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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$150K - $180K *

Partner with us to drive growth in strategic enterprise accounts, managing complex sales cycles and building trust with security-focused buying committees. Leverage technical credibility to close mult...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $175K *

Pioneer project success by leading the design and implementation of electrical systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while providing tech...

Los Angeles, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $116K *

Lead and inspire a team of Client Service Managers to elevate client satisfaction, driving operational excellence while managing strategic service delivery and fostering strong client relationships fo...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $180K *

Champion labor relations excellence by ensuring a union-free environment, guiding management on associate relations, and designing impactful training programs to foster positive work cultures across T...

Georgia, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$165K - $184K *

Elevate the standards of asset protection by leading strategic initiatives across multiple locations. Drive shrink reduction, enhance safety practices, and foster team development to ensure a secure a...

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1 week ago

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

$150K *

Elevate customer support excellence by managing a dynamic team, enhancing SLA performance, resolving complex issues, and fostering development through effective coaching, all while ensuring customer s...

New York City, NYRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$190K - $210K *

Advance strategic commercial negotiations across complex EPC agreements, ensuring comprehensive risk management and delivery excellence. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive supplier engagement in...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $115K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$114K - $156K *

Manage and oversee Shopify development projects from inception to launch, collaborating with clients and a team of developers. Ensure quality deliverables while juggling multiple projects and adapting...

CanadaRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $140K *

Join a team that's driving project success by leading technical initiatives, resolving complex challenges, and aligning outcomes with client objectives. Your expertise will enhance profitability and o...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$121K - $187K *

Drive project success by managing pipelines, building relationships, and leading cross-functional teams to secure capital project business. Enhance customer satisfaction through tailored solutions and...

Newtown Square, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career by leading FP&A system transformations in a dynamic environment. Drive product strategy, collaborate with finance teams, and enhance financial planning capabilities using Oracle EP...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

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Allentown, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $112K *

Unlock customer insights by leading transformative research initiatives. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance end-to-end customer experiences, ensuring data-driven decisions that align wit...

Mississauga, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$118K - $137K *

Engage communities by developing trust-based relations, driving stakeholder communications, and analyzing community dynamics for clean energy projects. Help foster long-term value while ensuring trans...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $125K *

Empower customer success by fostering strong relationships post-sale, advocating for client needs, and collaborating across teams to ensure satisfaction, retention, and custom solutions that drive ope...

California, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $190K *

Drive project management excellence in high voltage power delivery, overseeing engineering teams and ensuring quality deliverables. Lead complex projects from initiation to closeout, fostering client...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$136K - $232K *

Accelerate your career by driving sales and building relationships with C-suite executives. Leverage your expertise to deliver tailored solutions, expand service agreements, and differentiate our offe...

Virginia, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $189K *

Engineer innovative electrical designs, ensuring compliance and safety for mission-critical power and cooling products. Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate systems, manage changes, and execute...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$124K - $210K *

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United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $155K *

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United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Lead a high-performing team of Sales Engineers, driving operational excellence and strategic execution across your region. Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance performance, influence strategy...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to transform orthodontic practices by promoting innovative digital solutions, achieving sales targets, and fostering relationships with key stakeholders to drive full integration of th...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.