Study director demographics and statistics in the US
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Study director gender statistics
45.1% of study directors are women and 54.9% of study directors are men.
- Male, 54.9%
- Female, 45.1%
Study director gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 54.9% |
| Female | 45.1% |
Study director gender pay gap
Women earn 91¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$84,068
Female income
$76,809
Study director gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in study director positions over time. Currently, 45.1% of study directors are female.
Study director gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 79.46% | 20.54% |
| 2011 | 78.79% | 21.21% |
| 2012 | 73.78% | 26.22% |
| 2013 | 71.78% | 28.22% |
| 2014 | 76.01% | 23.99% |
| 2015 | 66.28% | 33.72% |
| 2016 | 66.11% | 33.89% |
| 2017 | 68.70% | 31.30% |
| 2018 | 67.35% | 32.65% |
| 2019 | 66.27% | 33.73% |
| 2020 | 60.09% | 39.91% |
| 2021 | 54.85% | 45.15% |
Study director related jobs gender ratio
We compared study directors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, pipeline superintendent and agronomy research manager have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Community Health Nursing Director | 7% | 93% |
| Early Childhood Services Coordinator | 7% | 93% |
| Tourist Home Keeper | 8% | 92% |
| Study Director | 55% | 45% |
| Station Superintendent | 98% | 2% |
| Agronomy Research Manager | 98% | 2% |
| Pipeline Superintendent | 99% | 1% |
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Study director demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among study directors is White, which makes up 62.8% of all study directors. Comparatively, 14.6% of study directors are Hispanic or Latino and 12.0% of study directors are Asian.
- White, 62.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.6%
- Asian, 12.0%
- Unknown, 7.5%
- Black or African American, 2.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Study director race
| Study director race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.6% |
| Asian | 12.0% |
| Unknown | 7.5% |
| Black or African American | 2.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Study director race and ethnicity over time
See how study director racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Study director race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.11% | 0.97% | 13.17% | 6.81% |
| 2011 | 69.50% | 4.06% | 13.03% | 11.25% |
| 2012 | 72.02% | 3.53% | 14.65% | 7.50% |
| 2013 | 68.70% | 2.44% | 18.18% | 8.08% |
| 2014 | 72.46% | 2.22% | 11.81% | 10.14% |
| 2015 | 68.43% | 4.94% | 14.70% | 9.54% |
| 2016 | 64.98% | 3.34% | 17.59% | 11.36% |
| 2017 | 72.35% | 4.63% | 11.74% | 7.67% |
| 2018 | 72.43% | 4.76% | 11.36% | 7.80% |
| 2019 | 72.47% | 3.31% | 13.02% | 9.40% |
| 2020 | 66.41% | 3.77% | 14.69% | 11.09% |
| 2021 | 62.83% | 2.52% | 12.04% | 14.59% |
Study director wage gap by race
According to our data, asian study directors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american study directors have the lowest average salary at $80,051.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $82,751 |
| White | $84,085 |
| Black or African American | $80,051 |
| Asian | $91,811 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $82,108 |
Average study director age
See how the average age of study directors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Study director age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 45 | |
| White | 50 | 39 |
| Asian | 32 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 46 |
Study director age breakdown
The average age of study directors is 40+ years years old, representing 57% of the study director population.
Study director age breakdown
| Study Director Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 57% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 12% |
Study director educational attainment
The most common degree for study directors is bachelor's degree, with 61% of study directors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 21% and master's degree degree at 11%.
- Bachelor's, 61%
- Master's, 21%
- Doctorate, 11%
- Associate, 4%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Study directors by degree level
| Study director degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 61% |
| Master's | 21% |
| Doctorate | 11% |
| Associate | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Study director wage gap by degree level
According to the data, study directors with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $106,109 annually. With a Master's degree, study directors earn a median annual income of $99,771 compared to $89,863 for study directors with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $99,771 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $72,658 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $89,863 |
| Doctorate Degree | $106,109 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $76,201 |
Study director employment statistics
Most study directors work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where study directors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where study directors work.
Study director jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 5% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 25% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 13% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 25% |
| > 10,000 employees | 18% |
Study director jobs by company type
Employees with the study director job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most study directors prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Study director jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 53% |
| Public | 18% |
| Private | 26% |
| Government | 4% |
Study director jobs by industry
The most common industries for study directors are education, pharmaceutical and health care.
Study director industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 45% |
| Pharmaceutical | 8% |
| Health Care | 8% |
| Fortune 500 | 7% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Manufacturing | 5% |
| Technology | 5% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Government | 3% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
Study director turnover and employment statistics
Study director unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for study directors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Study director unemployment rate by year
| Year | Study director unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.88% |
| 2011 | 4.51% |
| 2012 | 1.05% |
| 2013 | 2.30% |
| 2014 | 0.00% |
| 2015 | 1.85% |
| 2016 | 4.39% |
| 2017 | 1.92% |
| 2018 | 1.82% |
| 2019 | 2.54% |
| 2020 | 2.68% |
| 2021 | 1.44% |
Average study director tenure
The average study director stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 984 study directors resumes in Zippia's database.
Study director tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 11% |
| 1-2 years | 37% |
| 3-4 years | 19% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 9% |
Study director LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of study directors that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Substation Superintendent | 4.08% | 12,077 |
| Casino Shift Manager | 8.19% | 59,202 |
| Study Director | 8.88% | - |
| Funeral Location Manager | 9.30% | 6,223 |
| Resident Manager | 11.54% | 17,468 |
| Wellness Program Manager | 11.66% | 101,471 |
| Director Of Field Coordination | 14.16% | 50,895 |
Similar study director jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Substation Superintendent | 4.08% | 12,077 |
| Casino Shift Manager | 8.19% | 59,202 |
| Funeral Location Manager | 9.30% | 6,223 |
| Resident Manager | 11.54% | 17,468 |
| Wellness Program Manager | 11.66% | 101,471 |
| Director Of Field Coordination | 14.16% | 50,895 |
Foreign languages spoken by study directors
The most common foreign language among study directors is Spanish at 34.6%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 12.5% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 9.6%.
- Spanish, 34.6%
- French, 12.5%
- Chinese, 9.6%
- Russian, 7.7%
- Japanese, 7.7%
- Other, 27.9%
Study director languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 34.6% |
| French | 12.5% |
| Chinese | 9.6% |
| Russian | 7.7% |
| Japanese | 7.7% |
| Other | 27.9% |
