Director, Clinical Science Jobs

Explore Director, Clinical Science opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Directors of Clinical Science help guide the scientific strategy behind clinical development programs, bringing together medical, research, regulatory, and operational teams to advance therapies and other healthcare innovations.

What Does a Director of Clinical Science Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization and therapeutic area. Directors commonly shape clinical development plans, oversee scientific input into study protocols and clinical documents, interpret emerging data, and advise teams on study design and evidence generation. They may lead clinical scientists, collaborate with clinical operations and biostatistics, and present findings to internal stakeholders, investigators, or external partners.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers typically seek strong knowledge of clinical research and development, scientific communication, and the relevant disease area or therapeutic specialty. Many roles call for an advanced degree in a life science or healthcare discipline, along with substantial experience in clinical research, pharmaceutical or biotechnology development, or related work. Leadership, strategic thinking, data interpretation, and cross-functional collaboration are valuable skills.

Career Outlook and Opportunities

Director-level clinical science roles can be found across pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, contract research organizations, and other healthcare organizations. The scope of a position may depend on the organization’s size, development pipeline, and therapeutic focus. Browse current listings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, and work arrangements, and find opportunities that align with your experience and career goals.

Find Director, Clinical Science Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review job requirements carefully and highlight relevant clinical development experience, therapeutic expertise, scientific leadership, and measurable contributions in your application.

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$190K - $300K *

Join us to lead innovative outcomes research in Oncology, focusing on Precision Medicine. Collaborate with experts to design real-world studies that demonstrate clinical and economic value, enhancing...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$148K - $224K *

Help us unlock the potential of therapeutic programs by leading project management across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring timely delivery, resource allocation, and clear communication with internal...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$242K - $403K *

Lead global companion diagnostics strategy, integrating diagnostic plans with clinical development and regulatory objectives. Drive execution across therapeutic programs, ensuring alignment with patie...

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5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$195K - $240K *

Oversee all Data Management operations, ensuring compliance and quality in clinical data handling. Lead vendor relationships, manage timelines, and ensure accurate data for regulatory submissions thro...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$225K - $281K *

Join a team that's pushing the boundaries of oncology research! This key role involves designing and leading clinical trials, ensuring data integrity, and collaborating with global experts to advance...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$225K - $281K *

Explore your career in clinical development as you design and lead innovative oncology studies, ensuring data integrity and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams and cultivating r...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $287K *

Engage in a pivotal role driving clinical science strategy, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and execute clinical studies, ensuring patient safety and data integrity while mentoring...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $287K *

Lead the charge in clinical science strategy, partnering with Medical Directors to design impactful studies, ensuring patient safety and data integrity while mentoring junior colleagues and driving pr...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $287K *

Deliver clinical science strategy and lead studies in genetics medicine, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure patient safety and data integrity while mentoring junior colleagues and dri...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $230K *

Drive clinical development initiatives for oncology radiopharmaceuticals, collaborating across teams to oversee trial activities, data analysis, and regulatory submissions, while ensuring scientific i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $225K *

Lead the charge in advancing Protein Sciences by developing high-quality proteins and therapeutic conjugates. Guide a dynamic team and integrate cutting-edge technologies to streamline processes while...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$174K - $292K *

Lead the charge in clinical pharmacology strategy and execution, influencing drug development through expert guidance and collaboration on integrated plans and regulatory interactions for innovative t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining scientific data management in drug discovery. Lead the scientific data team, bridging scientists and engineers to ensure data integrity, quality, and innovative solutions...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$255K - $290K *

Elevate clinical development by driving innovative RNAi programs, providing medical and scientific leadership, and ensuring strategic alignment with corporate objectives while fostering cross-function...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $331K *

Drive strategic Clinical Science leadership across Atherosclerosis studies, ensuring alignment of scientific approaches and integration of insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $331K *

Transform clinical science leadership in Atherosclerosis, guiding strategic initiatives across multiple studies and programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance scientific standards an...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $331K *

Lead strategic Clinical Science initiatives in Atherosclerosis, overseeing multiple studies and programs. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure scientific consistency and drive innovative approache...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $287K *

Shape the future of clinical development by leading innovative studies in Internal Medicine. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scientific integrity and drive impactful research that tr...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $287K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team driving innovative clinical studies in Internal Medicine. Contribute to impactful drug development programs while collaborating across functions to ensure scientif...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $287K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical studies in Internal Medicine. Contribute your expertise in Immunology to ensure scientific integrity and drive innovative research in a collaborative...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$168K - $272K *

Transform your career by evaluating and shaping early-stage life sciences opportunities. Collaborate cross-functionally to match scientific innovations with market potential, driving decisions that le...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$297K - $370K *

Champion the execution of global clinical programs, leading cross-functional teams in advancing innovative neuropsychiatric therapies. Leverage your expertise to drive strategy, oversee trial design...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

Lead the transformation of clinical operations by strategically overseeing oncology programs, ensuring timely and budget-conscious execution while harnessing AI for operational efficiency from startup...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient access through strategic design and management of support programs. Oversee vendor relationships and ensure compliance while driving initiatives that...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$233K - $267K *

Drive strategic initiatives as a senior leader in Clinical Practice Liaison, shaping team vision and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance medical strategy and ensure complia...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Clinical Science do?question toggle

    A Director of Clinical Science helps set scientific direction for clinical development programs. The role may involve shaping study strategies, reviewing protocols and clinical documents, interpreting data, and partnering with clinical operations, biostatistics, medical, and regulatory teams.

  • What qualifications are common for Director, Clinical Science jobs?question toggle

    Requirements differ by employer and therapeutic area. Many positions seek an advanced degree in a life science or healthcare field and significant clinical research or drug development experience, as well as scientific leadership, communication, and data interpretation skills.

  • Where do Directors of Clinical Science work?question toggle

    These professionals may work for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, contract research organizations, and other healthcare organizations involved in clinical research and development.

  • How much do Director, Clinical Science jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on factors such as employer, location, therapeutic area, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check each listing for its salary information.

  • How can I find Director, Clinical Science jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Browse the current Director, Clinical Science listings on Ladders and review each posting’s responsibilities, qualifications, location, and salary details. Tailor your application to emphasize relevant clinical development experience and scientific leadership.