Research Director Jobs at Ladders

Ladders is the premier platform dedicated to connecting you with high-salary job opportunities. Browse through our extensive listing of Research Director jobs, which are all from reputable companies and all offer salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Research Director Do?

A Research Director is a high-level executive who oversees the planning and execution of research strategies in an organization. Their primary responsibilities include managing research teams, designing and implementing research methodologies, and reporting findings to key stakeholders.

The Research Director Job Market

With advancements in various fields, the need for Research Directors is increasingly high. The role applies to a broad spectrum of industries including marketing, healthcare, technology and more.

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$75K - $95K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive project execution and delivery, ensuring alignment with timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Manage risks, prepare reports, and facilitate stakeholder commun...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of high-voltage substation projects by overseeing a multi-project portfolio for a single strategic customer, ensuring delivery excellence and robust client relationships while leading...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $195K *

Drive innovation by shaping strategies for global partnerships that enhance data and analytics capabilities. Lead a high-performing team to secure impactful, complex commercial agreements that expand...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$70K - $125K *

Drive the charge in digital activation by leading strategy, execution, and client engagement. Oversee planning and performance optimization while fostering team collaboration and ensuring insights inf...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$70K - $125K *

Drive digital activation strategies by leading execution, optimizing performance, and guiding client relationships. Oversee a team to ensure effective media buying across diverse channels while foster...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining digital strategy for nonprofit clients. Lead and mentor digital strategists, develop innovative strategies, and support business growth while ensuring impactful client su...

5 days ago

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

$95K - $105K *

Lead the charge in providing high-quality ABA therapy, supervising clinical staff, and enhancing operations for effective care of clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder in a supportive environment...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K *

Drive the clinical and administrative functions, ensuring high-quality services and treatment planning for adolescents. Collaborate with staff to enhance programming and mentor clinical teams to meet...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$224K - $270K *

Transform the Americas Public Finance Housing team by leading a diverse group of 15 analysts, fostering analytical excellence and collaboration, ensuring compliance and operational effectiveness, whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$224K - $270K *

Join a team that's shaping public finance by leading and developing a national analytical team. Drive analytical excellence while fostering talent and collaboration, ensuring quality and compliance in...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$224K - $270K *

Seeking a senior analytical leader to drive excellence within a national team, fostering a culture of talent development and collaboration while managing complex credit rating processes in the Local G...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Oversee the creative direction for multi-channel marketing initiatives, ensuring brand consistency and innovation across various platforms. Lead a dynamic team and collaborate with stakeholders to dri...

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1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$102K - $117K *

Lead high-impact executive compensation research and analysis to enhance corporate governance, inform advocacy efforts, and represent stakeholder interests across sectors. Drive insights that foster a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$195K - $206K *

Join a team that's committed to promoting compliance and ethics in political activities. Oversee risk management while advising on campaign finance laws. Collaborate with leaders to foster a transpare...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Manage the comprehensive content strategy across B2B and B2C marketing. Drive creative direction, oversee production workflows, and ensure engagement with multi-touch content journeys aimed at maximiz...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$157K - $283K *

Shape the future of national security by leading a global technical program, managing top-tier engineering teams, ensuring quality deliverables, and serving as the primary customer liaison while drivi...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $275K *

Empower HR success by leading Workday HCM initiatives, integrating solutions, and enhancing user experience. Drive effective reporting and optimize system performance through strategic collaboration w...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$224K - $270K *

Empower an analytics team to drive public finance insights while fostering talent development and collaboration. Lead a cohesive group of analysts, ensure quality ratings, and build strong relationshi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$224K - $270K *

Lead and develop a national team of analysts in the Local Government sector, driving analytical excellence and fostering a culture of collaboration and operational effectiveness within the Americas Pu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$230K - $250K *

Lead biostatistical strategy in clinical programs, ensuring robust trial design, regulatory submissions and cross-functional collaboration to advance innovative therapies for autoimmune diseases...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$184K - $198K *

Manage statistical programming efforts to deliver high-quality, compliant datasets and regulatory submissions, automating processes while mentoring a team of programmers to achieve operational excelle...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$184K - $198K *

Take ownership of statistical programming projects, guiding teams to deliver CDISC-compliant datasets for regulatory submissions. Drive innovation through automation while ensuring high-quality, timel...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $185K *

Lead the charge in transforming public service through strategic marketing. Oversee client portfolios, drive operational excellence, and foster innovative partnerships to enhance community resilience...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $160K *

Architect your future as you drive transformation consulting, generating new advisory opportunities, building executive relationships, and translating client needs into actionable strategies within a...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $106K *

Drive the advancement of data science initiatives, utilizing statistical methods and machine learning to develop actionable insights from complex datasets while collaborating cross-functionally to inn...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is the average salary for a Research Director?question toggle

    The average salary for a Research Director in the U.S. is between $100,000 and $200,000. However, the actual income may vary depending on the industry, level of experience, and geographical location.

  • What skills are required for a Research Director job?question toggle

    Research Directors typically require strong analytical skills, management and leadership ability, excellent communication, and a deep understanding of research methodologies and data analysis software.

  • What qualifications are needed to become a Research Director?question toggle

    A master's degree or a Ph.D. in a related field is typically required for a Research Director position. Along with this, significant work experience in a research role is highly desired.

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    Applying for Research Director jobs on Ladders is simple. Browse the list of Research Director jobs, refine your search based on your preferences, and then apply for the jobs that suit your career objectives.