1

Director Market Research Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: 130,000+ Market Research Director Since day one, BioVids formula for success has been driven by a collaborative, high-performing, and growth-focused culture, where talented individuals are ...

Market Research Director Since day one, BioVid's formula for success has been driven by a collaborative, high-performing, and growth-focused culture, where talented individuals are empowered to push ...

Market Research Director Since day one, BioVid's formula for success has been driven by a collaborative, high-performing, and growth-focused culture, where talented individuals are empowered to push ...

ROLE OVERVIEW Nscale is seeking a Director, Market Intelligence to lead the market research, site screening, and data-driven analysis that underpins Nscale's Americas data center site selection and ...

New

next page

Showing results 1-20

Director Market Research information

See salary details

$15.5K

$120K

$156.5K

How much do director market research jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for director market research in the United States is $119,966.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $107,000.00 and $141,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Director of Market Research, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director of Market Research, you need expertise in market analysis, data interpretation, and strategic planning, typically supported by an advanced degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Familiarity with analytics tools like SPSS, SAS, Tableau, and CRM systems, as well as experience managing research methodologies, are essential. Strong leadership, communication, and critical thinking skills help you guide teams, collaborate with stakeholders, and translate insights into actionable strategies. These skills and qualities are crucial for driving informed business decisions and maintaining a competitive edge in the marketplace.

How does a Director of Market Research typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business strategy?

A Director of Market Research frequently works alongside product development, marketing, and sales teams to align research insights with business objectives. They lead the synthesis of market data, guiding strategic decisions such as product launches, customer segmentation, and competitive positioning. Regular meetings and clear communication are essential, as the director ensures that research findings are effectively translated into actionable recommendations. This collaborative approach not only fosters innovation but also supports cohesive strategy execution across departments.

What is the difference between Director Market Research vs Market Research Manager?

AspectDirector Market ResearchMarket Research Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire research strategies, manages teams, and aligns research with business goals.Executes research projects, manages day-to-day activities, and reports findings to leadership.
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Marketing, Business, or related field; extensive experience in market research.Bachelor's or Master's in Marketing, Business, or related field; several years of research experience.
Work EnvironmentStrategic, leadership-focused, often in corporate or agency settings.Operational, project-focused, often in corporate or agency settings.

The main difference between a Director Market Research and a Market Research Manager lies in scope and leadership. The director oversees the entire research function and strategic planning, while the manager handles daily research activities and project execution. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and work in comparable environments, but the director holds a higher-level, strategic position.

What does a Director of Market Research do?

A Director of Market Research leads the strategy and execution of research projects to gather insights about market trends, customer preferences, and competitor activities. They oversee teams that collect and analyze data, transforming findings into actionable recommendations for business growth. This role involves collaborating with other departments, managing budgets, and ensuring that research supports the company's strategic objectives. Directors are expected to stay updated on industry trends and new research methodologies to maintain a competitive edge.
What cities are hiring for Director Market Research jobs? Cities with the most Director Market Research job openings:
What are the most commonly searched types of Market Research jobs? The most popular types of Market Research jobs are:
What states have the most Director Market Research jobs? States with the most job openings for Director Market Research jobs include:
Infographic showing various Director Market Research job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $119,966 per year, or $57.7 per hour.

Director Market Research, Integrated Insights

Gilead

Foster City, CA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago


Gilead Sciences rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

9th of 86 rated pharmaceutical


Job description

At Gilead, we're creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we've tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer - working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world's biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.

Every member of Gilead's team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we're looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.
Job Description

Market Research plays a critical role in bringing the voice of customers into the organization, translating their needs, experiences, and behaviors into meaningful insights that inform strategy development and support strong commercial execution. By grounding decisions in a deep understanding of customers and the evolving marketplace, As Director Market Research, Integrated Insightsyou will help guide business priorities, shape brand and portfolio strategies, and enable teams to act with greater clarity, confidence, and impact.

The Director Market Research, Integrated Insightsrole will be based in Foster City, CA and will report to the Sr Director, Marketing Sciences.

As the Director, Market Research Integrated Insights at Gilead you will:

  • Partner with key stakeholders to design and execute market research that directly informs strategy and drives growth objectives for HIV Treatment (Biktarvy and pipeline products)

  • Lead endtoend qualitative and quantitative market research among Patients, including objective setting, study design, vendor selection and oversight, data collection, analysis, interpretation, and storytelling

  • Develops relevant and compelling presentation of market research insights for key stakeholders, including brand leadership and senior management

  • Keep abreast of key market events and works to understand potential impact

  • Collaborate with diverse counterparts (Commercial and Sales Analytics, Forecasting, Global, Managed Markets, Brand), to understand sales and market trends and, as appropriate, recommend corrective courses of action or additional market

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree and Twelve Years' Experience
  • OR
  • Masters' Degree and Ten Years' Experience
  • OR
  • PhD and Eight Years' Experience


Preferred Qualifications:

  • 12+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree required; MBA or other advanced degree preferred

  • 8+ years of experience in market research, marketing sciences, strategic consulting, or related roles within the biotech or pharmaceutical industry

  • Experience in rare disease markets is a plus, but not required

  • Significant experience conducting quantitative and qualitative primary and secondary market research is required.

  • In-depth experience designing and conducting quantitative and qualitative primary and secondary market research. Demonstrated ability to ramp quickly and acquire in-depth knowledge and experience in a competitive market

  • Demonstrated ability to apply market research as a strategic advantage to inform commercial decisionmaking across inline brands and launches, particularly in ambiguous or evolving market environments

  • Strong data analytical, interpretive, and storytelling skills. Ability to meaningfully portray and effectively communicate complex data in an easy-to-understand format

  • Strong interpersonal skills with ability to lead, interact with, influence others, focus, resolve conflict and drive consensus among individuals from a variety of cultures and disciplines. Ability to work with a variety of personalities and skillsets

  • Strong communication and presentation skills with an ability to efficiently and productively communicate both orally and in writing both to peers and brand leadership are required

  • Excellent project management skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines in an environment of competing and changing priorities. Must have strong task management skills to include planning, prioritization, objective setting, and meeting management and plan execution

  • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills

  • Ability to travel up to 10% of time

People Leader Accountabilities:

  • Create Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams.
  • Develop Talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations and potential of their employees and coach them on current performance and future potential. They ensure employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow, develop and realize their purpose.
  • Empower Teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives, and holding them to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem.


The salary range for this position is: $226,185.00 - $292,710.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

For additional benefits information, visit:

https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.


For jobs in the United States:

Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability,genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.comfor assistance.


For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the'Know Your Rights' poster.

NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT
YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT


Gilead Sciences will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law.

Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team.


Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.


For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:

Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.


What Gilead Sciences employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom