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How much do remote scientific director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote scientific director in the United States is $156,723.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $149,500.00 and $169,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a remote scientific director effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams across different time zones?

As a Remote Scientific Director, effective collaboration with cross-functional teams—such as medical writers, regulatory specialists, and project managers—often involves leveraging digital communication tools and establishing clear processes for feedback and updates. Regular virtual meetings, shared project management platforms, and well-documented communication protocols help bridge time zone differences and keep projects on track. Flexibility in scheduling and proactive communication are key for ensuring all team members remain aligned and informed. Building strong relationships virtually is essential to foster trust and maintain project momentum in a remote environment.

What is a remote scientific director?

A Remote Scientific Director is a senior-level professional who oversees scientific research, strategy, and communication for an organization, but works from a remote location rather than onsite. They are responsible for guiding research teams, ensuring the scientific accuracy of projects, and developing strategies to achieve research goals. Their role often includes managing interdisciplinary teams, reviewing scientific content, and liaising with stakeholders, all while utilizing digital tools for collaboration. This position is common in industries such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and medical communications, where effective remote leadership and expertise are essential.

What is the difference between Remote Scientific Director vs Remote Clinical Research Associate?

AspectRemote Scientific DirectorRemote Clinical Research Associate
Required credentialsAdvanced degrees (PhD, MD), extensive experience in research leadershipBachelor's or Master's in life sciences, clinical research experience
Work environmentStrategic oversight, leadership, and collaboration with research teamsMonitoring clinical trials, data collection, site visits (remote or on-site)
Employer & industry usagePharmaceutical, biotech, research institutionsPharmaceutical companies, CROs, research sites
Search & comparison intentUnderstanding leadership roles in researchOperational clinical trial tasks

The Remote Scientific Director typically holds advanced degrees and leads research strategies, while the Remote Clinical Research Associate focuses on trial monitoring and data collection. Both roles are essential in clinical research but differ in responsibilities and seniority.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote scientific director?

To thrive as a Remote Scientific Director, you need advanced scientific expertise (often a PhD or relevant advanced degree), experience in research leadership, and a strong publication record. Familiarity with scientific publishing platforms, data analysis software, and project management tools is typically required, along with experience in regulatory guidelines. Outstanding communication, strategic thinking, and team leadership skills distinguish top candidates in this role. These competencies are essential to drive scientific strategy, ensure quality outputs, and effectively lead remote, cross-functional teams.
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Infographic showing various Remote Scientific Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $156,723 per year, or $75.3 per hour.

Associate Scientific Director, Clinical Pharmacology

Biogen

Remote

$144K - $240K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago


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9.3

Company rating: 9.3 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 86 rated pharmaceutical


Job description

About This Role
Biogen's West Coast Hub, based in South San Francisco, is specifically focused on transforming the lives of patients with severe immune-mediated diseases by developing novel targeted therapies with outsized clinical impact, faster. To accomplish this, we are seeking top talent to join us on our journey.
As the Lead, Clinical Pharmacology, Immunology, you will serve on program and study teams, providing strategic leadership in the development and execution of clinical pharmacology plans for drug candidates. You will integrate knowledge of clinical and quantitative pharmacology to optimize and provide rationale for dosage regimens, and study designs throughout the drug development lifecycle. This position is located in South San Francisco office or could be fully Remote. The candidate must reside within the USA.
What You'll Do
  • Provide clinical pharmacology expertise to program and study teams throughout a molecule's lifecycle (discovery through development)

  • Provide functional representation on development programs and study teams and identify opportunities where modeling and simulation can advance the understanding of pharmacological activity, efficacy and safety

  • Develop & implement the clinical pharmacology development plan, considering all aspects (strategic, scientific, translational, and clinical)

  • Define key milestones and decisions within the clinical pharmacology development plan and identify risks and mitigation strategies

  • Lead execution of clinical pharmacology studies & analyses; interpret results and recommend action based on results

  • Conduct hands-on quantitative analysis and present the findings to multidisciplinary project teams

  • Serve as lead author and key contributor to clinical pharmacology sections of documents

  • Serve as the subject matter expert in interactions with Health Authorities

  • Seek input from and ensure alignment with cross-functional partners, consultants, experts, and vendors as needed

  • Work with program and/or study teams to achieve program goals and provide deliverables in approved timeframes

  • Maintain cutting edge knowledge of best regulatory practices, quantitative/clinical pharmacology methodology, and drug development precedent

Qualifications
  • PhD or MD/PhD in Pharmacology, Pharmacokinetics, Pharmaceutics or PharmD or other suitable related fields

  • 5+ years relevant industry experience (clinical pharmacology and/or clinical PK/PD)

  • Ability to analyze and interpret PK and PK/PD data utilizing sound scientific principles

  • Experience with designing and implementing relevant elements of clinical studies and/or dedicated Clinical Pharmacology studies

  • Ability to develop Clinical Pharmacology strategy in the context of the broader development paradigm

  • Knowledge of and ability to apply appropriate regulatory and ICH guidelines with regard to the acquisition, analysis, and interpretation of clinical pharmacology data

  • Hands- on experience with developing and implementing Quantitative Systems Pharmacology (QSP) models, and/or population PK, PKPD, exposure-response analyses

  • Experience with Model Informed Drug Development (MIDD) paired meeting program is a plus

  • Proficiency with use of PK/PD software packages such as Phoenix, R, NONMEM. Experience with Monolix and MATLAB is a plus

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills for effective interactions in various environments including, but not limited to, multidisciplinary teams, regulatory agencies, scientific symposia, and advisory boards

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Additional Information
The base compensation range for this role is $144,000.00-$240,000.00. Base salary is determined by a combination of factors including, but not limited to, job-related years of relevant experience, internal equity, and location of the job. Additionally, this role is eligible for participation in Biogen's LTI grants and other incentive programs. Biogen offers a full range of benefits that include medical, dental, life, long and short-term disability insurances, vacation, end-of-year shutdown, and 401K participation and matching contributions.
Why Biogen?
We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.
At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.
Job Level: Management
Additional Information
The base compensation range for this role is: $144,000.00-$240,000.00
Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.
Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.
In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees' and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including, but not limited to:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
  • Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
  • A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
  • Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
  • 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
  • Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
  • 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
  • Employee Resource Groups participation

Why Biogen?
We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.
At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about Biogen.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.

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About Biogen

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At Biogen, our mission is clear - we are pioneers in neuroscience. Biogen discovers, develops, and delivers worldwide innovative therapies for people living with serious neurological and neurodegenerative diseases. Together, our employees create, commercialize, and manufacture transformative therapies for our patient population.

Industry

Scientific research and development services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Cambridge, MA, US

Year founded

1978

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