Sr Director, Clinical Sciences
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals · Irvine, California, United States
Posted 26 days ago · $255,000 - $357,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 26 days Tarsus Pharmaceuticals's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 89% of Tarsus Pharmaceuticals's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Tarsus Pharmaceuticals
- high 13 stale, 0 reposted of 19 open
- Hiring momentum
- 25 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Tarsus Pharmaceuticals's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Tarsus Pharmaceuticals.
About this role
The Sr Director, Clinical Sciences will lead the Clinical Science function for eyecare, overseeing the scientific integrity and strategic impact of clinical studies from early development to lifecycle management. This role involves collaboration with various departments to create clinical development plans, manage study protocols, and ensure high-quality trial designs while maintaining strong relationships with external partners and stakeholders.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Tarsus Pharmaceuticals as an employer.
What you need
- Advanced degree in sciences (e.g. PharmD, MD, PhD)
- Minimum of 10 years of biotech/pharmaceutical clinical development experience
- Minimum of 8 years leadership in clinical trial management experience
- Established leadership track record with excellent performance-based people management
- Expertise with SOPs, GCPs and regulatory compliance guidelines for clinical trials
- Willingness to be hands-on and delve into details
Nice to have
- Experience in ophthalmology; dermatology or infectious diseases a plus
What you get
- Base pay range of $255,000 - $357,000 plus bonus and stock equity
- Health, dental, and vision insurance benefits
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and personal days
- Hybrid work environment with remote work option
- Onsite gym, pool, snacks, drinks, and occasional catered meals
Worth weighing
- Some travel may be required – up to 30%
- Role involves significant leadership and collaboration across multiple departments
- No specific mention of career advancement opportunities or training programs
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Listed by Tarsus Pharmaceuticals on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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