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As of Jul 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for director neuroscience in the United States is $131,245.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,000.00 and $154,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Director Neuroscience position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director Neuroscience, you need advanced expertise in neuroscience research or clinical practice, typically supported by a PhD, MD, or related advanced degree, along with significant leadership experience. Familiarity with neuroimaging tools, data analysis software (e.g., MATLAB, SPSS), and compliance with regulatory standards (such as GCP, IRB requirements) is often essential. Exceptional soft skills like strategic vision, effective communication, and team mentorship help drive innovation and foster collaboration. These competencies are critical to leading multidisciplinary teams, managing complex projects, and advancing scientific or clinical objectives within the neuroscience field.

What does a Director of Neuroscience do?

A Director of Neuroscience leads research, development, and strategic initiatives related to neuroscience within an organization. They oversee teams of scientists, clinicians, or researchers working on neurological studies, treatments, or products. Their responsibilities include setting research priorities, securing funding, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with regulations. They often work in pharmaceutical companies, healthcare institutions, or academic settings to drive innovation in neuroscience. Strong leadership, scientific expertise, and strategic vision are key for success in this role.

What are the typical responsibilities of a Director Neuroscience?

As a Director Neuroscience, you will be responsible for overseeing neuroscience research programs or clinical initiatives, setting strategic priorities, and ensuring high-quality outcomes. Daily tasks may include leading cross-functional teams, managing budgets and timelines, and evaluating scientific or clinical data to guide decision-making. You may also be involved in mentoring junior staff, building external partnerships, and ensuring compliance with institutional and regulatory standards. This leadership role requires balancing hands-on scientific expertise with broader organizational and strategic responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Director Neuroscience job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $131,245 per year, or $63.1 per hour.
Director Neuroscience

Director Neuroscience

Johnston-Willis Hospital

Tuckahoe, VA • On-site

$110K - $176K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

This position is incentive eligible.
Salary Estimate: $110552.00 - $176883.20 / year
Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.

The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Director Neuroscience today with Johnston-Willis Hospital.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Director Neuroscience ensures high quality, patient-centered care through oversight of the overall function and staffing of the Neuroscience and Neuroscience Intensive Care (NSICU) units in addition to forecasting, planning, and budget monitoring. The Director Neuroscience fosters a culture of accountability and collaboration and supports the development and implementation of strategies, policies, and procedures in support of facility objectives.

What qualifications you will need:

  • Three (3) years current nursing experience required, with a neuroscience focus required
  • Two (2) years of critical care nursing experience required
  • Two (2) years of management experience required
  • Previous experience as a nursing director preferred
  • BSN or higher preferred
  • Graduate from an accredited school of nursing required
  • RN license in the Virginia or a compact license required
Benefits

Johnston-Willis Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Johnston-Willis Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1909, giving patient's access to highly-trained physicians and advanced technology. With more than a century of pioneering healthcare, our 290+ bed hospital is one of the leading acute care facilities for Greater Richmond and the Tri-Cities area. We offer a full range of healthcare services, with specialties in cancer care, and neuroscience at our first-in-Richmond Neuroscience and Gamma Knife Center, and we are the first in the United States for HCA Healthcare, and the first in Central Virginia to offer Focused Ultrasound for essential tremors. With our sister facility, Chippenham Hospital, we've provided and continue to provide a wide range of services to Central Virginia.

"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Director Neuroscience opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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