Senior Level Associate Development Manager Jobs
Senior level associate development manager jobs place experienced professionals in charge of program direction, cross-functional ownership, and the teams driving results at scale. Openings are concentrated across Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Law & Legal Services, and Consulting & Professional Services, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, and employers like IQVIA, Atwell, and Biogen hiring at this level now.
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Job Summary:
The Associate Director, Clinical Development will support the advancement of Revance therapeutics products and indications through the design and execution of Phase 1-3 clinical studies. This role will contribute to clinical program strategy, study design, protocol development, and regulatory submissions to support expanded therapeutic applications. Responsibilities also include developing clinical and scientific content for publications and presentations, participating in regulatory meetings and scientific conferences, engaging with external KOLs, and partnering closely with internal stakeholders, Clinical Operations, and CROs to support successful study execution.
Reporting to: VP, Clinical Development & Data Science
Location: Nashville, TN preferred; remote for highly qualified candidates
- this role will require ~30% travel
Responsibilities/Essential Duties:
- Develop scientific methods, design clinical studies, and develop and implement clinical protocols.
- Gather internal and external feedback on clinical research programs.
- Be accountable for study protocols in collaboration with Biometrics, Clinical Operations, Safety, and Medical Affairs groups.
- Represent clinical research through membership on trial teams.
- Recruit, guide, and motivate clinical investigators.
- Support Data Monitoring Committees and Data Safety Monitoring Boards with presentations.
- Author relevant sections of protocols, Clinical Study Reports, investigator brochures, IND/BLA submissions, and other clinical/regulatory/safety documents.
- Regularly report to clinical development and scientific leadership.
- Ensure study compliance by understanding and applying all relevant SOPs and GCPs.
- Present technical information to internal teams; represent Revance externally through publications and presentations at scientific meetings and congresses.
- Participate in long-range strategic product planning for current and future products.
Basic Qualifications:
- Advanced Degree & 7-10 years' directly related experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- MD, DO, PhD, PharmD, or other recognized doctorate-level education.
- 7-10+ years' experience in the design, execution, and evaluation of clinical trials, with an emphasis on phases 2-4.
- Recent track record of successful IND and (s)NDA/BLA submissions.
- Responsibility for physician-sponsored or company-sponsored clinical trials.
- In-depth understanding of pharmaceutical regulatory requirements and their impact on development of clinical trials and NDA/BLA submissions.
- An active network within Neurology or Physiatry. This will include KOLs, key research centers, patient advocacy groups, and a variety of patient care organizations.
- Able to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings. Open, transparent, and succinct communication skills.
- Experience working with corporate/academic partners and contract research organizations.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Effective team member with outstanding interpersonal skills.
- Ability to develop project strategies and execute project details.
- Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a corporate environment while maintaining the highest ethical, regulatory, and scientific standards.
- Highly developed problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to effectively learn and convey clinical and non-clinical technical information.
- Strong presentation and teaching skills.
- Ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple complex projects.
- Strong data analysis capabilities.
- Ability to travel up to 30%.
Company Summary:
Revance is a global company developing, producing, and distributing industry-leading, differentiated products across aesthetics, skincare, and therapeutics. Revance drives innovation beyond convention to offer treatment options for individuals across generations. The Company's vision is to redefine excellence in aesthetics, skincare, and therapeutics through science-powered innovation, with an unwavering commitment to its providers, patients, and consumers. Revance's award-winning products are the result of robust research and development, a cornerstone for the Company, driven by renowned scientists.
What Revance invests in you:
- Competitive Compensation including base salary and annual performance bonus.
- Flexible PTO, holidays, and parental leave.
- Generous healthcare benefits, HSA match, 401k match, employer paid life and disability insurance, pet insurance, wellness discounts and much more!
This section of the job description is required by the American with Disability Act (ADA). The ADA requires that job descriptions reflect the physical and mental demands required to effectively perform the essential duties of the job. The ADA prohibits employers from discriminating against a "qualified individual with a disability" in all aspects of the employment relationship. A "qualified individual with a disability" is "an individual who meets the education, experience, skill, and other job-related requirements of a position held or desired, and who, with reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of a specified job."
Revance is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Senior Level Associate Development Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level associate development manager job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have owned full development cycles, led cross-functional initiatives, and coached junior managers through complex challenges. A strong application highlights measurable outcomes you delivered, programs or teams you built from the ground up, and strategic decisions you made independently. Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive organizational change gives candidates a clear edge over those with purely tactical experience.
Which companies hire senior level associate development managers?
Companies hiring senior level associate development managers right now include IQVIA, Atwell, and Biogen, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from mid-size to large organizations with dedicated development or talent functions and enough program complexity to warrant senior oversight.
Are there remote senior level associate development manager jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and industry. About 27% of senior level associate development manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader flexibility in professional and corporate development functions. Many senior roles that require stakeholder management or team leadership do still prefer hybrid or on-site arrangements.
What makes an associate development manager role senior level?
Senior level associate development manager roles are defined by scope, ownership, and influence rather than task execution. At this stage, professionals lead programs end-to-end, set priorities across teams, and are accountable for outcomes rather than just activities. They typically mentor mid-level managers, contribute to departmental strategy, and are trusted to make independent decisions with limited oversight from above.
Which industries hire the most senior level associate development managers?
Senior level associate development manager roles concentrate in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Law & Legal Services, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to invest heavily in structured development programs and have the organizational scale to support dedicated senior leadership within their people or program functions.