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.
$261K - $391K *
Shape the future of oncology clinical research by leading pivotal trials, ensuring regulatory compliance, and guiding strategic medical initiatives within a collaborative global team...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Assistant Regional Director of Clinical Services
$155K - $160K *
Advance your career by leading nursing clinical programs focused on Infection Control and Disease Prevention. Collaborate with facilities to ensure compliance with regulations and enhance nursing stan...
Today
Mgr, ITS Clinical Applications / ITS Clinical Care Systems
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in optimizing clinical software solutions, managing a dedicated team to enhance healthcare delivery. Oversee application lifecycles, ensuring alignment with clinician needs and operati...
2 weeks ago
Medical Director Medical Policy, CMS/MA
$180K - $220K *
Unlock potential by leading clinical programs and developing policies that enhance healthcare delivery. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective utilization management and provide expert guidance ac...
5 days ago
Mgr, ITS Clinical Applications / ITS Clinical Care Systems
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in optimizing clinical software solutions, managing a talented team to enhance healthcare delivery. Oversee application lifecycles, ensuring alignment with clinician needs and operatio...
2 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Patient Engagement, Oncology
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's redefining oncology recruitment marketing by leading innovative strategies across multiple sites, enhancing patient engagement, and driving enrollment efficiency through targeted ca...
3 weeks ago
Nursing Director Of Inpatient Operations
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of inpatient nursing operations by providing strategic leadership and ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care across diverse clinical settings. Collaborate with interdisciplinary...
5 days ago
Director/Sr. Director, Quality Assurance Operations
$170K - $240K *
Drive excellence in Quality Assurance by overseeing the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with global cGMP regulations, and fostering a high-performance culture to deliver transformative...
5 days ago
Associate Director, Clinical Supply Project Manager - Program - Hybrid
$142K - $224K *
Transform the clinical supply landscape by leading strategic planning and execution for clinical trials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of supplies, manage risks, an...
1 week ago
$90K *
Join a mission-driven team as a key leader in clinic operations, ensuring compliance and enhancing patient engagement. Collaborate with staff to deliver high-quality services and support clinical supe...
3 days ago
Associate Director Clinical Data Management Program Lead
$157K - $256K *
Elevate your career by leading clinical data management activities across programs, ensuring quality and timelines while collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders to drive impactful results in...
1 week ago
Associate Director Clinical Data Management Program Lead
$157K - $256K *
Transform clinical data management by leading strategic initiatives across programs, ensuring quality and efficiency while collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders to drive impactful results...
1 week ago
Associate Director Clinical Data Management Program Lead
$157K - $256K *
Lead the strategic management of clinical data activities, ensuring quality and timelines while collaborating with teams and vendors to drive impactful results in a fast-paced, science-driven environm...
1 week ago
Associate Director Clinical Data Management Program Lead
$157K - $256K *
Drive the success of clinical data management deliverables, ensuring effective communication, oversight of timelines and budgets, and mentoring team members while maintaining high standards and readin...
1 week ago
Associate Director Clinical Data Management Program Lead
$157K - $256K *
Champion the success of clinical data management deliverables, ensuring effective communication, oversight of timelines and budgets, and mentorship of team members while driving best practices and reg...
1 week ago
Associate Director Clinical Data Management Program Lead
$157K - $256K *
Join a dynamic team to lead clinical data management deliverables, ensuring program success through proactive communication, expert guidance, and effective resource management while mentoring team mem...
1 week ago
Associate Director Clinical Data Management Program Lead
$157K - $256K *
Lead and inspire the success of clinical data management deliverables, ensuring adherence to standards and best practices. Collaborate with teams to manage timelines, budgets, and quality metrics whil...
1 week ago
$210K - $250K *
Empower women’s health initiatives by overseeing comprehensive medical services in a correctional facility. Collaborate closely with diverse healthcare providers to deliver evidence-based care and sup...
Reposted 1 week ago
$180K - $220K *
Transform healthcare delivery by overseeing comprehensive medical services for women, ensuring high standards of care for marginalized populations, coordinating with specialists, and leading quality i...
Reposted 1 week ago
$227K - $341K *
Lead the strategic development and continuous improvement of clinical programs, focusing on optimizing patient care across the continuum. Oversee a multidisciplinary team to enhance outcomes, reduce h...
5 days ago
Clinic Director - Physical Therapist
$130K *
Transform the future of patient care by leading a new clinic, inspiring a dedicated team, and fostering community connections while delivering exceptional therapy services...
5 days ago
Clinic Director - Physical Therapist
$130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to building a thriving clinic while leading a passionate group of professionals. Drive patient care excellence and foster community connections in a supportive environment...
5 days ago
Assistant Director Patient Navigation
$123K - $215K *
Optimize patient transitions from inpatient care to community settings by overseeing operations, managing staff, and collaborating with healthcare affiliates to enhance care quality and efficiency whi...
Reposted today
$95K - $120K *
Unlock potential by driving medical research and strategic communications. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure scientific accuracy and propel brand objectives, shaping innovative solutions in...
Reposted 4 days ago
Director - Utilization Review - Full-time
$100K - $120K *
Elevate patient care by overseeing utilization management, ensuring compliance, and enhancing operational efficiency. Lead a dedicated team to optimize reimbursement and promote satisfaction in a dyna...
5 days 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.