Director of Research Development - Ascendion : Job Details

Title: Director of Research Development (Tax)

Duration: Full-time

Location: 100% Remote

About the client:

Our client is focused on helping businesses by identifying, securing, and managing various tax credits and incentives.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the R&D tax practice, overseeing project delivery from scoping through filing.
• Partner with clients to identify qualified research activities and expenses for R&D tax credits.
• Interpret and apply federal and state R&D tax regulations to ensure compliance and maximize benefits.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (finance, legal, technical experts) to gather and analyze data.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in R&D tax credit consulting.
• Strong knowledge of Section 41 (R&D tax credit) and related state incentive programs.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage multiple client engagements.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client-facing skills.

Salary and Other Compensation:

• The annual salary for this position is between $150,000-$200,000 annually, plus bonus. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)