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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$145K - $288K *

Shape the future of finance by leading transformation initiatives, modernizing technology stacks, and integrating AI to enhance operational efficiency across multiple finance domains with measurable b...

Durham, NCRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Advance patient and referrer engagement by leading strategic initiatives that enhance healthcare experiences, strengthen relationships, and drive service improvements across multiple teams and functio...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

Yesterday

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

$254K - $382K *

Pioneer innovative clinical strategies as a senior medical leader, driving excellence in study execution and client engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance patient care and oper...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$192K - $269K *

Lead the charge in shaping data foundations for AI products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to build reliable data workflows and actionable insights that enhance decision-making and product...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$247K - $334K *

Transform the safety profile of products by leading strategic assessments, guiding clinical teams, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards throughout the product lifecycle. Collaborate acros...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Champion your career by leading a dedicated therapy team focused on enhancing patient independence and quality of life. Collaborate with clinical leaders to drive exceptional care and foster a support...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient independence and quality of life. Lead a dynamic therapy team, fostering collaboration and excellence in rehabilitation for adults and geriatrics whil...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Make your mark at the forefront of healthcare operations by leading the strategic oversight and growth of urgent care and occupational health, ensuring exceptional service delivery, compliance, and co...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care while leading a collaborative clinic environment. This role combines clinical excellence with strategic leadership to foster communi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Elevate patient services by providing strategic leadership and operational oversight in a clinical setting, ensuring exceptional customer service, staff development, and compliance with regulatory sta...

1 week ago

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

$250K - $342K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of medical strategy, spearheading core deliverables for pipeline molecules while leading cross-functional collaborations in neuroscience and psychiatry. Drive impa...

California, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading a global Deal Center of Excellence, enhancing strategic partnerships and commercial capabilities across the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors, while driving sustaina...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$176K - $209K *

Join a dynamic leadership team to drive strategic cancer care initiatives, enhance patient outcomes, and foster partnerships across the Central Region. Lead operational excellence and innovation in a...

Newmarket, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

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

$120K - $145K *

Transform client services in market research by driving growth, building enduring relationships, and elevating delivery standards while expanding business opportunities in the life sciences sector thr...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Drive the charge in clinical trial management by overseeing site operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering a high-performing team. Lead daily activities, manage budgets, and maintain data integri...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive clinical trial success by overseeing site operations, managing staff, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize performance and foster a patien...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Lead transformative behavioral health initiatives, overseeing program performance, compliance, and staff management. Collaborate with key partners to enhance client outcomes and ensure quality assuran...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Inspire behavioral health excellence by overseeing program performance, coordinating activities, and fostering partnerships. Lead a dedicated team to enhance client outcomes and ensure compliance whil...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$276K - $500K+*

Lead the charge in clinical excellence by overseeing programs, enhancing patient care, and guiding a dedicated team. Collaborate with staff to innovate and evaluate services that meet the needs of div...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$276K - $500K+*

Lead the charge in shaping clinical excellence and oversight at a dynamic healthcare organization. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance patient care, drive program innovation, and ensure complian...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of academic excellence by leading a collaborative team to enhance student outcomes, drive compliance, and manage educational initiatives across multiple campuses, ensuring quality and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $230K *

Unlock innovative approaches in Translational Medicine, leading biomarker strategies to bridge the gap between clinical research and development, and shaping impactful initiatives to advance drug effi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $250K *

Join our team to lead clinical reviews of member appeals, ensuring compliance and timely determinations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance healthcare delivery and uphold high standard...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Join our Medical Management team to lead clinical reviews of member appeals, ensuring compliance and timely determinations across Medicare and Commercial lines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Lead clinical reviews of member appeals, ensuring compliance and timely determinations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance organizational initiatives and uphold medical policies while...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.