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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$150K - $190K *

Champion medical strategy excellence by leading insights, planning, and client relations across multiple accounts. Collaborate with leadership to drive growth and innovation while ensuring strategic a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming lives through expert mental health care. Lead psychological service programs, supervise professionals, and ensure compliance with standards while enhancing...

3 weeks ago

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

$180K - $220K *

Shape the future of geriatric care by providing clinical leadership and oversight. Drive quality improvement initiatives, mentor medical staff, and ensure exceptional outcomes for older adults in a co...

2 weeks ago

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

$240K - $305K *

Champion innovative mental health care by leading a diverse team, enhancing patient services, and advancing education in a collaborative environment focused on LGBTQ+ and HIV/AIDS communities...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$217K - $264K *

Unlock potential by leading Precision Medicine initiatives, overseeing diagnostic development and validation, and collaborating across teams to enhance patient selection and commercial success in ther...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$244K - $295K *

Champion Precision Medicine initiatives by leading diagnostic development and validation efforts. Collaborate across teams to align strategies, enhance patient selection, and drive commercial success...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $115K *

Champion exceptional hospice care by leading operations and clinical services, ensuring compliance and quality while fostering team development and community engagement to meet patient and family need...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Engage in a leadership role to oversee hospice operations, ensuring exceptional patient care and regulatory compliance while fostering team development and community partnerships for growth and succes...

3 weeks ago

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

$184K - $245K *

Join a dynamic team to lead field marketing efforts, engaging Key Opinion Leaders and enhancing patient advocacy. Drive strategic initiatives and foster relationships within the healthcare community t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$222K - $371K *

Empower your career as you lead clinical development in hepatology, driving innovative strategies and ensuring regulatory compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver transformative...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$222K - $371K *

Lead the charge in clinical development for liver diseases, driving innovative strategies and ensuring regulatory compliance. Collaborate across teams to deliver impactful studies and advance transfor...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$222K - $371K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming cancer care through innovative clinical development. As a key medical expert, you'll oversee study design, ensure patient safety, and collaborate with cros...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $90K *

Elevate patient admissions by overseeing processes, enhancing community engagement, and driving referral growth. Foster relationships with key sources while ensuring timely follow-ups and achieving or...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$240K - $328K *

Shape the future of medical affairs by developing strategic plans, driving data generation, and fostering key relationships. Collaborate across functions to enhance understanding and communication of...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing emergency services by optimizing clinical operations, improving patient care delivery, and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation within a dynami...

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

$115K - $145K *

Lead clinical research projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and timelines. Collaborate with teams and sponsors, manage study functions, and drive effective communication to achieve trial mil...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$161K - $269K *

Shape the future of medical drug contracting by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing client relationships, and driving innovative solutions across health plans and employer groups while managing a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$161K - $269K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative medical drug contracting solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance client relationships and drive growth across health plans and employer...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$161K - $269K *

Lead the development of innovative medical drug contracting solutions, collaborating with internal and external partners to enhance offerings for Health Plans and Employer Groups, while driving client...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $125K *

Drive clinical operations and growth by leading a high-performing behavioral health team. Oversee quality, compliance, and performance metrics while fostering partnerships and expanding service offeri...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$118K - $169K *

Champion the delivery of exceptional nursing care by overseeing operations, staff management, and quality assurance in a skilled nursing facility. Drive improvements in patient outcomes while fosterin...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Empower a skilled team of Physical Therapists while overseeing operations, ensuring top-quality patient care and support. Join a collaborative environment focused on leadership, mentorship, and profes...

4 weeks ago

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

$85K - $95K *

Lead the administration and management of clinical services, ensuring efficient operations and compliance across residential programs. Oversee staff, budgets, and client satisfaction while maintaining...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$188K - $222K *

Empower clinical innovation by leading the development of hematology programs, ensuring scientific integrity and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive successful clinical...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$188K - $222K *

Champion clinical development initiatives by providing scientific leadership and strategic oversight for Hematology programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and quality i...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.