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.
Experienced Clinical Project Manager - Inflammation (Sponsor Dedicated/ Remote- US only)
$110K - $130K *
Optimize clinical trial execution by independently managing all phases of a complex Phase 2b inflammation study. Collaborate cross-functionally, ensure adherence to timelines, and drive operational ex...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Clinical Applications Support Specialist
$90K - $105K *
Optimize healthcare support by serving as the primary contact for clinical application issues. Collaborate with clinicians and IT teams to troubleshoot, educate, and resolve technical challenges, ensu...
3 weeks ago
Experienced Clinical Project Manager - Inflammation (Sponsor Dedicated/ Remote- US only)
$110K - $130K *
Lead the execution of a complex Phase 2b inflammation study. Engage cross-functional teams, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met while managing risks. Thrive in a fast-paced environment, direct...
Reposted 1 week ago
Director, Audit Transformation
$150K - $180K *
Join a team that's redefining audit practices by leading the transition to an agentic operating model. Collaborate across functions to innovate audit methodologies and drive transformation for clients...
3 weeks ago
Director, Business Development
$150K - $180K *
Transform your career by driving new business growth in enterprise accounts. Leverage your expertise in IT sales to identify key opportunities, build trusted relationships, and deliver strategic solut...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Principal Scientist, Process Chemistry
$165K - $185K *
Lead drug substance activities in process chemistry, driving projects from early to late phases. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful manufacturing and regulatory submissions...
2 weeks ago
Senior Director, Commercial Operations
$215K - $235K *
Pioneer comprehensive commercial operations by designing, implementing, and optimizing pricing and deal negotiation processes. Drive ongoing analytics and continuous improvement, ensuring success in a...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Manager, Client Strategy & Operations
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's focused on enhancing client delivery and relationship growth. Drive data-driven strategies and cross-functional collaboration to optimize post-sale operations, ensuring exceptional...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Field Medical Science Liaison, Carolinas
$133K - $213K *
Lead the charge in engaging key opinion leaders and healthcare providers, delivering scientific insights and fostering collaboration within the immunology and dermatology fields to enhance clinical pr...
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Regional Medical Lead - Great Lakes
$209K - $313K *
Lead regional medical strategy by fostering key stakeholder relationships, optimizing patient-centric initiatives, and ensuring alignment with business goals to enhance healthcare outcomes and collabo...
1 week ago
VP, In Vitro - Scientific Operations
$180K - $220K *
Transform global in vitro scientific operations by leading expansive teams and driving innovation across oncology and immunology studies. Ensure operational excellence, harmonize multi-site workflows...
Reposted 1 week ago
Section Chief, Abdominal / Body Imaging
$300K - $350K *
Transform your career by leading a national body imaging service line, optimizing workflows, and enhancing clinical quality standards while mentoring a dedicated team of radiologists across multiple l...
1 week ago
$158K - $199K *
Unlock potential by leading global client strategies, driving growth and retention through trusted relationships and innovative solutions. Leverage your expertise to enhance client value and execute a...
1 week ago
$144K - $184K *
Lead the strategy execution for key global clients, driving client value, retention, and new business growth while cultivating trust-based relationships with senior leaders and maximizing account pote...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Group Director, Omnichannel & Media Strategy
$175K - $200K *
Lead and evolve omnichannel strategy across diverse clients and brands, driving integrated customer experiences that align with business objectives while enhancing strategic capabilities in a dynamic...
1 week ago
Sr Manager, Global Regulatory Affairs (AI/ML)
$150K - $180K *
Unlock potential by guiding global regulatory strategies for innovative AI/ML healthcare solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to navigate complex regulations while balancing innovation and patien...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Director, Market & Network Strategy
$163K - $214K *
Lead the charge in defining strategic market presence and network design. Drive investment decisions by analyzing demand, competition, and demographics to optimize facility configurations across multi...
4 days ago
Vice President, Revenue Cycle Management
$202K - $250K *
Elevate the Personal Care department by driving strategic billing and claims initiatives, optimizing processes for accuracy and compliance, and leading a high-performing team to achieve operational ex...
3 days ago
Associate Director, Strategy & Operations
$179K - $248K *
Lead the charge in operationalizing strategy and driving cross-division initiatives. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to enhance efficiency and client satisfaction in a fast-paced corporate travel...
3 weeks ago
Facilities Management Director
$190K - $220K *
Drive exceptional service delivery and operational excellence as you lead a high-performing facilities management team across multiple locations, focusing on customer satisfaction and financial perfor...
Reposted 3 days ago
Sr. Manager, Central Monitoring, Data Analysis
$120K - $145K *
Drive impactful data analysis and risk management for global clinical trials, interpreting complex data to identify trends and risks. Lead cross-functional teams in enhancing study quality and patient...
1 week ago
Sr. Director, Market Chief Financial Officer (Must Live in New York)
$135K - $237K *
Join a team that fosters financial leadership and strategic excellence by providing key support to market leaders, ensuring transparent reporting, and driving business success through collaboration an...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Global Patient Safety Business Excellence, Senior Manager
$140K - $190K *
Lead the charge in driving business excellence initiatives across Global Patient Safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance project management, governance, and operational effectivenes...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Senior Program Director (Independent Living Supports, Shared Living & Remote Supports)
$86K - $87K *
Lead the charge in strategic oversight and operational direction across multiple service areas, ensuring compliance and quality improvement while fostering a culture of person-centered care and team d...
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$92K - $167K *
Unlock potential by designing innovative business applications and systems solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure database integrity, security, and scalability while managing tec...
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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.