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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$85K - $110K *

Lead client relationships in healthcare services, ensuring satisfaction and efficient communication. Oversee account management, resolve issues, and collaborate with teams to enhance service delivery...

Jacksonville, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading the Sponsored Programs division to enhance funding levels and proposal output. Oversee financial management, develop policies, and ensure compliance while fostering collabo...

Miami, FLRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$173K - $216K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a diverse team focused on enhancing system reliability and availability through effective processes, project support, and proactive risk mitigation...

California, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$148K - $175K *

Unlock your potential as a Director, leveraging insights and expertise to guide clients in navigating complex SaaS negotiations and market trends, while driving impactful strategies that enhance busin...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $147K *

Drive clinical project performance by leading teams in the execution of research trials. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure operational excellence, manage budgets, and mitigate risks while foster...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Advance financial operations by managing project finance teams, enhancing reporting processes, and supporting month-end close activities. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate revenue recog...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Advance your career by managing financial operations for project teams, enhancing reporting accuracy, and leading financial analysis to support clinical trials and strategic decision-making...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform healthcare initiatives by leading projects from inception to completion. Coordinate teams, manage timelines, and ensure clear communication to drive organizational priorities and deliver mea...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $135K *

Lead the technology strategy for a dynamic software development team, overseeing modernization efforts and AI integration across multiple product lines. Foster innovation, accountability, and continuo...

Georgia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Analyze complex data and drive solutions as a Business Analyst in the public sector. Leverage your expertise in pension systems to identify issues and enhance processes, ensuring effective communicati...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the Washington operations center to drive revenue growth, optimize staffing, and enhance client relations. Ensure high-quality service delivery while managing performance metrics and overseeing o...

Seattle, WARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $220K *

Lead the charge in building and managing a comprehensive reinsurance data pipeline while developing sophisticated models for pricing, reserving, and capital optimization. Collaborate with cross-functi...

Stamford, CTRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer exceptional mental health care by delivering personalized, evidence-based psychotherapy to older adults in a fully remote, supportive environment, maximizing flexibility and clinical autonomy...

Minnesota, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate growth in the Life Sciences sector by leading sales teams, strategizing market approaches, and fostering strong client relationships to achieve ambitious sales goals and drive overall busin...

Michigan, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic strategy team to analyze oncology and specialty care initiatives, building models and providing insights that guide leadership decisions across various commercial segments...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$89K - $134K *

Engage with clients by managing strategic account plans, driving growth initiatives, and enhancing relationships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver client-focused solutions, ensuring...

North Carolina, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $140K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role in clinical support, training surgical teams, and ensuring optimal patient outcomes in complex procedures. Collaborate closely with medical professionals, manage i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $115K *

Empower a high-performing team to enhance customer trial experiences, driving strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration. Lead with data-driven insights to optimize processes and ensure excepti...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to drive integrated marketing strategies that enhance brand visibility and support business growth through innovative campaigns, digital activation, and thought leadership across m...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $95K *

Transform client relationships by leading strategic projects, ensuring quality and alignment across teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive success and meet client expectations while fostering g...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $156K *

Elevate strategic decision-making by managing integrated program plans, ensuring accurate portfolio data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced...

Cambridge, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Advance your career by driving market intelligence and product strategy for RUO oncology and transplant products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer relationships and ensure s...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$174K - $200K *

Drive product strategy and execution for a leading Patient Charting software line. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, build customer relationships, and oversee product lifecycle to ensure revenu...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $193K *

Lead and oversee clinical research activities across multiple sites, ensuring compliance and efficient operations throughout all study phases while collaborating with site staff to drive success in on...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$220K - $290K *

Accelerate the development of autonomous systems by leading systems engineering strategies, aligning cross-functional teams, and ensuring rigorous safety and performance standards throughout the produ...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.