Vice President, Clinical Operations Jobs

Explore Vice President, Clinical Operations opportunities on Ladders, where experienced professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. These senior leaders guide the planning and delivery of clinical research and healthcare operations, helping organizations advance programs while maintaining quality, compliance, and patient focus.

What Does a Vice President of Clinical Operations Do?

A Vice President of Clinical Operations sets strategic direction for clinical teams and programs. Responsibilities may include overseeing clinical trial portfolios, managing timelines and budgets, building high-performing teams, and coordinating with research, medical, regulatory, and commercial leaders. The role often includes monitoring operational performance and ensuring work follows applicable regulations, protocols, and quality standards.

Skills and Experience Employers Look For

Employers commonly seek substantial experience leading clinical operations, along with a strong understanding of clinical research processes and regulatory requirements. Useful strengths include strategic planning, team development, budget management, vendor oversight, risk assessment, and clear communication with executive stakeholders. Requirements vary by organization, therapeutic area, and the scope of its clinical programs.

Find Vice President, Clinical Operations Roles on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted senior-level opportunities that meet the site's $100,000 salary threshold. Compare roles by employer, location, and responsibilities to identify positions that align with your leadership background and career goals. Job availability and compensation details vary by listing.

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$130K - $150K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing fiscal success and strategy for multiple ambulatory clinics, ensuring compliance and delivering exceptional patient care while managing a dynamic team toward...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$275K - $330K *

Champion the strategic oversight of global clinical operations, ensuring timely execution and compliance of clinical trials. Lead and mentor a high-performing team while managing relationships with CR...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Transform clinical operations by leading teams to enhance patient care, streamline workflows, and ensure compliance. Collaborate with physicians and staff to drive quality improvements and optimize re...

2 days ago

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

$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...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of clinical services by leading strategic initiatives and driving performance improvements in a dynamic health care environment. Collaborate across teams to optimize outcomes for dive...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Transform service delivery by leading high-performance teams, ensuring client satisfaction, and driving strategic initiatives. Collaborate across departments to enhance practice management and achieve...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $190K *

Join a team that's transforming behavioral health care delivery through innovative leadership and strategic oversight. Drive operational excellence and improve client outcomes across multiple sites wh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Drive strategic leadership in quality improvement and clinical transformation initiatives across community health centers, enhancing patient outcomes and operational performance while fostering a cult...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$270K - $280K *

Join a team that's driving clinical excellence by overseeing trial execution, managing timelines, budgets, and CROs. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and quality while mentoring team...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Oversee clinical operations and patient care services in hospice, ensuring compliance and quality. Lead interdisciplinary teams, drive improvements, and mentor staff to enhance end-of-life care in a s...

Today

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

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's redefining hospice care by overseeing clinical operations, enhancing patient outcomes, and leading interdisciplinary teams. This role is pivotal in driving quality and compliance wi...

Today

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

$100K - $120K *

Empower residents' health by providing clinical leadership and supervision in a skilled nursing facility. Ensure compliance with medical regulations, oversee quality improvement initiatives, and manag...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$210K - $230K *

Manage and lead clinical operations for trials, ensuring strategic execution from start to finish. Oversee cross-functional teams, vendor relationships, and compliance with regulatory standards while...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

Reimagine operational excellence as you lead multi-state ASC strategies, drive growth initiatives, and enhance clinical performance. Collaborate with leadership to optimize patient care and achieve ma...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Empower healthcare innovation by leading clinical applications, ensuring systems are reliable and user-friendly. Collaborate with teams to enhance care delivery, optimize workflows, and drive strategi...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by leading operations in a dynamic correctional healthcare environment. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery and ensure compliance while fostering p...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and scale clinical operations, overseeing performance and process optimization. Build accountable teams, manage metrics, and partner with stakeholders to enhance operationa...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing clinical operations by managing research staff, ensuring compliance, and enhancing study performance. Collaborate across departments to meet milestones and deliver qualit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Make your mark at the forefront of clinical operations, driving global studies from strategy to execution while ensuring operational integration across teams and vendors for successful Phase 3 program...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Empower a network of clinicians by owning clinical operations, ensuring high standards, safety protocols, and effective communication, while also maintaining a small caseload to stay engaged with fron...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Transform clinical operations by leading patient care delivery, optimizing workflows, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Drive educational excellence and support financial sustainability within a dyn...

3 weeks ago

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

$176K - $220K *

Transform clinical development with strategic leadership to execute Phase 3 trials. Drive operational excellence, manage cross-functional collaboration, and shape innovative processes to elevate globa...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as a senior leader overseeing multi-program HUB services to ensure excellence in service delivery, compliance, and innovations across various therapeutic areas. Drive strategy and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $225K *

Champion exceptional member experiences by leading operations and care teams. Design scalable systems that ensure consistent quality across all interactions, driving efficiency and accountability in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $225K *

Drive operational excellence by leading care team operations and enhancing member experiences. Build scalable systems and processes to ensure consistent, high-quality interactions across all touchpoin...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Vice President of Clinical Operations do?question toggle

    A Vice President of Clinical Operations leads the strategy and execution of clinical programs or research operations. Duties may include overseeing trials, teams, budgets, timelines, vendors, and operational quality.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Vice President, Clinical Operations jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for extensive clinical operations leadership experience, knowledge of clinical research and regulatory requirements, and a record of managing teams and complex programs.

  • What is the salary for a Vice President of Clinical Operations?question toggle

    Compensation depends on the employer, location, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more; review each listing for its specific compensation details.

  • Where can I find Vice President, Clinical Operations jobs?question toggle

    You can explore vetted Vice President, Clinical Operations listings on Ladders and filter opportunities by factors such as location and employer when those options are available.