Regional Director of Clinical Operations (West Coast) - Remote

M3USA•Dallas, TX

6h•Remote

About The Position

M3 Wake Research is hiring a Regional Director to lead clinical operations across a region of its site network. The role oversees Site Directors and Site Managers, partners with principal investigators, and ensures sites meet enrollment, quality, and revenue goals. It is a hands-on leadership position focused on building accountable teams and keeping clinical trials running smoothly. The role is remote and requires up to 50% travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in science, nursing, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training will be considered.
7–10+ years of progressively responsible experience in clinical research or related operations.
Prior experience managing teams or site operations.
Clinical experience across two or more therapeutic areas.
Strong knowledge of FDA regulations, ICH-GCP, safety reporting, and investigational product handling.
Healthcare background in a line of business involving direct patient care and physician collaboration.
Ability to make financially sound, defensible business decisions.
Strong communication skills across sites, sponsors, CROs, and regulators.
Data-driven approach and a track record of developing and coaching talent.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of people management experience preferred.
Experience with multi-site networks, SMOs, TMOs, or hospital-owned physician networks preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop Site Directors and Site Managers, setting clear goals, KPIs, and expectations.
Serve as Interim Site Director or arrange coverage when a site is in transition.
Monitor site operations and performance metrics to improve efficiency, quality, enrollment, and protocol compliance.
Roll out network-wide processes, systems, and SOPs consistently across sites.
Partner with site leadership on budgeting, forecasting, FTE planning, and margin management.
Review financial and operational reports to identify risks and trends early.
Work with Marketing and Participant Recruitment to strengthen enrollment strategy and forecasting.
Support Business Development with feasibility input and site capability assessments.
Work with Quality, Regulatory, and Clinical Affairs on audit readiness and principal investigator oversight.
Build relationships with principal investigators and serve as the regional escalation point for investigator and sponsor concerns.
Support hiring, onboarding, and staffing decisions for site-level teams.
Lead mid-year and annual performance reviews for direct reports.