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Director of Scientific Affairs

Average Director of Scientific Affairs Salary

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$74,873
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$43k
MEDIAN
$75k
90%
$133k

The average salary for a Director of Scientific Affairs is $74,873 in 2025

Base Salary
$43k - $133k
Bonus
$1k - $23k
Profit Sharing
$5 - $20k
Commission
$2k - $65k
Total Pay
$39k - $136k
Based on 1,208 salary profiles (last updated Nov 06 2024)
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Common Health Benefits for a Director of Scientific Affairs

Medical
87%
Dental
74%
Vision
65%
None
13%

Gender Breakdown for Director of Scientific Affairs

Female
58.2%
Male
39.3%
Prefer to self-define
1.2%
This data is based on 323 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Director of Scientific Affairs

What is the highest pay for Director of Scientific Affairs?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Director of Scientific Affairs is $133k / year

What is the lowest pay for Director of Scientific Affairs?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Director of Scientific Affairs is $43k / year

How can Director of Scientific Affairs increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Director of Scientific Affairs 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 Director of Scientific Affairs that oversees more junior Director of Scientific Affairs, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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