Explore Director, Clinical Science opportunities on Ladders, where experienced professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Directors in clinical science help shape the development of new therapies by guiding clinical research strategy, interpreting evidence, and leading teams through complex studies.
Directors of Clinical Science provide scientific leadership across clinical development programs. They may contribute to study design and protocols, assess clinical data, support regulatory submissions, and work with medical, statistical, regulatory, and operational teams to advance trials. Responsibilities vary by employer, therapeutic area, and stage of development.
Employers commonly seek substantial clinical research or drug-development experience, strong scientific judgment, and the ability to communicate complex findings clearly. Leadership, cross-functional collaboration, familiarity with clinical trial processes, and experience interpreting clinical data are valuable. Requirements may include an advanced degree in a relevant scientific or medical field, depending on the position.
Director-level clinical science roles can be found at biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, clinical research organizations, and other healthcare organizations. Opportunities may focus on a specific therapeutic area, clinical program, or phase of development. Review each listing for details about scope, qualifications, location, and compensation.
Browse vetted Director, Clinical Science job listings on Ladders and discover opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Use job details to compare roles and identify positions that align with your experience and career goals.
Director, Obesity and Related Conditions Intelligence & Analytics – Field Analytics
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Join a dynamic team to lead field analytics, translating complex data into actionable insights that drive commercial strategy and growth in the Obesity and Related Conditions sector. Collaborate cross...
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Director, Manufacturing Sciences - Drug Substance
$150K - $180K *
Join a team that's driving drug substance manufacturing for innovative biologics. Lead cross-functional efforts, ensuring alignment with CMC objectives from development through regulatory submissions...
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Senior Clinical Trial Manager (CTM)
$168K - $188K *
Oversee and manage clinical trials from protocol development to final report, ensuring compliance with GCP and regulatory standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance research efficie...
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$140K - $150K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research by managing complex studies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones efficien...
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Senior Scientific Director, Neurodegenerative Diseases
$265K - $300K *
Shape the future of neurodegenerative disease diagnostics by leading scientific strategy, driving research programs, and building expert networks to establish industry leadership in innovative solutio...
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Executive Director, Program & Portfolio Management
$254K - $347K *
Champion program management excellence by leading cross-functional teams, driving project strategies, and ensuring timely delivery of milestones in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment. Foster collabo...
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Associate Director, Clinical Operations
$130K - $160K *
Oversee the operational planning and execution of clinical trials, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while managing cross-functional teams to meet project timelines, budgets, and quality o...
1 week ago
Director - Clinical Analytics & Consulting (1306)
$157K - $205K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in clinical analytics and consulting. Lead business development and client engagement for pharmaceutical and biotech clients, leveraging advanced analytics and AI...
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Senior Advisor, Clinical Pharmacology
$153K - $268K *
Join our team to provide expert clinical pharmacology insights, driving dose selection and study design for innovative therapies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex data into...
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Assoc Director, Statistical Programming - Clinical
$170K - $220K *
Lead the charge in statistical programming, ensuring quality and timelines for clinical development programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and oversee regulatory submissions while mentoring...
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Director, Real World Data Strategy
$197K - $239K *
Join us to lead AI-driven innovation in real-world data strategy, translating business priorities into actionable insights. Drive data intelligence and collaboration across teams to enhance evidence g...
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Director, PDS&T Analytical CMC Development
$150K - $180K *
Champion innovative analytical strategies for biologics development, ensuring robust control and compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive project success and optimize methodologies in a dyn...
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Medical Director - Dermatology
$154K - $431K *
Elevate your career by providing expert medical guidance in dermatology, supporting clinical trials and project delivery. Collaborate with teams to ensure patient safety and protocol adherence while e...
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Director, Neurology - Thought Leader Liaison (NORTHEAST)
$245K - $265K *
Build impactful partnerships with Medical Experts to enhance neurology care. Drive strategic insights and collaboration across teams, influencing marketing and education initiatives while engaging wit...
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$110K - $130K *
Elevate healthcare delivery by leading operational and strategic initiatives across mental health and diagnostic services, ensuring compliance, quality, and patient-centered care while optimizing perf...
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Director, Project Management Talent & Delivery Excellence - EDS
$135K - $160K *
Grow your career with a senior leadership role driving a high-performing project management team, ensuring successful execution of clinical studies while managing resources, performance, and client sa...
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Senior Manager, Pharmacovigilance
$170K - $204K *
Manage pharmacovigilance activities to ensure patient safety across clinical programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to uphold compliance and operational excellence while leading a growing t...
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$201K - $251K *
Lead strategic forecasting initiatives to drive decision-making in oncology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop long-term models and communicate insights that shape product and portfol...
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Director, Statistical Innovation and Data Science
$150K - $180K *
Architect innovative statistical models and data science solutions, leading a team to enhance clinical development and evidence generation through advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI, while e...
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Senior Clinical Research Associate - Alzheimer's Disease
$95K - $115K *
Manage and oversee clinical monitoring activities, ensuring compliance with protocols and regulations. Collaborate with site personnel and cross-functional teams to support trial execution and maintai...
3 weeks ago
Site Manager/Director - Clinical Research
$90K - $110K *
Drive your career forward as you lead daily operations at a new clinical research site, ensuring participant safety and high-quality data while achieving financial and enrollment goals in a collaborat...
1 week ago
Site Manager/Director - Clinical Research
$100K - $120K *
Drive clinical research excellence by overseeing site operations, ensuring participant safety, and achieving financial and enrollment goals. Lead a dedicated team to deliver high-quality data while ad...
1 week ago
Global Head, Medical Drug Safety & Pharmacovigilance
$322K - $439K *
Lead the charge in shaping global drug safety strategy, overseeing a high-performing team of safety physicians. Drive benefit-risk assessments and influence key decisions across the development pipeli...
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$95K - $115K *
Innovate clinical services by leading a dedicated team to enhance patient care, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations while fostering collaboration with multidisciplinary professionals an...
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What does a Director of Clinical Science do?
A Director of Clinical Science provides scientific leadership for clinical development programs, helping guide study design, evaluate clinical evidence, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Specific duties depend on the organization and therapeutic area.
What qualifications are typically required for Director, Clinical Science jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers often look for extensive clinical research or drug-development experience, scientific expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to interpret and communicate clinical data. Some roles require an advanced degree in a relevant field.
Where do Directors of Clinical Science work?
They may work for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, clinical research organizations, and other healthcare or life sciences organizations.
What salary range can I find for these jobs on Ladders?
Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Check individual listings for the specific compensation range and benefits.
How can I find the right Director, Clinical Science role?
Compare listings by therapeutic area, responsibilities, required experience, location, and compensation. Focus on roles that match your clinical development background and leadership goals.