Mid Level Research Director Jobs
Mid level research director jobs go to professionals ready to own research programs end to end, guide junior team members, and shape study design with minimal oversight. Hiring runs across Education, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with 0% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Eli Lilly, and JPMorganChase actively competing for research directors at this level now.
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Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 16575
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Salary Range: Up to $64,000 annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 10/27/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Required Application Materials:
- Resume and Cover Letter are required.
Job Summary
The Assistant Director of the Center for Archaeological Research will support the Director in overseeing CAR's function as a contract archaeology provider and curation facility. The Assistant Director will also serve as a Principal Investigator on Center projects.
Core Responsibilities
- Assists the Director with administrative tasks as assigned and serves as backup as needed during Director absences.
- Assists the Director with project management, including the preparation of research designs, scopes of work, and budgets for project proposals.
- Reviews Center timesheets and redistributes charged time to appropriate CAR projects.
- Tracks account activities and prepares invoices for selected CAR clients.
- Reviews reports and associated supporting material to assure quality, research integrity, and legal sufficiency.
- Serves as the Principal Investigator on archaeological projects, including the acquisition of a Texas Antiquities Permit, supervision of fieldwork, completion of analysis, preparation of reports, and permit closure.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
- Three (3) years of related work experience.
- This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.
Preferred Qualifications
- M.A. in Anthropology.
- 5-10 years of progressive experience in Cultural Resource Management.
- Ability to acquire a Texas Antiquities Permit from the Texas Historical Commission.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to manage archaeological projects
- Understanding of Cultural Resource Management laws, regulations, and guidelines.
- Communication
- Management
- Collaboration
- Organizational
- Excel, Word, and GIS
Working Conditions
Office Environment and In Field Work. Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions or other business-related events. Workdays, areas, and work hours may vary based on the needs of the department. Working in weather extremes.
Physical Demands
Medium work: Working in weather extremes, walking, carrying equipment, and participating in excavation.
This position will work primarily on campus and on-site field work. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.
This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.
Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 16575
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Salary Range: Up to $64,000 annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 10/27/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Required Application Materials:
- Resume and Cover Letter are required.
Job Summary
The Assistant Director of the Center for Archaeological Research will support the Director in overseeing CAR's function as a contract archaeology provider and curation facility. The Assistant Director will also serve as a Principal Investigator on Center projects.
Core Responsibilities
- Assists the Director with administrative tasks as assigned and serves as backup as needed during Director absences.
- Assists the Director with project management, including the preparation of research designs, scopes of work, and budgets for project proposals.
- Reviews Center timesheets and redistributes charged time to appropriate CAR projects.
- Tracks account activities and prepares invoices for selected CAR clients.
- Reviews reports and associated supporting material to assure quality, research integrity, and legal sufficiency.
- Serves as the Principal Investigator on archaeological projects, including the acquisition of a Texas Antiquities Permit, supervision of fieldwork, completion of analysis, preparation of reports, and permit closure.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
- Three (3) years of related work experience.
- This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.
Preferred Qualifications
- M.A. in Anthropology.
- 5-10 years of progressive experience in Cultural Resource Management.
- Ability to acquire a Texas Antiquities Permit from the Texas Historical Commission.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to manage archaeological projects
- Understanding of Cultural Resource Management laws, regulations, and guidelines.
- Communication
- Management
- Collaboration
- Organizational
- Excel, Word, and GIS
Working Conditions
Office Environment and In Field Work. Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions or other business-related events. Workdays, areas, and work hours may vary based on the needs of the department. Working in weather extremes.
Physical Demands
Medium work: Working in weather extremes, walking, carrying equipment, and participating in excavation.
This position will work primarily on campus and on-site field work. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.
This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.
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Mid Level Research Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level research director job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just participation. Highlight studies or projects you led from design through delivery, decisions you made independently, and any cross-functional work you drove. A strong application shows you can manage a research workstream without step-by-step direction. Tailor your materials to the organization's domain, whether that is consumer insights, academic research, clinical trials, or policy analysis.
Which companies hire mid level research directors?
Companies hiring mid level research directors right now include Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Eli Lilly, and JPMorganChase, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of organizations, including corporations with internal research functions, consulting firms, nonprofits, and government contractors that need experienced researchers who can run projects independently.
Are there remote mid level research director jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid options are common at this level. About 0% of mid level research director openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how research-heavy roles increasingly accommodate flexible arrangements. On-site positions still exist, particularly in labs, clinical settings, and organizations where stakeholder access or data security drives an in-person requirement.
How do I move up to a mid level research director role?
The path from entry level to mid level research director is built on demonstrated ownership over time. Early-career researchers grow into mid level by taking on full project cycles, not just tasks, building expertise in a specific methodology or domain, and developing a record of delivering findings that influenced real decisions. Mentoring newer colleagues and proactively managing stakeholder relationships also signal readiness for the step up.
Which industries hire the most mid level research directors?
Mid Level research director roles concentrate in Education, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on structured, ongoing research to inform product development, policy, strategy, or clinical outcomes, creating sustained demand for directors who can independently design and execute studies.