Director of Clinical Operations Jobs

A Director of Clinical Operations in the biotechnology industry oversees the planning, implementation, and management of clinical trials and research. They are involved in the development and execution of clinical strategies, and work collaboratively with professionals in regulatory affairs, drug safety, data management, and project management. Their work is crucial for ensuring adherence to protocols, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards, as well as achieving the company's clinical objectives. They are also responsible for managing teams, allocating resources, and overseeing the budgeting process.

The Director of Clinical Operations should ideally hold a degree in life sciences or a related field, with advanced degrees often preferred. Certifications in clinical research such as Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) can be beneficial. They should have extensive knowledge of clinical trial management and regulatory compliance, coupled with exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills. Prior to this role, an individual might hold positions such as Clinical Project Manager, Clinical Trials Manager, or Clinical Research Associate.

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Director, Clinical Operations

  • Jackson, MS
  • 2 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 2 hours ago

**POSITION REQUIREMENTS** **:** + Strong knowledge of Good Clinical Practices (GCP), clinical trials management (including site monitoring), scientific methods, research design, regulatory compliance...

Associate or Full Professor and Associate Director for Research

  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 3 hours ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 3 hours ago

Must be familiar with institutional review board and/or federal human subjects/clinical trial reporting processes and regulations....

Associate Director of Research

  • Saddle Brook, NJ
  • 6 hours ago
  • Saddle Brook, NJ
  • 6 hours ago

Associate Director of Research Job ID 214244 Posted 07-Jun-2025 Service line Advisory Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Research Location(s) Saddle Brook - New Jersey - United States...

Research Project Coordinator

  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 7 hours ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 7 hours ago

Research Project Coordinator University of Minnesota life insurance, paid holidays United States, Minnesota, Saint Paul Jun 07, 2025 Apply for Job Job ID 368529 Location Twin Cities Job Family...

Professor and Vice Chair/Director of Research, Department of Psychiatry

  • New York, NY
  • 7 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 hours ago

The Columbia Psychiatry research portfolio is broad, ranging from studies of molecular mechanisms and brain circuitry to clinical trials testing novel treatments, to implementation studies that optimize...

Participates in didactic instruction for Evidence-Based Research Methods and Clinical Research Seminar Courses....

Associate Director Clinical Operations

  • New York, NY
  • 10 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 10 hours ago

Align with the Head of Clinical Development Operations or Director, Clinical Operations on plans for the successful implementation of studies....

Associate Director / Director, Clinical Operations

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 11 hours ago

About the role: Allogene is seeking an Associate Director / Director, Clinical Operations, to oversee the successful completion management of all clinical trials and related clinical trial milestones...

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Director Research Operations & Evaluation - Full-Time

  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 hours ago

Maintains active Institutional Review Board approval of the study, facilitates regulatory coordinators and/ or completes regulatory documents including the development of the Subject Information Sheet...

Director, Clinical Operations

  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Ensure adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP), regulatory requirements, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and company policies....

Clinical Research Director (P4-P5)

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 22 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 22 hours ago

Eli Lilly and Company seeks a Clinical Research Director (P4-P5) to identify and deliver strategic initiatives in support of global clinical trials....

Sr. Director, Research & Development

  • Greenville, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 1 day ago

Overview Position Overview The Director, Research & Development, leads both product formulation and technical services within our R&D function for a fast-growing company. This role is responsible...

Director, Clinical Operations

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago

You will lead the clinical operations team in the execution of clinical studies in conformance with Good Clinical Practices (GCP), International Conference of Harmonization (ICH) Guidelines and Penn...

Chief Scientific Officer - Produce

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment...

Associate Director, Research and Development Communications

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 day ago

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world...

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Highest Education Level

Director of Clinical Operationss offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.9%
Master's Degree
29.0%
Doctorate Degree
27.4%
Associate's Degree
2.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.4%
High School or GED
1.8%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Director of Clinical Operationss
1-2 years
33.6%
Less than 1 year
25.7%
2-4 years
25.6%
4-6 years
13.8%
10+ years
1.3%



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