Director, Clinical Jobs

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.

What Does a Director, Clinical Do?

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.

Qualifications and Skills

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.

Explore Director, Clinical Career Opportunities

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.

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$119K - $142K *

Join a team that's redefining digital operations by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing customer experiences, and driving growth in a fast-paced environment. Shape the future of MODAL Digital whi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$195K - $245K *

Champion AI strategy and implementation in healthcare, leading a team to deliver measurable value. Drive business development, client engagement, and practice growth while shaping innovative solutions...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$174K - $203K *

Empower clinical innovations by leading statistical strategies in oncology trials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design studies, analyze data, and support regulatory submissions, ensuring...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$82K - $126K *

Elevate clinical research by leading the Pre-Award team to ensure compliance, budget accuracy, and timely activation of trials while driving process improvements and maintaining high performance metri...

Tampa, FLRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$127K - $216K *

Champion risk adjustment initiatives by leading enterprise-wide programs, ensuring compliance and accuracy in data reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and enhance...

Tennessee, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$204K - $265K *

Pioneer patient support strategies to enhance onboarding and access for upcoming product launches. Drive program development, operations, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize patient and pro...

South San Francisco, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $150K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

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United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$145K - $172K *

Analyze operational challenges and drive strategic initiatives to enhance market performance. Collaborate with clinical leaders and partners to align objectives, ensuring accountability and continuous...

New Mexico, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $210K *

Lead evidence generation and scientific communications to support innovative gene therapy initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify evidence gaps and execute strategic plans, en...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Unlock operational excellence by leading multi-site Ambulatory Surgery Centers. Drive growth strategies, optimize performance, and foster strong partnerships with physician leaders while managing sign...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion a high-performing team by leading, coaching, and developing Directors of Admissions. Drive strategic initiatives to enhance patient access and improve admissions processes while ensuring comp...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$227K - $313K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic reimbursement initiatives, optimizing revenue cycles, and collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance patient access and billing processes in a dynamic heal...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Engage with a talented team to drive growth and innovation in pharma sales. Own the sales cycle from strategic prospecting to closing high-impact deals, while developing key relationships that enhance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Optimize healthcare operations by analyzing equipment utilization, reducing unnecessary rentals, and driving impactful process improvements through data-driven insights and strong partnerships with cl...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Transform the landscape of dental negotiations by leading strategic partnerships with payers, optimizing contracts, and driving revenue growth through data-driven insights and collaborative execution...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining People Operations by leading strategic initiatives in benefits, payroll, and automation. Drive impactful change while managing a high-performing team and collaborating ac...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $220K *

Champion operational excellence by overseeing centralized care delivery support services. Drive performance improvements, optimize workflows, and enhance patient access while collaborating with clinic...

Atlanta, GARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize supply chain operations, ensuring efficient medication delivery from pharmacy partners to patients. Oversee systems, processes, and a team to scale operations amidst ra...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$89K - $148K *

Drive your career with impactful consulting in healthcare, enhancing operational efficiency and financial performance for provider organizations through data analysis and project management...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $190K *

Join a team that's pioneering maritime awareness solutions by leading commercial sales in diverse sectors. Own the end-to-end sales pipeline, identify target verticals, and shape strategies to drive s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Manage and lead field-based medical teams, ensuring client delivery and team performance while fostering scientific engagement and program growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve st...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$247K - $309K *

Unlock potential by leading medical strategy for hematologic malignancies. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive evidence generation, stakeholder engagement, and launch readiness, ensuring impactful...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic partnerships by managing EHR relationships, driving pipeline growth, and enhancing co-sell motions. Collaborate with sales and marketing to optimize partner engagement and ensure measur...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$227K - $385K *

Elevate member care by overseeing utilization management and evaluating treatment appropriateness. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with clinical standards and regulations...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director, Clinical do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    Browse Director, Clinical listings on Ladders, where vetted professional jobs pay $100,000 or more. Check individual postings for compensation, qualifications, location, and responsibilities.