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Medical Science Director

Average Medical Science Director Salary

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$142,119
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$99k
MEDIAN
$142k
90%
$193k

The average salary for a Medical Science Director is $142,119 in 2025

Base Salary
$99k - $193k
Bonus
$10k - $36k
Profit Sharing
$6k - $24k
Total Pay
$102k - $224k
Based on 408 salary profiles (last updated Dec 08 2021)
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4.4 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Medical Science Director

Medical
97%
Dental
91%
Vision
87%
None
3%

Gender Breakdown for Medical Science Directors

Female
56.6%
Male
42.1%
Prefer to self-define
1.3%
This data is based on 152 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Medical Science Directors

What is the highest pay for Medical Science Directors?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Medical Science Director is $193k / year

What is the lowest pay for Medical Science Directors?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Medical Science Director is $99k / year

How can Medical Science Directors increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Medical Science 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 Medical Science Director that oversees more junior Medical Science Directors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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