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Head of Research jobs are open across finance, consulting, life sciences, technology, and media, from senior analyst to VP and chief research officer, with specializations in market research, investment research, and policy research. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Our client, an innovative AI and Data company, is hiring a Head of Research to join the team in New York. The successful candidate will transform unique consumer-generated data streams into a gold standard for AI training and evaluation by shaping the company’s research strategy, collaborating directly with leading AI labs, and establishing the organization as a recognised authority in audio data research and evaluation science.
Responsibilities
Define and drive the company’s AI research strategy, focusing on data evaluation, AI oversight and generative AI innovation.
Develop strategic partnerships with leading AI research labs, academic institutions and industry experts.
Build AI-assisted evaluation frameworks to measure, validate, and enhance audio and multimodal datasets.
Translate emerging AI research advancements into scalable data solutions and production-ready capabilities.
Position the organization as a recognized leader in audio AI, speech intelligence and AI evaluation science.
Design and execute rigorous machine learning experiments, benchmarks and evaluation methodologies to support next-generation AI models.
Represent the company across the global AI research ecosystem, building relationships with researchers, partners and technical communities.
Collaborate with product and engineering teams to define AI data strategies, research priorities and innovation roadmaps.
Skillset
Proven track record of impactful AI/ML research focused on data evaluation, generative AI or AI oversight.
Deep expertise in audio, speech or multimodal AI systems, with strong understanding of emerging research trends.
Experience working with frontier AI models, training pipelines and evaluation frameworks.
Strong knowledge of AI evaluation methodologies, benchmarking and AI-assisted evaluation approaches.
Experience designing and executing rigorous machine learning experiments using Python and PyTorch.
Ability to translate complex AI research concepts into scalable, production-ready data solutions.
Strong understanding of data quality, dataset development and evaluation strategies for AI model improvement.
Proven ability to build relationships with leading AI researchers, technical partners and industry stakeholders.
Strong communication skills with the ability to represent research concepts and technical insights to diverse audiences.
Founder mindset with the ability to operate independently, drive innovation and deliver impact in a fast-moving environment.
Benefits
Salary: $250k – $300k
Comprehensive benefits package.
Our client, an innovative AI and Data company, is hiring a Head of Research to join the team in New York. The successful candidate will transform unique consumer-generated data streams into a gold standard for AI training and evaluation by shaping the company’s research strategy, collaborating directly with leading AI labs, and establishing the organization as a recognised authority in audio data research and evaluation science.
Responsibilities
Define and drive the company’s AI research strategy, focusing on data evaluation, AI oversight and generative AI innovation.
Develop strategic partnerships with leading AI research labs, academic institutions and industry experts.
Build AI-assisted evaluation frameworks to measure, validate, and enhance audio and multimodal datasets.
Translate emerging AI research advancements into scalable data solutions and production-ready capabilities.
Position the organization as a recognized leader in audio AI, speech intelligence and AI evaluation science.
Design and execute rigorous machine learning experiments, benchmarks and evaluation methodologies to support next-generation AI models.
Represent the company across the global AI research ecosystem, building relationships with researchers, partners and technical communities.
Collaborate with product and engineering teams to define AI data strategies, research priorities and innovation roadmaps.
Skillset
Proven track record of impactful AI/ML research focused on data evaluation, generative AI or AI oversight.
Deep expertise in audio, speech or multimodal AI systems, with strong understanding of emerging research trends.
Experience working with frontier AI models, training pipelines and evaluation frameworks.
Strong knowledge of AI evaluation methodologies, benchmarking and AI-assisted evaluation approaches.
Experience designing and executing rigorous machine learning experiments using Python and PyTorch.
Ability to translate complex AI research concepts into scalable, production-ready data solutions.
Strong understanding of data quality, dataset development and evaluation strategies for AI model improvement.
Proven ability to build relationships with leading AI researchers, technical partners and industry stakeholders.
Strong communication skills with the ability to represent research concepts and technical insights to diverse audiences.
Founder mindset with the ability to operate independently, drive innovation and deliver impact in a fast-moving environment.
Benefits
Salary: $250k – $300k
Comprehensive benefits package.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Electronics & Hardware
- Investment & Asset Management
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in head of research jobs.
- Advanced degree in a relevant field such as economics, social sciences, life sciences, or finance
- Proven experience leading and managing a research team or department
- Expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for executive-level audiences
- Experience presenting research findings to boards, investors, or senior leadership
- Proficiency with data analysis tools such as Python, R, SQL, or statistical software
Tips for Your Head of Research Job Search
Tailor your resume to research methodology
Head of research hiring managers scan for the specific methodologies you've led, not just the topics you've covered. Name the frameworks you've used, the team size you've managed, and the deliverables your research shaped, whether that's investment theses, product strategy, or policy recommendations.
Lead with research output, not process
Your resume should show what your research changed, not just what you studied. Tie each role to a downstream decision: a market entry, a product pivot, a funding round. Hiring committees for head of research roles want to see that your work moved something.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists head of research openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your research domain
Head of research is a broad title used in investment management, consumer insights, academic policy, and clinical settings. Focus your search on postings that name your specific domain, since the interview, the team, and the deliverables differ sharply across sectors.
Prepare a research portfolio or brief sample
Many head of research interviews include a case or take-home exercise. Having a sanitized one-page sample of a past research brief, a market sizing, or an analytical framework ready to share gives interviewers a concrete reference point before and during your conversations.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
Head of research offers often have flexibility in team size, budget authority, and cross-functional access that isn't reflected in the initial offer letter. During negotiation, clarify reporting lines, headcount, and whether you'll have direct input on the research agenda before you sign.
Head of Research Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most head of researchs?
The companies hiring the most head of researchs right now include Alldus, Piper Sandler, and Duolingo, with the largest share of openings in New York, California, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is concentrated in finance, consulting, and life sciences firms building out or expanding dedicated research functions.
How many head of research jobs are remote?
About 45% of head of research openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote roles most common in market research, policy research, and investment analysis. Roles that require managing in-person lab teams or conducting primary fieldwork are more likely to require on-site presence.
How do you become a head of research?
Most people reach a head of research role by building deep expertise in a specific research domain, then progressively taking on team leadership and cross-functional project ownership. Start by developing a clear methodological specialty, demonstrate the ability to translate research into decisions others act on, build a portfolio of published or applied output, and pursue roles with explicit people management and budget responsibility along the way.
Can you get a head of research job with limited experience?
Getting hired directly into a head of research role with limited experience is rare, but you can accelerate the path by leading research initiatives in a senior individual contributor role, publishing original analysis that earns external recognition, or moving into a research lead position at a smaller organization where the scope is narrower. Building a reputation for rigorous, decision-ready research matters more than title progression alone.
What does the head of research interview process look like?
Head of research interviews typically include an initial screening focused on your research background and leadership philosophy, followed by in-depth conversations with cross-functional stakeholders such as product, strategy, or investment teams. Most processes include a case exercise or presentation where you walk through past research or tackle a hypothetical. Final rounds often involve a conversation with a C-level executive or board member assessing strategic fit.
Where can I find and apply to head of research jobs?
You can find and apply to head of research jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.
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