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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Senior Manager, Client Success
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Senior Manager, Research Solutions Engineering
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Senior Configuration Management Analyst
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Shape the future of Configuration Management by leading CMDB operations, ensuring data accuracy, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance gove...
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Champion the successful delivery of customer projects through all phases, ensuring alignment with business goals by coordinating teams and resources while managing risks and transacting key communicat...
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Technical Solutions Manager - Life Sciences
$135K - $160K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative DCS solutions for Life Sciences. Serve as the technical expert, driving automation strategies and ensuring compliance with regulations to support growth and ex...
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$80K - $95K *
Reimagine certification strategies by leading the Verified Luxury Certifications program. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance learner experiences and oversee the certification lifecycle from deve...
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Empower our finance team by overseeing accounting operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing financial reporting. Lead month-end close activities and mentor team members in a dynamic, multi-entity...
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Project Manager I - Construction Risk Management
$91K - $136K *
Join us to lead project teams, manage resources, and drive successful outcomes in construction risk management. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and deliver projects on time and with...
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Transform service delivery by leading a skilled team of engineers, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction through effective coordination and relationship management. Drive continuou...
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Lead strategic HR initiatives, providing expert guidance on employee relations, talent development, and compliance. Collaborate with leadership to enhance organizational effectiveness and drive a posi...
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Senior Building Consultant, North East
$85K - $125K *
Unlock potential by leading property damage evaluations and restoration projects. In this hybrid role, you'll collaborate with clients and stakeholders, leveraging your expertise to manage complex ass...
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Business Development Manager (Remote)
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Champion growth by driving Inclusive Collection sales through strategic partnerships and robust relationship management within your territory, enhancing advisor engagement and expanding market presenc...
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Senior Director, Marketing Operations
$160K - $200K *
Lead the charge in optimizing top-of-funnel marketing operations, driving measurable pipeline growth through strategic planning, data governance, and team leadership. Collaborate with cross-functional...
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Senior Director, Marketing Operations
$160K - $200K *
Accelerate progress at the intersection of strategy and operations, driving high-performance marketing systems and data governance. You'll partner closely with executive leadership to optimize revenue...
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Senior District Manager (North East)
$155K - $165K *
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Strategic Account Manager (Industrial)
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Small Business Territory Leader (Eastern Zone)
$110K - $130K *
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Senior Director, Service Manager
$163K - $261K *
Shape the future of electrification services by leading operations across the West U.S. region, driving performance excellence, and managing nationwide digital automation initiatives while advancing r...
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What does a Director of Life Sciences do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.