Clinical Research Operations Director jobs in United States
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Headlands Research · 5 hours ago

Clinical Research Operations Director

Headlands Research is dedicated to enhancing clinical trial delivery within communities, operating over 20 sites across the US and Canada. They are seeking a bold, hands-on Site Director to transform a clinical research site into a high-performing, patient-centered operation, focusing on leadership, operational excellence, and financial accountability.

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Responsibilities

Coach, mentor, and develop site staff to reach their highest potential and operate as a cohesive, high-performing team
Establish a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement
Champion patient experience, retention strategies, and enrollment excellence
Own site-level KPIs, including enrollment targets, financial performance, and quality metrics
Implement and optimize operational systems and workflows to improve efficiency and outcomes
Collaborate with the Business Development team and Sponsors/CROs to ensure the site has a consistent pipeline of awarded studies
Oversee financial performance across trials
Maintain accountability for invoicing accuracy and financial forecasting

Qualification

Clinical trial operationsPeople managementChange managementFinancial acumenOrganizational skillsTech-savvyCritical thinkingCommunication skillsCustomer-focused mindset

Required

Bachelor's degree required
3+ years of experience in clinical trials (as a primary study coordinator, project coordinator, or similar role)
Previous experience at the site-level required
3+ years of people management experience within the healthcare industry required
Strong understanding of clinical trial operations and site-level financials

Preferred

Experience with change management techniques highly valued
Highly detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills
Strong critical thinker who can prioritize, problem-solve, and execute under pressure
Comfortable managing multiple priorities without losing sight of the big picture
Tech-savvy with strong computer and reporting skills
Clear, confident communicator with the ability to build trust across teams and external partners
Customer- and patient-focused mindset

Company

Headlands Research

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Headlands Research is a globally integrated clinical trial site organization with a mission to improve the clinical trials process.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$29.19M
Key Investors
Kohlberg Kravis Roberts
2025-08-14Acquired
2025-07-09Series Unknown· $1.35M
2024-11-01Series Unknown· $2M

Leadership Team

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Kyle Burtnett
Chief Executive Officer
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