Director, Clinical Science Jobs

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.

What Does a Director of Clinical Science Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Career Opportunities

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.

Find Director, Clinical Science Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$134K - $374K *

Lead the charge in fostering scientific excellence and strategic vision across diverse client accounts. As a senior leader, you will mentor teams, ensure operational quality, and drive successful outc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $374K *

Deliver strategic scientific leadership across diverse therapeutic areas, enhancing client partnerships and ensuring operational excellence. Lead and mentor a team of medical professionals while manag...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $374K *

Shape your career by providing strategic scientific leadership while mentoring teams, ensuring operational excellence, and building client partnerships across diverse therapeutic areas and initiatives...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

Oversee the end-to-end data enablement process, ensuring accurate taxonomy governance and data quality while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance campaign reporting and operational eff...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $150K *

Drive data excellence by leading taxonomy governance and reporting for campaigns. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and operational efficiency while mentoring resources to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$145K - $175K *

Unlock the potential of data management by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing business intelligence solutions, and fostering cross-functional partnerships to drive operational excellence and dat...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$145K - $175K *

Champion data excellence by leading strategic initiatives in data management, governance, and analytics. Drive operational efficiency and foster cross-functional collaboration to enhance client outcom...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$210K - $331K *

Unlock potential by leading global medical affairs initiatives, driving strategic execution, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance patient outcomes in key therapeutic areas, focusin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$185K - $344K *

Develop integrated experience strategies for patient and HCP journeys. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize campaigns and drive customer engagement through actionable insights and data...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$250K - $285K *

Advance global regulatory strategies for late-stage programs, ensuring compliance and successful submissions. Collaborate across functions to mitigate risks and drive major filings, representing the o...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $250K *

Lead clinical trial oversight, ensuring compliance with regulations and safety standards. Collaborate with teams to provide medical consultation, manage adverse events, and support drug development fr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $250K *

Elevate your career by providing medical oversight for clinical trials, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices. Collaborate with teams to enhance drug development and safety, while me...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's committed to ensuring quality excellence in cell therapy. Oversee integrated project plans, coordinate efforts across departments, and lead initiatives to enhance compliance and ope...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$186K - $233K *

Shape the future of clinical supply planning by leading global strategies, ensuring accurate demand forecasting, and driving process improvements for clinical programs. Collaborate with cross-function...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $220K *

Transform the future of genetic medicine by leading translational operations and regulatory integration. Drive cross-functional collaboration, ensure compliance, and enhance program execution to deliv...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$230K - $250K *

Lead innovative regulatory strategies for global product development, ensuring compliance and effective communication with health authorities. Collaborate cross-functionally to guide submissions and m...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$161K - $218K *

Unlock potential by leading downstream development for novel modalities, focusing on antibody purification and AOC processes. Drive program transitions from preclinical to Phase I, collaborating acros...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$112K - $223K *

Shape the future of pharmacovigilance by leading global projects, ensuring compliance, and enhancing operational excellence. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive quality and efficiency while mentor...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $223K *

Transform global pharmacovigilance services by leading teams and projects, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while enhancing processes and supporting clinical development across diverse t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$207K - $243K *

Drive nonclinical study oversight and toxicology efforts, ensuring scientific rigor and regulatory compliance while managing multiple CRO partnerships. Collaborate cross-functionally to support IND-en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$185K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading lipid process chemistry for GMP manufacturing, overseeing development and scale-up of novel lipid components. Collaborate with CDMOs and cross-functional teams to ensure re...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$184K - $256K *

Champion the future of drug discovery by leading innovative product strategies, overseeing a dynamic portfolio, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to transform scientific research capabilit...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$143K - $193K *

Empower global clinical operations by leading process management initiatives, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality and drive innovations in cl...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $188K *

Champion the medical accuracy of promotional materials in Neuroscience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and scientific validity, driving best practices and strategic solut...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading clinical supply chain strategies across multiple global development programs, ensuring investigational products meet patient needs while optimizing resources and compliance...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    Compare listings by therapeutic area, responsibilities, required experience, location, and compensation. Focus on roles that match your clinical development background and leadership goals.