Explore Clinical Pharmacologist Jobs

Clinical pharmacologists apply knowledge of how medicines work in people to support the safe and effective development and use of treatments. They may study drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and elimination; evaluate safety and efficacy; and help translate research findings into clinical practice. Explore vetted Clinical Pharmacologist opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Clinical Pharmacologist Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer and specialty. Clinical pharmacologists may design or interpret clinical studies, analyze pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic data, assess potential drug interactions, contribute to dose selection, and communicate evidence to research, medical, regulatory, or healthcare teams. Some roles focus on early-phase trials and drug development, while others support therapeutic decision-making, pharmacovigilance, or personalized medicine.

Where Clinical Pharmacologists Work

Employers include pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, contract research organizations, academic medical centers, hospitals, government agencies, and other healthcare or research organizations. Job titles and day-to-day responsibilities differ across settings, so review each listing for its focus, seniority, and work arrangement.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek expertise in clinical pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, clinical research, biostatistics, or drug safety. Strong analytical, scientific writing, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills are valuable. Requirements vary: some positions may ask for an advanced degree or clinical credential, relevant industry or research experience, and familiarity with clinical trial standards and regulatory requirements.

Find Clinical Pharmacologist Roles on Ladders

Use Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, qualifications, compensation information, and employer details to find Clinical Pharmacologist jobs aligned with your experience and career goals. Listings and salary details vary by role and location.

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$110K - $130K *

Contribute to patient care by interpreting medication orders, dispensing prescriptions, and providing drug information. Supervise support staff and ensure compliance with protocols while engaging in q...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate patient care by overseeing inpatient pharmacy operations, ensuring accurate medication distribution, and providing expert drug information while supervising support staff and enhancing quality...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $245K *

Lead the charge in developing and optimizing imaging biomarkers for clinical trials in Ophthalmology and Neurology, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality data and innovative...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Clinical Pharmacist, ensuring optimal drug therapy and leading educational initiatives. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance patient safety and outcomes in a s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Elevate patient care by ensuring optimal drug therapy and leading clinical initiatives. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement evidence-based practices in anticoagulation and hemostasis...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Transform patient care by joining our dedicated pharmacy team, focusing on NICU and maternal health. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure safe, effective medication therapy and enhance...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $156K *

Transform the future of neuromodulation by leading innovative research initiatives that integrate neuroscience, AI, and biomarker discovery to advance next-generation therapies and personalized treatm...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $115K *

Unlock the potential of healthcare data by developing reproducible analytic workflows. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to analyze large datasets, translating research questions into actionab...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to the development of medication policies and optimize drug therapies, ensuring safe patient care through collaboration with healthcare teams and strategic planning for formulary and guidel...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$301K - $372K *

Elevate patient safety as a Global Safety Lead, overseeing safety strategies and deliverables for pharmaceutical products. Collaborate cross-functionally to analyze safety data, manage risks, and ensu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $250K *

Lead in vivo pharmacology to empower target validation and drug discovery. Manage a nine-member team, design studies, and ensure rigorous experimentation aligns with strategic portfolio decisions in c...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$201K - $360K *

Shape the future of patient safety by leading pharmacovigilance efforts, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance drug development and safety oversight throughout produ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $140K *

Join a team that's advancing pharmaceutical technology transfer and quality control through analytical excellence, method validation, and leadership in a dynamic, compliance-focused environment. Drive...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $157K *

Empower groundbreaking research in neuroscience by leading in vivo pharmacology studies, analyzing pharmacodynamic readouts, and managing collaborations with CROs to drive innovative therapeutic solut...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by joining a dynamic team focused on advancing immunology research. Contribute to innovative discovery programs that bridge target degradation with impactful immunological outcom...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $145K *

Unlock potential in immunology by advancing discovery programs through innovative assay development and in vivo pharmacology, driving impactful data generation for autoimmune and inflammatory diseases...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in advancing clinical research by managing trials, ensuring compliance, and driving innovation within a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care and safety...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$250K - $394K *

Engage as a strategic leader in PKPD modeling, inspiring teams to drive innovative drug discovery. Leverage collaboration across disciplines to ensure impactful translational strategies that enhance p...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Partner with us to lead pharmacy innovation through automation, analytics, and AI. Drive strategic initiatives that enhance medication systems, workforce efficiency, and patient care across a leading...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$176K - $277K *

Drive innovative drug discovery by leading nonclinical safety strategies across therapeutic areas while collaborating with cross-functional teams to evaluate therapeutic targets and develop new drug c...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $277K *

Manage cross-functional teams to define and implement nonclinical drug safety strategies in immunology and oncology, ensuring the successful transition of drug candidates from discovery to regulatory...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $277K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing innovative drug development through collaboration, leadership, and strategic vision in nonclinical safety across multiple therapeutic areas, ensuring patient...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $277K *

Elevate the discovery landscape as you lead Nonclinical Drug Safety strategies across multiple therapeutic areas. Collaborate cross-functionally to assess risks, define toxicology study strategies, an...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $277K *

Empower drug discovery by leading strategic nonclinical safety initiatives across therapeutic areas, ensuring optimal risk assessment and collaboration to support innovative medicines that enhance pat...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive exceptional home infusion therapy services by collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure safe medication management, patient education, and clinical monitoring. Contribute to optimal patient...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a clinical pharmacologist do?question toggle

    A clinical pharmacologist studies how medicines affect people and how the body processes medicines. Depending on the role, they may contribute to clinical trial design, dose selection, pharmacokinetic analysis, drug safety evaluation, and evidence-based treatment decisions.

  • What qualifications are needed for clinical pharmacologist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by position and employer. Many roles seek an advanced degree or relevant clinical credential, along with experience in clinical pharmacology, clinical research, pharmacokinetics, or drug development. Check each listing for specific education, experience, and licensing requirements.

  • Where do clinical pharmacologists work?question toggle

    Clinical pharmacologists work in pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, contract research organizations, universities, hospitals, government agencies, and healthcare organizations.

  • How much do clinical pharmacologists earn?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, employer, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; consult individual listings for available salary details.

  • How can I find Clinical Pharmacologist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Clinical Pharmacologist listings on Ladders and review each posting's responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation information to identify opportunities that fit your background.