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Kids for the Future lists this Director, Clinical Operations opportunity in waltham, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Location 221 CRESCENT ST STE 103A,Waltham, MA, ,United States
Base Pay $200,000.00 - $245,000.00 / Year
Job Category Clinical Operations
Required Degree 4 Year Degree
Travel 20%
At Viridian, we work with a sense of urgency for patients, creating unity with our team, the industry, and the community. We are committed to using proven science and engineering to improve the lives of people living with serious and rare diseases, and we are getting closer to achieving this goal every day.
Reporting to the VP, Clinical Operations, the Director, Clinical Operations is responsible for leading projects to support the execution of clinical studies aligned with the clinical development plan according to the agreed upon timelines and budgets. This role reflects the knowledge, experience, skill levels and capacity to manage complex studies or programs.
This role is based in our Waltham, MA headquarters. Our office-based employees are required to work in the office three (3) days a week.
Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):
Lead the execution of one or more global clinical programs, ensuring studies are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with GCP, regulatory requirements, and company SOPs
Provide operational leadership for cross-functional study teams and serve as one of the lead Clinical Operations representative for assigned programs
Oversee CROs and vendors, including selection, governance, performance management, and issue escalation
Develop and maintain study timelines, budgets, forecasts, and risk mitigation plans to support successful program execution
Partner closely with Clinical Development, Regulatory, Biometrics, Medical Affairs, Quality, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment across development activities
Drive patient recruitment, site engagement, and trial execution strategies to support enrollment and study milestones
Support inspection readiness and ensure clinical trial activities meet applicable regulatory and quality standards
Mentor and develop Clinical Operations team members while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Contribute to the enhancement of Clinical Operations processes, systems, metrics, and operational best practices to support organizational growth
Provide regular updates on program status, risks, and key milestones to senior leadership
Requirements
BS/BA in Life Sciences, Health Sciences, or related field; advanced degree preferred
12+ years of Clinical Operations experience within biotech, pharma, or medical device organizations, including management of global clinical trials
5+ years of people leadership experience
Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP, FDA, EMA, and global regulatory requirements
Proven experience overseeing CROs, vendors, study budgets, and timelines
Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving study execution from startup through closeout
Demonstrated ability to identify risks, solve complex operational challenges, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
Rare disease, immunology, and/or ophthalmology experience preferred
Experience supporting regulatory inspections and audit readiness preferred
Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills
Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and competing priorities
Strong commitment to ethical standards
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.)
Ability to travel up to 20%
The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience
Viridian offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Competitive pay and stock options for all employees
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Life, Travel and AD&D
401(k) Company Match with immediate company vest
Employee Stock Purchase plan
Generous vacation plan and paid company holiday shutdowns
Various fertility, mental, financial, and proactive physical health programs
Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, and Local laws. Viridian will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Viridian Therapeutics, Inc participates in E-Verify, the federal program for electronic verification of employment eligibility.
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Worksite address
waltham, MA, 02254, US
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