Clinical Research Director Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Clinical research operations and study management
• Regulatory requirements and compliance
• Clinical procedures and trial execution
• Sponsor communication and relationship management
• Project management principles
• Human resources and team leadership practices
• Operational performance management and KPI oversight
• Bachelor’s degree, specialized degree, or equivalent relevant education and experience preferred.
• 7–10 years of experience in the clinical research industry.
• 5+ years of experience in a supervisory or management leadership role.
• Proven experience managing clinical research operations, site performance, and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate study startup performance to support successful trial activation, revenue generation, and future business growth.
• Assess site revenue performance and provide strategic recommendations to achieve financial goals.
• Hold sites accountable for appropriate scheduling, recruitment strategies, and operational execution to meet or exceed recruitment and revenue targets.
• Provide oversight to ensure sites are appropriately staffed, trained, and prepared to meet study conduct requirements.
• Ensure sites maintain appropriate resources, equipment, and operational readiness for successful study execution.
• Monitor site compliance with contractual requirements, including completion of study visits, EDC entry, query resolution, and required documentation.
• Serve as a clinical research resource to support sites with operational and study-related questions.
• Ensure sites are conducting quality control activities and partner with Quality Assurance (QA) as needed for audits, inspections, and quality initiatives.
• Collaborate with site managers and Principal Investigators to ensure appropriate investigator coverage and study support.
• Communicate site goals, expectations, and performance metrics with managers and investigators.
• Track and report site performance, progress, challenges, and business risks to the Executive Director and/or COO.
• Develop and implement solutions to mitigate operational and business risks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.