Deputy Head of Clinical Operations

DBV Technologies•Bernards, VA

6d•$240,000 - $275,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Deputy Head of Clinical Operations supports the strategic and operational leadership of clinical programs and trial execution across the organization. This role partners closely with the Head of Clinical Operations to ensure studies are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with regulatory requirements, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and company quality standards. The Deputy Head will provide support, and leadership as needed, to Clinical Operations teams, drive process improvements, oversee vendor performance, and contribute to organizational growth and operational excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences required
15+ years of clinical operations experience in biopharma or life sciences
Significant experience managing global clinical trials across multiple phases
Prior leadership experience (people management required)
Deep knowledge of ICH-GCP and global regulatory requirements
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Proven ability to manage CROs and external partners
Strategic thinking with strong operational execution
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving biotech environment
Ability to balance strategic oversight with hands-on operational execution
Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
Commitment to patient-centric clinical trial delivery
Ability to influence across functions and levels
Curiosity: Keep on exploring uncharted territories. Always ask “why?” and more importantly “why not?”,
Courage: Take smart risks, mentor each other to always do better & be accountable for our choices, our opinions, and our actions,
Collaboration: Teamwork and spirit. Support each other and be equally involved in the achievement of our common goals,
Credibility: Be transparent, follow through and build trust. Educate ourselves about our unique technology.

Nice To Haves

advanced degree (MS, PhD, PharmD) preferred
Experience in immunology, allergy, or rare disease strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Support the oversight and execution of global clinical trials from study start-up through closeout.
Ensure clinical studies are conducted according to protocol, GCP, SOPs, regulatory requirements, and timelines.
Manage departmental budget; effectively managing change orders and out of scope work.
Monitor study progress, enrollment, quality metrics, and operational risks.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Data Management, Biostatistics, and Pharmacovigilance.
Act as deputy to the Head of Clinical Operations during periods of absence.
Assist in developing and implementing Clinical Operations strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
Drive operational planning, resource allocation, and budget management for clinical programs.
Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful study delivery.
Contribute to portfolio planning and operational feasibility assessments.
Ensure vendor deliverables meet quality, timeline, and budget expectations.
Participate in vendor selection, contracting, and governance processes.
Ensure inspection readiness across clinical programs.
Support internal audits and regulatory inspections.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of SOPs, processes, and quality systems.