Explore Director, Clinical jobs for experienced healthcare and life sciences professionals ready to lead clinical teams, programs, and operations. These senior roles may be found in hospitals, health systems, biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, clinical research organizations, and other care or research settings. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping you focus your search on high-level clinical leadership careers.
A Director, Clinical guides clinical services, teams, or programs toward organizational and patient-care objectives. Depending on the employer and specialty, responsibilities can include setting strategy, overseeing clinical operations, developing policies and workflows, managing budgets, supporting quality improvement, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and standards. Directors may also partner with executives, physicians, researchers, and cross-functional teams to improve outcomes and service delivery.
Requirements vary by role and employer. Many positions call for substantial clinical or healthcare leadership experience, a relevant degree or professional credential, and a record of managing teams or complex programs. Employers may also value expertise in clinical quality, care delivery, research operations, regulatory requirements, data-informed decision-making, and change management. Clear communication and the ability to align multidisciplinary teams are essential.
Use Ladders to discover Director, Clinical openings and related senior roles across healthcare and life sciences. Review each listing for its scope, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then tailor your resume to highlight leadership impact, clinical expertise, and measurable accomplishments. Start exploring vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.
$125K - $135K *
Join us to lead and enhance healthcare staffing operations, driving growth and performance through strategic recruitment, client management, and team leadership. Collaborate across departments to achi...
4 weeks ago
Director, Patient Financial Services (PFS) - Healthcare CBO
$106K - $176K *
Join a team that's transforming healthcare finance by leading patient financial services operations. Drive revenue cycle improvements, manage billing processes, and enhance compliance while fostering...
Today
Sr. Accounting Transformation Lead
$150K - $206K *
Transform the accounting landscape by leading strategic initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, standardize processes, and drive technology integration, all while ensuring public company read...
3 weeks ago
Associate Director, Regional Clinical Study Management
$143K - $193K *
Transform clinical operations by leading regional study delivery, ensuring quality and compliance while managing timelines and budgets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive study success a...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $165K *
Lead clinical data management efforts by overseeing project timelines, ensuring quality deliverables, and facilitating communication among stakeholders. Drive data integrity and compliance while mento...
1 week ago
$143K - $208K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead enterprise-wide manufacturing strategy, ensuring performance and scalability across multiple facilities while driving cross-functional collaboration and continuous impr...
Yesterday
Senior Director Government Programs
$154K - $196K *
Unlock potential by leading strategic government programs, managing P&L, and driving operational excellence. Oversee contract delivery, mentor staff, and foster client relationships to ensure growth a...
3 weeks ago
Appeals Medical Director - Remote
$248K - $373K *
Shape the future of healthcare by leading clinical reviews of appeals and grievances. Collaborate with medical directors and teams to enhance quality and access across various health plans while worki...
4 days ago
$210K - $250K *
Join a dynamic team to lead clinical operations, ensuring quality care and compliance across medical specialties. Collaborate with management and providers to enhance communication and operational eff...
1 week ago
$108K - $162K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing biomedical service operations. Lead a skilled team of technicians, ensuring high-quality support and customer satisfaction across the Pacific Northwest while...
3 weeks ago
Vice President, CMC Regulatory Affairs
$272K - $340K *
Elevate your career by leading CMC Regulatory strategy and execution. Drive submissions, build a high-performing team, and engage with global health authorities to ensure compliance and success in dru...
1 week ago
Director, AI Program Management
$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in overseeing strategic AI initiatives, ensuring effective execution, governance, and stakeholder collaboration across a global portfolio of AI programs and vendor relationships...
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Clinical Workforce Services Compensation Consultant
$101K - $142K *
Transform compensation consulting by developing and administering programs, analyzing market data, and providing expert guidance to clients, all while ensuring project deliverables are met in this dyn...
Reposted 1 week ago
Precision Oncology Director - Remote
$150K - $180K *
Unlock your potential by leading a high-performing sales team in precision oncology. Drive strategic initiatives, foster cross-functional collaboration, and enhance patient care through innovative sal...
2 weeks ago
$115K - $168K *
Lead the charge in federal grant management for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, overseeing compliance, budgeting, and operations. Collaborate across teams to ensure effective grant administration a...
3 weeks ago
Director or Senior Director of Translational Medicine
$235K - $310K *
Join a team that empowers translational medicine innovation in early-phase oncology, owning strategies from IND-enabling studies to proof of concept. Drive impactful biomarker integration and clinical...
Reposted 1 week ago
Director of Client Experience, Lab Network
$125K - $160K *
Drive client success in our lab network by managing relationships, ensuring renewals, and identifying growth opportunities. Collaborate across teams to enhance processes and improve client experiences...
1 week ago
21GRAMS- Associate Medical Strategy Director
$120K - $135K *
Join a team that shapes innovative medical strategies, driving excellence in healthcare content. Collaborate with experts, cultivate client relationships, and inspire teams to elevate project outcomes...
Reposted 1 week ago
Associate Director, Clinical Supply Chain (Remote)
$150K - $185K *
Architect comprehensive clinical supply strategies for global trials. Collaborate across functional teams to secure timely, compliant drug supply while managing risks and inventory effectively, ensuri...
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System Director IT Project Management - Information Systems Applications - FT - Day
$125K - $150K *
Join us to lead strategic initiatives in project and service management, enhancing portfolio visibility and governance across Information Systems. Drive operational excellence and foster collaboration...
3 weeks ago
$200K - $232K *
Unlock potential by leading legal reviews for promotional and medical materials. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and provide practical guidance in a fast-paced environment, supporting pr...
2 weeks ago
$115K - $140K *
Optimize customer engagement by designing connected experiences that bridge strategy and execution. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure seamless journey mapping, activation, and continuous improveme...
1 week ago
Associate Director, Analytical Development
$185K - $215K *
Take ownership of analytical development initiatives, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and high-quality documentation for multiple projects. Collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners...
Reposted today
$162K - $243K *
Shape the future of clinical research by leading cross-functional teams to optimize project delivery, ensuring quality and compliance while managing resources and budgets effectively across global cli...
5 days ago
Manager, Clinical Program Pharmacy
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading pharmacy operations, enhancing client engagement, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Oversee a team of clinical professionals to ensure high-quality pharmacy s...
6 days ago
What does a Director, Clinical do?
A Director, Clinical leads clinical teams, services, or programs. Responsibilities may include setting operational priorities, managing staff and budgets, improving quality, overseeing compliance, and collaborating with clinical and executive stakeholders.
What qualifications are typically required for Director, Clinical jobs?
Requirements depend on the specialty and employer. Many roles seek significant clinical or healthcare experience, leadership accomplishments, and a relevant degree or professional credential. Some positions also require expertise in research, quality improvement, or regulatory compliance.
Where do Director, Clinical professionals work?
Director, Clinical professionals may work in hospitals, health systems, biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, clinical research organizations, and other healthcare or life sciences organizations.
How can I find Director, Clinical jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Director, Clinical listings on Ladders, where vetted professional jobs pay $100,000 or more. Check individual postings for compensation, qualifications, location, and responsibilities.