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$160,500–$305,000/yr
US

  • Provide operational leadership for clinical research programs, developing strategies for timelines, enrollment, and risk mitigation.
  • Manage external budgets up to $200 million and lead cross-functional innovation initiatives for process improvement.
  • Mentor and develop clinical operations staff, including supervision of 4–15 study managers and up to 30 indirect reports.

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$100,000–$140,000/yr
US 3w PTO

  • Lead and oversee complex clinical trial operations from initiation through closeout.
  • Serve as primary operational contact for industry-sponsored trials, ensuring quality and compliance.
  • Mentor clinical operations managers and drive process improvements across projects.

This is a clinical research organization managing industry-sponsored trials and providing endpoint and specialty services. It emphasizes collaboration, flexibility, and operational excellence in a remote-first environment.

US 3w PTO

  • Lead the development and execution of industry-sponsored research and quality improvement programs.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive strategic partnerships and evidence generation.
  • Oversee project budgets, timelines, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery.

The American Heart Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke through research, education, and advocacy. It is a large national organization with a culture focused on work-life harmonization and employee well-being.

US

  • Lead, coach, and develop Site Directors and Site Managers with clear goals, KPIs, and expectations.
  • Monitor site operations and performance metrics to improve quality, enrollment, and protocol compliance.
  • Partner with site leadership on budgeting, forecasting, FTE planning, and margin management.

M3 Wake Research is a network of clinical research sites for pharma, biotech, and device companies. It has nearly 30 U.S. sites and 7,000+ completed trials, making it one of the largest independent multi-site clinical research companies.

$143,000–$175,000/yr
US

  • Manage planning, execution, and oversight of clinical trials across all phases of development.
  • Act as operational lead ensuring milestones are met on time, within budget, and in compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally and manage external partners with minimal oversight.

Kailera Therapeutics is a biotech company focused on developing novel therapies for obesity and related conditions. The company fosters an entrepreneurial, team-oriented culture that values collaboration, integrity, and excellence.

US

  • Direct and manage a team of Project Directors and Project Managers in global project delivery.
  • Provide leadership and oversight for clinical programs and act as primary escalation point for sponsors.
  • Optimize profitability, manage resources, and ensure compliance with quality standards and regulations.

Precision Medicine Group provides clinical research and project management services for global clinical trials. The company promotes a culture centered on quality, people, clients, and performance.

US

  • Lead and manage the assigned clinical operations team, setting and executing departmental strategy.
  • Oversee clinical trial agreements, budgets, and the timely execution of clinical research programs from conception through final study report.
  • Maintain oversight of study conduct at sites, ensure adherence to protocols and GCP, and serve as company representative at external meetings.

Iovance Biotherapeutics is the global leader in innovating, developing, and delivering tumor infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) cell therapies for patients with solid tumors. As an end-to-end cell therapy company with fully owned, centralized U.S.-based manufacturing, it operates with a fast-paced, collaborative culture focused on bringing first-in-class treatments to cancer patients.

$135,000–$187,000/yr
US 3w PTO

  • Lead the in-house Clinical Research Associate and Clinical Budget Analyst teams overseeing study start-up activities including regulatory documentation, site budgets, and vendor management.
  • Establish and apply start-up best practices, representing Clinical Operations on cross-functional teams and providing strategic leadership for Penumbra-sponsored clinical studies.
  • Recruit, hire, and directly supervise team members, allocating resources and managing project timelines to meet departmental goals.

Penumbra is a global healthcare company focused on innovative therapies. It designs, develops, and markets novel products and fosters a collaborative teamwork environment.

$168,000–$188,000/yr
US

  • Lead end-to-end clinical trial operations, ensuring compliance with GCP and regulatory standards.
  • Manage study start-up, regulatory submissions, TMFs, budgets, and cross-functional collaborations.
  • Drive risk mitigation and continuous improvement across clinical development programs.

This company is a clinical development organization focused on delivering high-quality clinical trials and advancing patient care. Its collaborative team of motivated professionals works remotely across the US with a strong emphasis on innovation and continuous improvement.

$120,960–$161,460/yr
Global

  • Lead global clinical study delivery, overseeing project management and finance teams to execute full-service trials.
  • Drive operational planning, resource allocation, and financial risk oversight as part of senior leadership.
  • Represent project operations with sponsors and business development, ensuring quality, compliance, and best practices.

Alimentiv is a global contract research organization focused exclusively on advancing therapies for gastrointestinal diseases, supporting over 70% of IBD compounds in development. With approximately 700 employees across multiple countries, it operates as a private, profit-with-purpose company investing in research, technology, and its people.

$85,020–$109,000/yr
Global

  • Manage global, multi-center clinical research projects across therapeutic areas.
  • Deliver projects on time, within budget, and to high quality standards.
  • Lead and mentor multi-functional project teams and serve as the primary client contact.

PSI is a leading Contract Research Organization with 30 years of industry experience, offering a balance of stability and innovation to clients and employees. The company focuses on delivering quality, on-time services across therapeutic indications and invests in the professional development of its people.

$138,000–$168,000/yr
Global

  • Leads the planning, execution, and delivery of complex global clinical studies, managing timelines, budgets, and quality.
  • Oversees CROs and external vendors, ensuring alignment with study timelines, budgets, and contractual obligations.
  • Drives cross-functional collaboration and communicates study progress, risks, and decisions to stakeholders.

Deciphera, a member of Ono Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., is a biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing, and commercializing new medicines for cancer, neurologic, and autoimmune diseases. The company cultivates an inclusive culture that values curiosity, creativity, and shared accountability, empowering individuals to challenge the unknown together.

$162,000–$243,000/yr
US

  • Serve as primary point-of-contact liaison with clients and oversee all aspects of clinical trials.
  • Manage study budgets, project timelines, risk, and cross-functional teams to ensure quality and compliance.
  • Drive bid defense preparation, client presentations, and continuous process improvement across assigned portfolios.

Precision for Medicine supports clinical research and development for biopharmaceutical and life science companies. It is a global, collaborative organization that emphasizes quality, innovation, and professional growth.

$84,500–$162,000/yr
Global

  • Execute global clinical trials from inception through closure, supporting study-level oversight and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Manage external vendors, including RFP/initiation, scope of work, deliverable oversight, and risk management.
  • Drive recruitment management, study materials development, and system management for CTMS, eTMF, EDC, IRT, and ePRO.

AbbVie discovers and delivers innovative medicines and solutions across key therapeutic areas like immunology, oncology, and neuroscience. As a global biopharmaceutical company, it operates with integrity, drives innovation, and fosters a collaborative culture to transform lives.

$90,000–$110,000/yr
US

  • Lead planning, execution, and integrated governance for Future of Medicine initiatives across Clinical Conduct, Quality, Technology, and Operations.
  • Translate clinical, operational, quality, and program needs into scalable workflows, requirements, SOPs, and training.
  • Drive readiness, change planning, and sustained adoption of new program requirements and technology capabilities.

Care Access brings world-class clinical research and health services to communities facing barriers to care through hundreds of research locations, mobile clinics, and global clinicians. The company values an inclusive culture where diverse backgrounds are welcomed and people are at the heart of medical progress.

$216,000–$263,000/yr

  • Provide strategic and operational leadership across multiple clinical programs, translating development strategy into strong execution.
  • Oversee clinical trial planning, budgets, CRO/vendor relationships, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure quality and accountability.
  • Lead and develop a small Clinical Operations team while remaining hands-on in a fast-paced biotech environment.

Deciphera, a member of Ono Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., is a biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing, and commercializing new medicines for cancer, neurologic, and autoimmune diseases. The company fosters an inclusive culture valuing curiosity, creativity, and shared accountability, empowering employees to drive breakthroughs.

Global

  • Lead the creation and execution of a multi-year transformation roadmap to modernize Global Clinical Operations and elevate operational effectiveness.
  • Drive harmonization and standardization of GCO processes across regions, therapeutic areas, and CRO partners.
  • Oversee governance frameworks, advanced analytics, and resource strategy to accelerate study delivery and regulatory compliance.

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that creates transformative medicines for serious diseases. With a history of over three decades and consistently recognized as a top employer, the company fosters a culture of innovation, purpose, and collaboration.

$95,500–$159,000/yr
North America

  • Lead clinical research project planning, execution, and delivery, ensuring regulatory compliance and quality.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage timelines, budgets, and study documentation.
  • Serve as the primary sponsor and client contact, providing regular project updates and resolving issues.

Alimentiv is a global CRO advancing therapies for gastrointestinal diseases, with deep expertise in IBD drug development. With about 700 employees across multiple countries, it is a private, profit-with-purpose company focused on scientific research and its people.

$199,681–$221,675/yr
US Unlimited PTO

  • Lead execution of multiple strategic product development programs in the medical device industry.
  • Drive cross-functional collaboration across Marketing, R&D, Clinical, Quality, Regulatory, Operations, and Commercial teams.
  • Manage portfolios, budgets, resources, risks, and timelines while ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.

The company is a medical device organization focused on developing innovative vascular care solutions for abdominal aortic aneurysm and peripheral vascular conditions. It fosters a collaborative, values-driven culture with an emphasis on accountability, continuous improvement, and patient-centered innovation.

US

  • Lead a team of seven CAEs in the Northeast to drive patient impact through exceptional customer engagement and key account management.
  • Develop people via coaching, feedback, and career development, translating strategy into purposeful execution.
  • Manage budgets and resources to maximize patient impact and foster a high-performance culture.

AbbVie discovers and delivers innovative medicines and solutions across immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and aesthetics. It is a global biopharmaceutical company with a culture focused on integrity, innovation, and making a remarkable impact on patients' lives.

France

  • Lead clinical operations, managing a team of CTMs and CRAs on budgets, timelines, and compliance.
  • Ensure study delivery on time and within budget while maintaining GCP compliance and risk management.
  • Develop the team, set operational strategy, and collaborate across functions to support industry partners.

We are a leading provider of remote patient monitoring and a clinical research partner, founded in France in 2021. Our solutions are used by 35,000 patients across more than 200 healthcare facilities and around 20 clinical studies, and we value collaboration and celebrating success.