Director of Research Career

*A job as a Director of Research falls under the broader career category of Education Administrators, Postsecondary. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Education Administrators, Postsecondary : Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.


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Education Administrators, Postsecondar Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$122,010

Median Hourly Wage

$58.66*

Total Employed Nationally

167,270


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2023 wage data and 2022-2032 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2022-2032). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.