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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$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing and overseeing scientific content across multiple therapeutic areas, ensuring high-quality contributions and strategic client interactions to drive growth and innovation...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$256K - $283K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of RNA therapeutics by leading cross-functional drug development programs. Drive program strategy and execution while fostering collaboration across Research, Cli...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $150K *

Shape your career by managing clinical research studies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones efficiently and effectively...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$192K - $226K *

Lead the charge in Clinical Quality Assurance, ensuring compliance and oversight across clinical studies. Drive team growth, develop audit plans, and support continuous improvement while mentoring jun...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$119K - $186K *

Champion innovative Clinical Insight Services by managing partnerships in the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors. Drive revenue growth, lead proposal development, and enhance cross-team collaboration...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading data management initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while enhancing collaboration across teams, and contributing to the successful execution of clini...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$223K - $305K *

Elevate your career by leading Clinical QA strategy and operations, ensuring GCP compliance across clinical development. Drive quality culture, manage audits, and provide strategic oversight to enhanc...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Transform the future of healthcare by leading payer communication strategies, ensuring the delivery of scientific and clinical information for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Build relationships with key...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$333K - $450K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative clinical strategies to enhance patient safety and streamline Phase 2/3 programs, while collaborating with discovery teams and ensuring regulatory compliance in...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$333K - $450K *

Drive innovative clinical strategies to enhance development cycles and ensure patient safety. Collaborate with teams to design robust Phase 2/3 programs and lead Phase 1 testing, while managing extern...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$333K - $450K *

Partner with us to develop innovative clinical strategies that enhance patient safety and streamline Phase 2/3 programs, while collaborating with discovery teams and external stakeholders to drive imp...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$182K - $214K *

Lead the charge in developing impactful scientific content strategies that engage healthcare professionals and internal stakeholders, ensuring compliance and alignment with organizational objectives w...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$182K - $214K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing scientific communication through impactful content development and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment in healthcare e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$250K - $350K *

Lead the development of a clinical supply consulting practice, combining expertise in forecasting, planning, and optimization to enhance decision-making for sponsors. Drive innovation and commercial g...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$275K - $300K *

Join a dynamic team to lead clinical development in oncology, focusing on innovative therapies for breast cancer. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to design impactful studies, engage with reg...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$282K - $444K *

Lead the charge in driving clinical research for oncology medicines, managing all phases from pre-clinical to post-licensure. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop strategies that ensure safety an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$282K - $444K *

Shape the future of oncology by leading comprehensive clinical research initiatives in Hematology. Drive study design, execution, and analysis, ensuring safety and efficacy across all phases of clinic...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$98K - $101K *

Lead a team to develop and supervise consumer support services, ensuring high-quality care and compliance in an Intensive Rehabilitation Treatment Program focused on empowering individuals with mental...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $245K *

Drive your career forward by leading clinical strategy and execution in genetics medicine. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate genetic insights into innovative treatments, making a me...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $245K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in clinical genetics medicine, contributing to early clinical development and translating genetic insights into new treatments. Collaborate with cross-functional...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $245K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in clinical strategy and execution, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate genetic insights into innovative treatments, while ensuring compliance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Drive revenue growth and strategic partnerships in biometrics services, focusing on client relationships and market strategy. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions and position the or...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$176K - $220K *

Transform clinical development with strategic leadership to execute Phase 3 trials. Drive operational excellence, manage cross-functional collaboration, and shape innovative processes to elevate globa...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$285K - $475K *

Shape the future of Medical Writing by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing document quality, and integrating technology to optimize processes across therapeutic areas while managing a high-perfor...

5 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$285K - $475K *

Join a team that's redefining Medical Writing by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing document quality, and integrating technology to streamline processes across therapeutic areas while managing a...

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  •   15+ 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.