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How much do head of research development jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for head of research development in the United States is $162,707.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $135,000.00 and $194,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Head of Research Development, you need advanced expertise in research methodologies, project management, and a relevant graduate degree, often a Ph.D. or equivalent. Familiarity with data analysis software, research databases, intellectual property systems, and compliance frameworks is typically required. Outstanding leadership, strategic thinking, and excellent communication skills set top performers apart in this role. These competencies are crucial for driving innovation, ensuring research quality, and aligning projects with organizational goals.

What is the difference between Head Of Research Development vs Research Scientist?

AspectHead Of Research DevelopmentResearch Scientist
Primary FocusOversees research strategies, manages teams, and directs development projectsConducts experiments, analyzes data, and contributes to research findings
Required CredentialsTypically advanced degrees (PhD), leadership experience, project management skillsUsually a PhD or Master's degree in a relevant field
Work EnvironmentLeadership roles in R&D departments, strategic planningLaboratory settings, hands-on research activities
Industry UsageCommon in biotech, pharma, tech companies for guiding research teamsFound across research labs, academic institutions, industry research roles

The main difference is that the Head Of Research Development leads and manages research initiatives and teams, focusing on strategy and development, while the Research Scientist conducts experiments and generates research data. Both roles require advanced degrees, but the leadership and strategic responsibilities distinguish the Head Of Research Development from the Research Scientist.

What are some common challenges faced by a Head of Research Development when leading cross-functional teams?

A Head of Research Development often encounters challenges in aligning diverse teams—such as scientists, engineers, and business strategists—toward shared project goals. Differences in communication styles, priorities, and technical backgrounds can lead to misunderstandings or delays. Successful leaders in this role foster a collaborative environment by setting clear objectives, encouraging open dialogue, and ensuring that each team member understands how their work contributes to the broader organizational vision. Emphasizing transparency and regular check-ins helps keep projects on track and team morale high.

What does a Head of Research Development do?

A Head of Research Development leads the planning, coordination, and execution of research initiatives within an organization. They are responsible for identifying new research opportunities, securing funding, managing research teams, and ensuring that projects align with the organization's strategic goals. This role often involves collaborating with external partners, overseeing compliance with regulations, and translating research findings into actionable strategies. A Head of Research Development plays a key role in fostering innovation and maintaining the organization's competitive edge.
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Director of Research Development - Open Rank - NTT

Rutgers University

Newark, NJ • On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago


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7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Director of Research Development - Open Rank - NTT
Department
Nursing Science
Salary Details
A range of $100,000 - $140,000
Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
  • Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
  • Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
  • Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Employee discount programs

Posting Summary
The Director of Research Development serves as a Rutgers School of Nursing leader in guiding the development, maintenance and evaluation of formalized translational research opportunities across our academic practice partnerships. Working with the New Jersey Alliance for Clinical and Translational Science (NJ ACTS) as a bridge to the RSON, this position will build a model for delivering nursing workforce development in translational research and broaden the focus of translational research activities and collaborations. As appropriate, this individual will represent the SON on Rutgers Health and local, state, regional, and national committees related to translational research initiatives, interdisciplinary research collaborations, and advancement of academic-practice partnerships.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Working with the vice dean of research and associate dean for clinical affairs, identify areas of collaboration with the NJ ACTS and academic practice partners for advancing translational research activities and quality improvement initiatives
  • Based on the needs of our academic practice partners, this leader will be the main point of communication for facilitating collaboration between the RSON Office of Research and across faculty to establish translational research foci
  • Builds partnerships between the RSON, Rutgers Health, and academic practice partners to further nursing programs of translational research
  • Develops and evaluates nursing workforce development programs in translational science that are scalable and sustainable in serving the needs across Rutgers Health and our academic practice partners
  • Examines the feasibility of academic programs related to preparing the nursing workforce for translational research roles and collaborates across the RSON in enacting approved academic programs
  • Facilitates clinical and translational research programs with faculty, clinical research professional staff, and academic practice partners using a translational workforce development teams science approach and following the federal, state, and institutional guidelines and regulations for research and clinical practice

Position Status
Full Time
Posting Number
26FA0001
Posting Open Date
Posting Close Date
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
  • PhD in Nursing
  • History of research and scholarship in clinical settings
  • Superior interpersonal skills and robust ability to build programs of collaboration
  • Passion for working across professions to create equitable research and scholarship opportunities for all
  • History of launching programs within a Clinical and Translational Science infrastructure

Certifications/Licenses
  • Current Licensure or eligibility for RN licensure in New Jersey

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience developing training programs, particularly in health information technology used in the research enterprise

Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Overview
Rutgers Health Overview:
New Jersey's premier academic health center, Rutgers Health takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.
Our elite and renowned faculty are teachers, health researchers and providers, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education and training in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. An important mission of RBHS is to promote the careers of faculty, staff, and learners.
Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.
School Overview:
The School of Nursing is one of eight schools that make up the Rutgers University, Rutgers Health. . As part of the Rutgers Health division, the School of Nursing offers unique opportunities in education, research, and practice at a leading national research university which is the state's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education.
Innovative academic offerings include bachelor's (BSN), master's, post-master's, Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) , and PhD programs that are preparing nurse leaders of today and tomorrow at campus locations in Newark, New Brunswick, and Blackwood, NJ. Our BSN, master's and DNP programs are ranked by US News and World Report as being among the highly rated programs in the nation.
As one of the nation's largest, most comprehensive nursing schools, the Rutgers School of Nursing is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in education, evidence-based research and health care delivery, and promotion of community health. The school is dedicated to meeting the educational needs of current and future students through innovative teaching and learning strategies in the undergraduate and graduate programs. Moreover, the school has distance education offerings that include online hybrid options. Students have the opportunity to enroll in a variety of baccalaureate and graduate programs.
Rutgers University School of Nursing is ranked among the nation's top 15 in 2022-2024 US News and World Report, as No. 14 in Best Nursing Schools: Master's and No. 6 in Best Nursing Schools: Doctor of Nursing Practice
** To address the current and projected critical shortage of nurse faculty in the State of New Jersey by providing an incentive for persons to enter graduate nursing education programs by offering student loan redemption in exchange for full-time faculty employment at a school of nursing in the State of New Jersey for a five-year period following completion of the approved graduate degree program.
https://he7606.hesaa.org/Pages/NursingFacultyLoanRedemptionProgram.aspx
Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement.
Posting Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please list your funded grant history on the addendum, including past and current grants. For each grant award please list:
1. Title of project
2. Funding agency
3. Your role on the grant (PI, Co-PI, MPI, Director)
4. Award start date
5. Award end date
6. Total amount of the award (funding)
7. Percentage of effort
For more information go to https://facultyaffairs.rbhs.rutgers.edu/
Quick Link to Posting
https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/266517
Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus
Newark (RBHS)
City
Newark
State
NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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