by coordinating administrative functions, supporting executive decision-making, and driving strategic initiatives to enhance organizational impact and efficie...

2 weeks ago

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

$133K - $155K *

Lead the charge in overseeing NYSPI's IRB operations and compliance. Manage staff, develop policies, and enhance the research framework to safeguard human participants. Drive education initiatives and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $160K *

Develop strategic initiatives and engage stakeholders across institutions, leading staff in communications and outreach to enhance organizational goals while managing resources and budgets effectively...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of pharmaceutical development by leading regulatory strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely submissions and compliance with FDA standards, driv...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $87K *

Shape the future of foreign policy research by crafting in-depth analyses and strategic briefings for executive leadership, while collaborating across teams to deliver impactful written materials and...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Lead facility operations by ensuring outstanding resident care, budgeting, and staff management to create a welcoming environment, while maintaining compliance with all regulatory standards and enhanc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Lead clinical research excellence, driving trial management from planning to closure while enhancing processes and building strong partnerships. Inspire teams to achieve project goals, ensuring compli...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

Lead strategic media initiatives across digital and traditional channels. Oversee cross-team collaboration and empower junior media professionals through training and development while ensuring progra...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$225K - $260K *

Lead the charge in biostatistical strategy and analysis for clinical programs, ensuring integrity and quality in statistical methodologies, while contributing to cross-functional teams and regulatory...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$225K - $260K *

Lead biostatistical strategy and oversight for clinical development programs, ensuring the integrity of analyses and methodologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on submissions and guide jun...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$106K - $126K *

Engineer innovative proteomics workflows and drive drug discovery projects in a dynamic team. Apply your expertise in mass spectrometry while contributing to high-quality data generation and optimizin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Lead a high-performing analytical R&D team, coordinating cross-functional efforts to deliver innovative solutions while ensuring compliance with industry standards and fostering a collaborative enviro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $290K *

Drive the scientific vision for Protein Analytics & Biophysics, transforming protein therapeutic evaluation through innovative, high-throughput methodologies. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$235K - $329K *

Transform clinical research in oncology by leading strategic development efforts, ensuring alignment and efficiency across phases, while mentoring a team to deliver high-quality clinical data for regu...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$99K - $130K *

Champion client relationships by leading integrated teams to drive strategic business growth and enhance client outcomes in a dynamic environment focused on retirement solutions and product adoption...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing clinical research operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with diverse teams to drive research excellence and innovation within the Department o...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$172K - $244K *

Drive the success of stability management by overseeing strategies, policies, and performance metrics to ensure high-quality stability studies for drug products and substances in both commercial and c...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$186K - $315K *

Elevate executive compensation strategies by designing and administering programs that attract top talent and align with market practices while ensuring compliance and governance to support shareholde...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $220K *

Champion innovation by leading R&D strategies that drive new product development and application growth. Oversee a high-performance team, ensuring safe lab operations while collaborating cross-functio...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.