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Clinical Development Director

Average Clinical Development Director with Clinical Research Skills Salary

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$179,499
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$146k
MEDIAN
$179k
75%
$209k

The average salary for a Clinical Development Director is $179,499 in 2025

Base Salary
$146k - $209k
Bonus
$20k - $39k
Total Pay
$168k - $246k
Based on 8 salary profiles (last updated Jan 21 2019)
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Common Health Benefits for a Clinical Development Director

Medical
86%
Dental
86%
Vision
86%
None
14%

Gender Breakdown for Clinical Development Directors

Female
100.0%
This data is based on 3 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Clinical Development Directors

What is the highest pay for Clinical Development Directors?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Clinical Development Director is $NaN / year

What is the lowest pay for Clinical Development Directors?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Clinical Development Director is $NaN / year

How can Clinical Development Directors increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Clinical Development Director is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Clinical Development Director that oversees more junior Clinical Development Directors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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