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How much do pharmaceutical development manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for pharmaceutical development manager in Silver Spring, MD is $73,943.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,400.00 and $96,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Pharmaceutical Development Manager vs Pharmaceutical Scientist?

AspectPharmaceutical Development ManagerPharmaceutical Scientist
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Pharmacy, Chemistry, or related field; often with project management experienceDegree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, or Pharmaceutical Sciences; often with research experience
Work EnvironmentLeads teams in R&D or manufacturing settings, overseeing development projectsConducts laboratory research, experiments, and formulation development
Industry UsageUsed in project leadership, process development, and cross-functional teamsPrimarily in research labs, focusing on formulation, testing, and analysis

The Pharmaceutical Development Manager focuses on leading development projects, coordinating teams, and ensuring timely product progression. In contrast, the Pharmaceutical Scientist is more involved in hands-on research, formulation, and testing. Both roles require relevant scientific credentials, but their daily responsibilities and focus areas differ significantly.

What job categories do people searching Pharmaceutical Development Manager jobs in Silver Spring, MD look for? The top searched job categories for Pharmaceutical Development Manager jobs in Silver Spring, MD are:
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Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Vanda Pharmaceuticals

Washington, DC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Responsibilities:
  • Analyze therapeutic areas, unmet medical needs, and competitor pipelines to prioritize BD opportunities.
  • Monitor patent landscapes, clinical trial developments, and regulatory trends.
  • Support end-to-end transactions (licensing, co-development, M&A) from target identification to term sheet negotiation.
  • Model financial scenarios (NPV, ROI) for potential partnerships using industry benchmarks.
  • Partner with R&D to assess scientific feasibility of in-licensing candidates.
  • Work with legal/IP teams to draft confidentiality agreements and due diligence frameworks.
  • Prepare investor-ready materials and pitch decks for potential partners.
  • Present recommendations to senior leadership with data-driven rationale.

Qualifications:
  • MBA, with a concentration in healthcare management, life sciences, or business strategy preferred
  • Prior exposure to pharmaceutical business development via internships, consulting projects, or academic collaborations.
  • Familiarity with industry databases (e.g., Cortellis, Citeline, Evaluate Pharma) and CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce).
  • Demonstrated proficiency in financial valuation techniques (DCF, rNPV, comparables analysis) and partnership modeling, with the ability to assess scientific, commercial, and regulatory risks.
  • Comprehensive understanding of pharmaceutical intellectual property landscapes, licensing frameworks, and global regulatory pathways (FDA/EMA/ICH guidelines).
  • Superior ability to synthesize complex scientific and commercial data into actionable business insights for executive stakeholders.
  • Proven track record of crafting persuasive, data-driven narratives for partnerships, investor communications, or internal governance reviews.
  • Exceptional negotiation acumen, with experience supporting term sheet development or due diligence processes (even in academic/internship settings).
  • Intellectual curiosity about emerging science, with the ability to rapidly evaluate therapeutic-area opportunities (e.g., oncology, rare diseases, CNS).
  • Collaborative mindset to bridge cross-functional gaps between R&D, legal, and commercial teams.

Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation; however, reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would impose undue hardship.
The total compensation package for this position will also include incentive compensation and benefits such as health insurance, unlimited paid time off, parental leave, a 401k matching program, and other benefits to its employees.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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