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.
$225K - $250K *
Lead the charge in optimizing healthcare operations across multiple sites, managing a diverse team to enhance profitability and efficiency while fostering strategic relationships with C-suite executiv...
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Director, Sourcing & Procurement
$190K - $237K *
Optimize sourcing strategies and procurement processes for clinical operations, ensuring effective vendor management and governance across global clinical trials. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...
2 weeks ago
Director - Portfolio Valuation & Decision Analysis
$112K - $236K *
Drive strategic decision-making by evaluating investment alternatives and lifecycle opportunities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize portfolio value and support program planning thro...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Elevate client integration projects by leading implementation of Prancer RTSM/Admin systems. Engage with clients, manage project activities, and resolve issues while ensuring high-quality standards in...
2 weeks ago
Director, Strategic Advisory Services - Theranostics, Radiopharmaceuticals, and Oncology
$156K - $235K *
Accelerate your career by leading Theranostics initiatives within a national healthcare advisory team. Collaborate with executives to enhance patient outcomes and operational performance through strat...
5 days ago
Director of Enrichment Programs
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of enrichment programs by driving strategy, execution, and operational excellence across multiple sites, ensuring impactful experiences for families and children while achieving finan...
2 days ago
Associate Dean Academic Affairs - BSN Online Program Mentor
$70K - $142K *
Lead the charge in enhancing academic operations and faculty performance, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards while fostering student success through strategic curriculum development and...
2 weeks ago
NeuroPsych Executive Sales Director, Northwest Zone
$255K - $348K *
Champion a high-performing field sales organization to drive sustainable growth across specialty therapeutic areas. Inspire accountability and resilience while enhancing patient outcomes through strat...
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Director, Industry Practice Lead - Corporate Enterprise
$160K - $200K *
Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on transforming corporate learning. As a senior leader, you'll drive strategic initiatives, engage with top executives, and shape the future of wo...
1 week ago
Sr. Director, Digital Innovation Partnerships
$181K - $261K *
Lead transformation initiatives by aligning digital innovation with strategic goals, fostering external partnerships, and driving opportunity assessment for impactful business solutions...
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Epidemiologist, Real-World Evidence (Remote US)
$95K - $115K *
Drive impactful healthcare decisions by leveraging real-world data expertise. Collaborate with clients to evaluate and analyze RWD for regulatory assessments, ensuring high-quality evidence generation...
2 weeks ago
VP, Content Expert, Market Access
$160K - $200K *
Shape the future of market access strategy by integrating payer, provider, and patient perspectives. Lead cross-functional teams to develop impactful strategies that enhance therapy positioning and su...
5 days ago
Associate Director, Regulatory Science
$177K - $221K *
Champion regulatory excellence by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance, and driving successful oncology drug development through strategic planning and expert guidance...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive healthcare transformation by leading advanced consulting initiatives, enhancing delivery systems, and improving health outcomes. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to implement strategic...
2 weeks ago
Director, Head of Project Execution, Digital Technologies
$120K - $145K *
Innovate digital experiences by leading project execution across technology portfolios. Collaborate with business and tech leaders to drive priorities, enhance capabilities, and deliver exceptional me...
2 weeks ago
Experienced Clinical Research Associate - Sponsor Dedicated
$80K - $100K *
Drive the success of clinical trials by overseeing compliance with regulations and protocols. Engage in site management, monitor data integrity, and ensure patient safety while collaborating with site...
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Experienced Clinical Research Associate - Sponsor Dedicated
$100K - $120K *
Elevate clinical research integrity by overseeing study compliance and monitoring data from sites. Utilize regulatory guidelines and analytics to identify issues, collaborate with teams, and enhance q...
Reposted 1 week ago
Experienced Clinical Research Associate - Sponsor Dedicated
$80K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring clinical study integrity through comprehensive monitoring and compliance. Manage site activities, engage with teams, and uphold regulatory standards to drive s...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Experienced Clinical Research Associate - Sponsor Dedicated
$80K - $100K *
Optimize clinical monitoring processes by ensuring regulatory compliance and data integrity in research studies. Collaborate with site teams for effective project management and support trial excellen...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Payment Integrity Clinical Readmission Manager
$73K - $125K *
Transform clinical review processes by conducting thorough prepayment and post-payment assessments of inpatient admissions. Leverage your expertise to ensure compliance, support appeals, and enhance q...
2 weeks ago
Director, Scientific Communications - Medical Content (Sparsentan)
$189K - $246K *
Join a dynamic team to lead medical content strategy and delivery, ensuring scientific accuracy and compliance. Collaborate across functions to create impactful communications that align with medical...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $160K *
Lead the future of enterprise implementations in the medical device sector. Own end-to-end project delivery, ensuring rigorous management of scope, timelines, and client relationships while adapting p...
2 weeks ago
Sr Area Business Director, West
$160K - $190K *
Lead the charge in driving growth by managing a high-performing sales team, collaborating across functions, and executing strategic initiatives to enhance commercial success in the Hematology sector...
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$80K *
Empower clients by managing complex care needs through remote case management, ensuring access to high-quality treatment and support. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client engagem...
2 weeks ago
Director, Customer Success Onboarding
$120K - $145K *
Lead the onboarding function for diverse customer segments, managing a team to ensure a seamless transition from contract to go-live. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes and drive cust...
2 weeks 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.