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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$280K - $311K *

Optimize safety evaluations within our Drug Safety team to drive innovative strategies for monitoring and managing clinical risks, ensuring compliance and maintaining high-quality standards in pharmac...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead multi-site clinical research operations, driving compliance, team development, and financial performance. Collaborate with C-suite to enhance participant safety and operational standards while fo...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$270K - $310K *

Drive strategic leadership in patient safety sciences, overseeing activities, fostering collaboration, and building a high-performing team to enhance safety measures across oncology clinical trials an...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$270K - $310K *

Drive patient safety excellence by leading strategic oversight and development of safety sciences, fostering collaboration across teams, and shaping innovative drug safety practices to enhance clinica...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$290K - $308K *

Lead the charge in global clinical operations for cutting-edge T-cell therapies. Oversee strategic planning, execution, and stakeholder management while nurturing and developing a thriving Clinical Op...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $210K *

Accelerate your career by supporting clinical studies and collaborating with experts to enhance drug development. Contribute to innovative research while ensuring compliance and data integrity in a dy...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$214K - $241K *

Champion clinical study success by providing scientific expertise and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring efficient execution of Clinical Development Plans from Phase I to III trials...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$290K - $328K *

Drive clinical pharmacology strategy and oversight, influencing outcomes in drug development. Collaborate cross-functionally to design studies and lead regulatory submissions, while employing scientif...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$262K - $284K *

Optimize pediatric drug development strategies as a clinical pharmacology leader, overseeing pharmacometric analyses and regulatory submissions, while translating complex data into actionable decision...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$187K - $255K *

Develop global regulatory strategies to ensure compliance and expedite drug approvals. Lead regulatory submissions, define processes, and guide cross-functional teams throughout the product lifecycle...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $220K *

Lead the charge in shaping medical strategy and evidence generation, driving scientific engagement and relationships with clinicians and payers to establish impactful treatment narratives in a rapidly...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $185K *

Join us to drive strategic clinical FSP partnerships, overseeing delivery and client relationships while managing complex stakeholder environments to enhance operational effectiveness and achieve outs...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$250K - $311K *

Shape the future of clinical operations by leading strategy, delivery, and quality for innovative trials. Drive team development and operational excellence while collaborating with cross-functional pa...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$204K - $306K *

Lead the charge in integrating AI with scientific workflows, mentoring engineers, and delivering innovative applications that enhance research collaboration. Drive technical strategy and foster a high...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$204K - $306K *

Champion groundbreaking solutions by leading engineers who integrate AI with scientific workflows, driving innovation for life-changing breakthroughs in research while fostering a collaborative enviro...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Lead and optimize clinical trial operations, ensuring safety and compliance while managing resources and timelines across multiple phases of trials. Foster collaboration within cross-functional teams...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead clinical pharmacology strategies and drive innovative modeling to enhance drug development. Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate pharmacokinetic insights into global plans, ensuring regula...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$375K - $398K *

Champion the clinical development strategy by leading cross-functional teams, overseeing clinical trials, and providing strategic input for regulatory submissions and business opportunities in a dynam...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$229K - $269K *

Optimize data collection and access across EDC/non-EDC sources. Drive compliance, manage vendor relationships, and ensure quality deliverables while contributing to clinical trial data processes and r...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$225K - $245K *

Drive clinical operations for oncology studies, translating strategies into actionable plans. Lead teams, manage resources, and ensure quality delivery while collaborating across functions to enhance...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $331K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic Clinical Science leadership across multiple studies and programs in Infectious Disease. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scientific consistency...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $331K *

Transform clinical science leadership in infectious disease by guiding strategic initiatives across multiple studies and programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scientific consiste...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $331K *

Champion strategic Clinical Science leadership across Infectious Disease studies, guiding development planning and ensuring scientific consistency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive hig...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$167K - $300K *

Join us to drive innovative mRNA medicines through comprehensive program management, overseeing clinical development phases and facilitating strategic collaboration across teams for successful executi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$194K - $266K *

Champion the future of clinical research by leading study oversight, ensuring participant safety, and driving high-quality execution across cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment focused on r...

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  •   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.