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Research Director

Average Mid-Career Research Director with Technical Writing Skills Salary

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$101,955
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$90k
MEDIAN
$102k
75%
$127k

The average salary for a Research Director is $101,955 in 2025

Base Salary
$90k - $127k
Bonus
$0 - $6k
Total Pay
$85k - $127k
Based on 9 salary profiles (last updated Apr 02 2024)
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Common Health Benefits for a Research Director

Medical
83%
Dental
83%
Vision
83%
None
17%

Gender Breakdown for Research Directors

Female
83.3%
Male
16.7%
This data is based on 6 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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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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