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Director, Clinical Operations

Gables Search Group
Rockville, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/11/2026
My client is expanding and seeks a Director, Clinical Operations to oversee clinical development, vendor relationships, site selection and management, and contract and budget negotiations.

This Person Will Take On The Following Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a clinical team while contributing to the design and authorship of clinical trial protocols.
  • Drive clinical site identification and selection, execute trial agreements, and oversee budget negotiations.
  • Identify, onboard, and manage external partners including CROs, central IRBs, and clinical and analytical labs.
  • Own vendor contract negotiations and budget management across the full lifecycle of clinical trials.
  • Lead investigational product forecasting and inventory management.
  • Review and approve clinical study documentation including SAPs, EDC design, validation and edit specifications, clinical study reports, and more.

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess The Following Qualities

  • Bachelor's degree and 12 years of progressive experience in clinical operations, including expertise in vendor management and contract and budget oversight.
  • 4 years of experience within a services organization, ideally a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or contract research organization.
  • 6 years of experience leading teams and managing complex, cross-functional projects.
  • Hands-on experience with IND and NDA submissions.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with a track record of sound judgment in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
  • Proven leadership capability with a coaching mindset and a consistently collaborative, supportive approach to developing others.
  • Skilled relationship builder who operates with a high degree of professionalism, tact, and discretion across all organizational levels.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders alike.

Salary.com Estimation for Director, Clinical Operations in Rockville, MD
$135,615 to $181,632
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