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Research Director

Average Experienced Research Director with Business Development Skills Salary

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$145,854
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$62k
MEDIAN
$146k
90%
$191k

The average salary for a Research Director is $145,854 in 2025

Base Salary
$62k - $191k
Bonus
$5k - $68k
Total Pay
$67k - $262k
Based on 10 salary profiles (last updated Mar 04 2024)
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What Do Research Directors Do?

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Common Health Benefits for a Research Director

Medical
100%
Dental
100%
Vision
100%

Gender Breakdown for Research Directors

Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%
This data is based on 2 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Research Directors

What is the highest pay for Research Directors?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Research Director is $191k / year

What is the lowest pay for Research Directors?

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

How can Research Directors increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Research Director 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 Research Director that oversees more junior Research Directors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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