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Director of Research

Average Director of Research Salary

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$100,977
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$62k
MEDIAN
$101k
90%
$174k

The average salary for a Director of Research is $100,977 in 2025

Base Salary
$62k - $174k
Bonus
$2k - $36k
Profit Sharing
$4k - $39k
Total Pay
$63k - $184k
Based on 214 salary profiles (last updated Jan 07 2025)
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Common Health Benefits for a Director of Research

Medical
89%
Dental
78%
Vision
64%
None
8%

Gender Breakdown for Director of Researches

Female
59.1%
Male
40.9%
This data is based on 127 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Director of Researches

What is the highest pay for Director of Researches?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Director of Research is $174k / year

What is the lowest pay for Director of Researches?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Director of Research is $62k / year

How can Director of Researches increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Director of Research is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Director of Research that oversees more junior Director of Researches, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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