Research Director Salary in Portland, OR

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How much does a Research Director make in Portland, OR? The average Research Director salary in Portland, OR is $207,737 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $187,089 and $229,939. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Planning & Research Director (Institutional Research)

Maricopa Community College District - Phoenix , AZ

Planning & Research Director (Institutional Research) Job ID: 320101 Location: GateWay Community College Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Hiring Salary Range $81,278.00- $105,661 ...

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Research Director - Pacific Northwest Organic Center at Cascadian Farm

Rodale Institute - Rockport , WA

The Research Director is responsible for setting and implementing a vision for regenerative organic research and educational activities that elevate and meet the needs of farmers in the region at ...

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Director of Research Administration, Post-Award - 130047

UC San Diego - Oakland , CA

Director of Research Administration, Post-Award - 130047 Click Here to Apply Online Job Description Filing Deadline: Thu 6/6/2024 UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are ...

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Sr. Director, Market Research & Innovation

Academic Partnerships - Dallas , TX

The Sr. Director of Market Research and Market Innovation plays a pivotal leadership role in the Market Innovation team overseeing market research and data strategy efforts in service of our ...

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Director of Research & Development

Allura USA - Houston , TX

Director of Research & Development Location: Houston, TX Department: Technical Support Overview: This position is responsible for Product Development of moderately complex products, design and ...

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Director, Process Research and Development

Bachem - Torrance , CA

A brief overview The Director / Sr. Director of Process Research and Development is strongly experienced in Solid Phase Peptide Synthesis, specifically in Boc and Fmoc chemistry; and has some ...

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What does a Research Director do?

Common responsibilities of a Research Director

Create formal documentation of Advancement operating/gift acceptance policies and procedures and ensure/document annual review and editing of those policies/procedures.

February 03, 2023

Assist with assessment of allegations of misconduct, including identification of the specifics of the allegation of research misconduct in as much detail as possible, and determination of when the allegations warrant further inquiry.

March 07, 2023

Prepare and give invited oral presentations to scientific community, governmental decision-makers, private environmental groups and farmers on soil health management and assessment and other research topics as requested.

March 26, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Research Director in Portland, OR

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187089

229939

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213380

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245342

What is the average salary for Research Director in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Research Director in Portland, OR. The base salary for Research Director ranges from $187,089 to $229,939 with the average base salary of $207,737. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $213,380 to $282,373 with the average total cash compensation of $245,342.

View Average Salary for Research Director as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$207,737	$187,089 - $229,939
Bonus	$37,605	$26,291 - $52,434
Total Pay	$245,342	$213,380 - $282,373

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Research Director Salary Near Portland, OR

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Portland, OR
CITY, STATE Clackamas, OR	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $186,816 - $229,603	COMPARE TO Portland, OR
CITY, STATE Gresham, OR	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $186,816 - $229,603	COMPARE TO Portland, OR
CITY, STATE Lake Oswego, OR	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $187,055 - $229,897	COMPARE TO Portland, OR
CITY, STATE Vancouver, WA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $186,578 - $229,310	COMPARE TO Portland, OR
CITY, STATE Beaverton, OR	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $187,055 - $229,897	COMPARE TO Portland, OR
CITY, STATE Oregon City, OR	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $186,337 - $229,014	COMPARE TO Portland, OR

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About Portland, Oregon

Portland is the largest and most populous city in the U.S. state of Oregon and the seat of Multnomah County. It is a major port in the Willamette Valley region of the Pacific Northwest, at the confluence of the Willamette and Columbia rivers. As of 2017, Portland had an estimated population of 647,805, making it the 26th-largest city in the United States, and the second-most populous in the Pacific Northwest (after Seattle). Approximately 2.4 million people live in the Portland metropolitan statistical area (MSA), making it the 25th most populous MSA in the United States. Its Combined Statist...

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