Director, Life Sciences Jobs

Explore Director, Life Sciences opportunities for experienced leaders across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, diagnostics, and healthcare research. These roles help organizations translate scientific expertise into strategy, strong teams, and measurable business or patient impact. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including senior opportunities for life sciences directors.

What Does a Director of Life Sciences Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization and specialty. Directors may set departmental or program strategy, oversee research and development, guide clinical or regulatory initiatives, manage portfolios and budgets, and build partnerships across scientific, commercial, and operational teams. They often communicate complex scientific work to executives, collaborators, customers, or regulators.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers typically seek substantial experience in a relevant life sciences field, a record of leading teams or complex programs, and the ability to make decisions using scientific and business evidence. Depending on the role, useful qualifications may include an advanced degree in biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, biomedical engineering, or a related discipline; expertise in drug development, clinical research, quality, regulatory affairs, or commercialization; and strong communication, project management, and strategic planning skills.

Where Director-Level Opportunities Are Found

Director, Life Sciences jobs can be found at biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, medical device and diagnostics businesses, research organizations, contract research organizations, healthcare companies, and consulting firms. Focus areas may include research and development, clinical operations, regulatory affairs, manufacturing, quality, data science, or business development.

Find Your Next Life Sciences Leadership Role

Use Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Search by specialty, location, and seniority to identify Director, Life Sciences roles that align with your experience and career goals. Review each listing for its specific responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details.

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$80K - $100K *

Manage and execute complex LIMS implementations for public health and environmental labs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success, stakeholder alignment, and high-quality out...

Tucson, AZRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to create and implement control systems, providing technical support and mentoring while driving project success and ensuring optimal performance of HVAC and automation solutions...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$86K - $118K *

Optimize project outcomes by leading complex initiatives from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while collaborating across teams to enhance operational efficiency...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Engage with clients to foster relationships, manage expectations, and deliver high-quality engineering solutions. Oversee project execution, identify growth opportunities, and ensure client satisfacti...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer satisfaction through effective dealer support and product performance management. Lead initiatives in your territory to foster strong relationships a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$250K - $300K *

Elevate your career by owning the full sales cycle, engaging with security leaders, and driving growth in a dynamic environment. Leverage your expertise to build relationships, achieve quotas, and col...

Chicago, ILRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $161K *

Transform the future of energy efficiency by leading a $200M facility upgrade project. Oversee construction, engage stakeholders, and ensure compliance with safety standards while managing resources a...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at ABB by managing tier-1 Channel Partners and driving market growth in the HVACR sector. Collaborate with a leading team to influence demand and create new opportunities while sup...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform client relationships by leading a dedicated team and managing a key portfolio. Drive product adoption, enhance satisfaction, and ensure retention through strategic engagement and operational...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$167K - $188K *

Unlock potential by leading a complex portfolio of services projects, driving customer value and business outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish priorities, manage dependencies...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate your career by leading market growth strategies, driving revenue, and building high-performing sales teams. Leverage market insights and analytics to identify opportunities and execute acti...

Cleveland, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Elevate performance across multiple stores by leading a team of General Managers to enhance customer experience, operational excellence, and profitable growth while fostering a collaborative and inclu...

East Windsor, CTRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Design and implement electrical systems for large-scale data centers. Collaborate with global teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while delivering innovative solutions for high-profile...

Arlington, VARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Make your mark at a leading firm by designing electrical systems for mission-critical facilities. Collaborate globally on high-profile projects while developing your expertise in data center electrica...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Develop innovative electrical designs for mission-critical facilities, collaborating with global teams on high-profile projects. This hands-on role offers growth opportunities and the flexibility of r...

Los Angeles, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$170K - $200K *

Pioneer the execution of large-scale datacenter projects, driving profitability and strategic growth. Lead a high-performing team while managing complex stakeholder relationships and ensuring operatio...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$185K - $231K *

Champion a transformative growth agenda for RTD & Convenience, focusing on channel expansion, strategic partnerships, and market leadership to drive profitability and market share while collaborating...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$84K - $100K *

Elevate customer satisfaction by leading a dedicated team to ensure seamless installation processes, manage job flow, and enhance service delivery, all while driving operational excellence and fosteri...

Idaho, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$77K - $93K *

Drive operational excellence as a Deputy Program Manager, overseeing a nationwide respite care program for military families. Ensure compliance, manage intake processes, and lead a dedicated team to d...

Arlington, VARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$101K - $170K *

Manage and enhance systems-focused projects by coordinating cross-functional teams to improve performance, stability, and user experience. Drive data-driven decisions while balancing competing priorit...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $150K *

Lead and inspire teams in executing complex soil remediation projects nationwide. Ensure safety and customer satisfaction while managing field operations and collaborating with diverse professionals a...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Engage with powersports dealerships to expand financing partnerships, drive sales growth, and enhance dealer relationships. Utilize market insights to develop strategic plans and support dealer onboar...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing business continuity and operational resilience. Collaborate across departments to develop and maintain effective continuity plans, ensuring readiness for disr...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $99K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of medical education by providing strategic leadership and operational management for regional education initiatives, enhancing partnerships, and ensuring high-qu...

Kingston, ONRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$124K - $161K *

Join a team that's driving complex program initiatives across cross-functional operations. Lead strategic projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes while managing risks and stakeholder e...

Mentor, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Life Sciences do?question toggle

    A Director of Life Sciences leads a scientific, technical, or business function. Depending on the employer, the role may involve setting strategy, managing teams and budgets, overseeing research or clinical programs, and coordinating with regulatory, commercial, and operational groups.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Director, Life Sciences jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by specialty and employer. Many roles call for significant life sciences experience, leadership or program-management achievements, and relevant technical expertise. Some positions prefer or require an advanced degree, such as a Ph.D., M.D., or a master's degree in a related field.

  • Which industries hire Directors of Life Sciences?question toggle

    Employers include biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, medical device and diagnostics firms, clinical research organizations, healthcare businesses, research institutions, and consulting firms.

  • What specialties are available for Director, Life Sciences roles?question toggle

    Director-level openings may focus on research and development, clinical operations, regulatory affairs, quality, manufacturing, medical affairs, data science, or business development. Specific areas depend on the company and its products or services.

  • How can I find Director, Life Sciences jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted professional openings and refine your search by role, location, and specialty. Check each job listing for its stated compensation range and requirements; pay varies by employer, experience, and location.