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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Executive Medical Director, Oncology Clinical Development (Solid Tumors)
$200K - $250K *
Shape the future of clinical research by leading complex trials and cross-functional teams. Drive high-quality data generation and ensure compliance while advancing innovative therapeutic strategies i...
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Executive Medical Director, Oncology Clinical Development (Solid Tumors)
$200K - $250K *
Oversee and lead clinical development programs, ensuring high-quality data generation and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives and maintain project integr...
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Executive Medical Director, Oncology Clinical Development (Solid Tumors)
$200K - $250K *
Champion the design and execution of clinical trials, leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality data that supports product development and regulatory compliance while ensuring adherence t...
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Sr. Principal Scientist, Nonclinical Drug Safety
$190K - $300K *
Lead the charge in advancing nonclinical drug safety for Immunology programs. Collaborate with scientific leaders to craft innovative strategies and deliver high-quality regulatory submissions, drivin...
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Sr. Principal Scientist, Nonclinical Drug Safety
$190K - $300K *
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$112K - $222K *
Empower the clinical site management team from initiation to closure, ensuring effective monitoring and sponsor engagement. Drive results while fostering a collaborative and professional environment...
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$97K - $193K *
Transform clinical research by managing site activities and ensuring compliance throughout the study lifecycle. Collaborate with teams to enhance patient safety and quality while supporting regulatory...
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Senior Clinical Research Associate- CNS -Psychiatry - East Coast
$97K - $193K *
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Empower patient care by leading a multidisciplinary team in adult and geriatric inpatient psychiatry. This role combines medical leadership with clinical practice, ensuring high-quality psychiatric se...
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Senior Director - Clinical Tech Design and Operations
$157K - $231K *
Elevate clinical technology strategy and operations by leading cross-functional teams. Shape AI-driven solutions, manage resources to meet objectives, and influence business areas in achieving strateg...
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Specialty Pharmacy Clinical Pharmacist-Oncology, Full-time Days
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of patient care by providing expert medication management, ensuring safety, and collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance therapeutic outcomes in a dynamic clinical environment...
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Senior Scientist (Medical Device/Biocompatibility)
$100K - $125K *
Lead innovative preclinical studies in medical device biocompatibility, overseeing protocol development, execution, and reporting while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Eng...
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Senior Director, Pharmacy Services
$150K - $180K *
Optimize pharmacy operations by leading strategic initiatives, ensuring compliance, and enhancing patient access. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive performance, service excellence, and...
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Join a team that's passionate about transforming complex scientific data into engaging communications. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to deliver high-quality medical content and strategies...
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Lead the charge in providing expert care for adult patients in Bone Marrow/Stem Cell Transplantation and Cellular Therapy. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to manage complex cases and enhance...
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Senior Manager, Clinical Scientist, Hematology
$150K - $245K *
Pioneer innovative clinical studies by collaborating with Medical Directors to design and implement programs, ensuring compliance and safety while enhancing understanding of drug candidates and diseas...
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Senior Manager, Clinical Scientist, Hematology
$150K - $245K *
Transform clinical research by partnering with Medical Directors to design and deliver impactful studies. Leverage your expertise to influence teams, ensure compliance, and drive innovative solutions...
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Senior Manager, Clinical Scientist, Hematology
$150K - $245K *
Join a team that's advancing clinical studies for rare hematologic and immunologic diseases. Lead cross-functional collaborations, drive study design, and mentor junior scientists while ensuring compl...
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Senior Manager, Clinical Scientist, Hematology
$150K - $245K *
Partner with Medical Directors to optimize clinical study design and execution. Contribute to cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance and scientific rigor while driving innovative solutions in hem...
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Sr. Scientist I/II - Computational Biology
$115K - $201K *
Elevate your career by integrating multi-omic data to drive clinical insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable solutions in a dynamic environment, leveraging your expertise...
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Regulatory Operations Specialist
$80K - $90K *
Unlock potential by ensuring compliance and accuracy in regulatory submissions. Manage health authority correspondence and support electronic publishing, while staying updated on global regulatory tre...
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Shape the future of quality assurance in biopharmaceuticals by leading a high-performing team, ensuring compliance with cGXP regulations, and fostering a culture of quality across the organization. Dr...
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Medical Director - Critical Care
$300K - $309K *
Transform patient care by leading medical strategy and clinical innovation. As a vital member of the team, you'll guide product development and trial execution while engaging with key stakeholders to...
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Scientist 3 Translational Medicine (Cardiovascular and Metabolism)
$100K - $186K *
Advance your career by driving innovative biomarker research in cardiovascular and metabolism programs. Collaborate across R&D to analyze -Omics data and develop assays, contributing to impactful drug...
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Executive Medical Director, Oncology Clinical Development (Solid Tumors)
$200K - $250K *
Drive the design and execution of clinical trials, leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality data that supports product strategy and compliance. Ensure adherence to regulatory standards w...
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What does a clinical pharmacologist do?
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?
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?
Clinical pharmacologists work in pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, contract research organizations, universities, hospitals, government agencies, and healthcare organizations.
How much do clinical pharmacologists earn?
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?
Browse Clinical Pharmacologist listings on Ladders and review each posting's responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation information to identify opportunities that fit your background.