About this opportunity
Discover International lists this Associate Director/Director Clinical Operations opportunity in san diego, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Associate Director / Director, Clinical Operations
Overview
We are partnering with an emerging, well-funded biotechnology company seeking an experienced Associate Director / Director of Clinical Operations to support a growing portfolio of both early- and late-stage clinical programs. This is a high-impact role offering the opportunity to contribute strategically while also building and leading clinical operations capabilities as the pipeline advances.
This individual will play a key role in the execution and oversight of global clinical trials, working cross-functionally to ensure studies are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with regulatory standards. As the organization continues to scale, this position offers clear leadership growth and the ability to shape processes, vendors, and team structure.
Key Responsibilities
Provide operational leadership across clinical trials from study start‑up through close‑out, spanning early‑ and late‑phase programs
Oversee CROs and external vendors to ensure high‑quality execution and adherence to timelines and budgets
Drive study planning activities including protocol input, timelines, resource planning, and risk mitigation strategies
Collaborate cross‑functionally with Clinical Development, Regulatory, Data Management, and other key stakeholders
Establish and refine clinical operations processes, systems, and best practices in a growing biotech environment
Ensure compliance with GCP, SOPs, and applicable regulatory requirements
Support inspection readiness and participate in audits as needed
Mentor and/or manage junior team members as the function expands
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
8+ years (Associate Director) or 10+ years (Director) of clinical operations experience within biotech/pharma
Experience managing clinical trials across multiple phases (early and/or late stage)
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast‑paced, evolving environment with increasing levels of responsibility
Prior experience in a small or mid‑sized biotech setting is highly preferred
Proven leadership capability or clear trajectory toward people management
What Makes This Opportunity Compelling
Broad exposure across both early‑ and late‑stage clinical development
Opportunity to step into a leadership role with real influence on team build and strategy
High‑visibility position within a collaborative and agile organization
Onsite presence fostering close interaction with executive leadership and cross‑functional teams
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Worksite address
san diego, TX, 78384, US
Who can apply
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