Associate Director, Innovation Lab
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals · Irvine, California, United States
Posted 21 days ago · $150,000 - $210,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 21 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 Associate Director of Innovation Lab at Tarsus Pharmaceuticals will lead the development of transformative eye care programs by collaborating with cross-functional teams and executive leadership. This role involves creating project plans, managing relationships with external partners, and fostering a culture of innovation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in biotech or pharmaceuticals, particularly in early drug innovation and development.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
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What you need
- Bachelor’s degree in life sciences: biochemistry, immunology or a related field
- 8+ years of experience (PhD/MD), 10+ years (Master’s), or 12+ years (Bachelor’s) in biotech or pharmaceutical innovation
- Demonstrated experience leading early drug innovation, discovery and development teams
- Strong interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Ability to operate effectively at both strategic and tactical levels
Nice to have
- Advanced degree (Master’s, PhD, or MD)
- Eye care experience
What you get
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and personal days
- Hybrid work environment with remote flexibility
- Onsite gym, pool, snacks, drinks, and occasional catered meals
- Bonus and stock equity options
Worth weighing
- Up to 20% travel may be required
- Salary range is broad and depends on experience and skills
- Role involves both strategic and tactical responsibilities, which may require adaptability
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