Director, Clinical Operations

Frontier Medicines•Boston, MA

About The Position

Frontier Medicines is seeking a Director, Clinical Operations Program Lead to drive the operational strategy and execution of a global oncology program as it advances through clinical development. This role will serve as the operational leader for the program, translating clinical and business strategy into high-quality, on-time study delivery across regions and partners. Working in close partnership with cross-functional leaders and global CROs, the Director will oversee program-level planning, risk mitigation, vendor management, and budget accountability while ensuring compliance with global regulatory standards. The ideal candidate brings deep oncology experience, strong global study oversight, and the ability to influence stakeholders, anticipate challenges, and deliver results in a dynamic biotech environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or work experience equivalent is required, preferably in a scientific field.
10+ years of Biotech/Pharma clinical research related experience
Strong vendor management and oversight experience
Strong experience in oncology
Proven ability in working on a global team in the management and completion of multiple, complex clinical studies
Competent in application of standard business procedures (SOPs, ICH, Global Regulations, Ethics and Compliance)
Integral participation in initiatives or advancement strategies for clinical operations
Experience in successful study initiation through study completion and in multiple phases of studies (Phases 1-3)
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Develop clinical operational strategy and ensure clinical research studies are executed with quality and efficiency, on-time, within budget, and to meet company objectives
Translate program strategy into operational execution by developing the clinical operations plan (or strategy) and connecting science with the business, operations, and patients
Identify and evaluate risks and mitigations at program level to achieve the program strategy.
Interact with and influence management and cross-functional team members to achieve program objectives and represent Clinical Operations at cross-functional meetings
Review and provide clinical operations content to clinical and regulatory documents
Manage overall external budget management
Execute clinical programs in compliance with quality standards (ICH/GCP, Global Regulations, and company policies and procedures)
Drive activities and find solutions to deliver on the program