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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$120K - $130K *

Oversee the entire contract lifecycle, ensuring swift execution while managing risk. Collaborate cross-functionally to negotiate terms and enhance processes, directly impacting revenue and vendor perf...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $190K *

Join our team to lead quality engineering transformations across multiple platform portfolios, championing automation and innovation while developing exceptional engineering talent to elevate quality...

Virginia, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $93K *

Lead the charge in delivering top-tier service for advanced analytical instruments. Collaborate with diverse clients across research and healthcare to install, maintain, and repair cutting-edge equipm...

California, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$91K - $169K *

Bring your expertise to lead enterprise-wide events that align with strategic goals, engage stakeholders, and drive measurable outcomes. Utilize your event strategy and operational excellence to creat...

Washington, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $140K *

Unlock your potential as a senior technical contributor, leading infrastructure design and implementation. Drive strategic decisions, mentor junior engineers, and enhance system performance in a dynam...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$139K - $235K *

Pioneer operational excellence in renewals by enhancing processes, tools, and insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive efficiency and data quality, ensuring predictable and scalable renewal o...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $110K *

Transform quality management across multiple facilities by driving compliance, enhancing food safety, and leading improvement initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure product excellence a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $105K *

Transform customer relationships and drive revenue growth in the Greater NYC market through strategic account-based marketing initiatives, leveraging HubSpot and Salesforce to enhance engagement and e...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Drive program delivery across multiple products, ensuring timely outcomes by managing risks, dependencies, and stakeholder priorities. Collaborate cross-functionally to maintain accurate project data...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team focused on environmental permitting. Support diverse projects across New England, leveraging your expertise in regulatory compliance and public engageme...

Chelmsford, MARemote

1 week ago

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

$180K - $216K *

Empower small businesses by leading our omni-channel marketing strategy. Drive customer acquisition and retention through innovative campaigns, optimizing performance across digital and traditional ch...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of sports engagement by managing the complete life-cycle of sales contracts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and efficiency, while demonstrating strong de...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $158K *

Lead and enhance field operations by ensuring top-quality wrap installations at partner sites. Collaborate with teams to drive performance metrics, resolve issues, and support new site launches for co...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Regional Account Manager, driving sales in the SLED sector. Collaborate with partners, manage a territory, and exceed quotas while building lasting relationships. Enjoy ongo...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform the SLED landscape by driving sales and building relationships with state agencies. Leverage your expertise to execute strategies, meet quotas, and foster partnerships, all while contributin...

Richmond, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving growth in the SLED sector by executing strategic sales initiatives. This field sales role focuses on building relationships with CA State Agencies, ensuring a robust revenue...

Las Vegas, NVRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Elevate your career by driving sales in the SLED sector. This role focuses on building relationships with Washington State Agencies, executing strategies, and achieving revenue targets while collabora...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Drive success in the SLED sector by managing key accounts, executing sales strategies, and building strong relationships. Leverage your expertise to meet quotas and enhance revenue while collaborating...

El Paso, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Elevate your career as a Regional Account Manager, driving sales in the SLED sector. Collaborate with partners, manage a territory, and exceed quotas while building strong customer relationships. Enjo...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by driving sales in the SLED sector. Engage with state agencies, build relationships, and exceed quotas while collaborating with partners to create a robust revenue pipeline. You...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving sales in the SLED sector, managing accounts, and collaborating with partners to exceed quotas. This role offers growth opportunities through effective relationship-building...

Kansas City, KSRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic field sales role focused on SLED accounts. Drive revenue growth through strategic partnerships and effective sales cycles while receiving ongoing support and coaching t...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by driving sales in the SLED sector, collaborating with partners, and managing a diverse territory. This role offers growth opportunities through effective relationship-building...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Advance your sales career by driving revenue growth in the SLED sector. Leverage your expertise in technology solutions to foster relationships with state agencies, and achieve sales targets through s...

Jacksonville, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform the sales landscape by driving revenue growth within State, Local Government and Education sectors, forging key partnerships, and leveraging proactive strategies to exceed quotas in a dynami...

Orlando, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.