Associate Director Clinical Operations Jobs
Associate Director Clinical Operations jobs are open across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and contract research organizations, from mid-level management to senior director, with specializations in oncology trials, regulatory compliance, and site management. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Key Responsibilities:
Supervisory Responsibility:
This position may include line manager responsibilities
Education, Experience and Knowledge:
Essential Qualifications:
o Experience must include early phase clinical studies/Phase I-III studies and global/international studies or programs
o Experience in oncology, Autoimmune or Infectious Disease is highly desired.
Non-Essential Qualifications:
US Salary Range
$175,000-$190,000
Focused on delivering first-in-class biological therapies to patients, we have developed a highly innovative soluble TCR platform. Our ImmTAX molecules underpin a new generation of precision engineered drugs that harness the immune system to treat a broad spectrum of diseases with high unmet medical need, including oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune diseases.
At Immunocore, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We value the unique contributions each person brings to our team. By embracing Science, Trust, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Entrepreneurship (STRIDE), we create an environment where collaboration thrives, ideas flourish, and transformative changes happen. STRIDE represents more than just letters; it embodies our shared identity and drives our mission. We are dedicated to developing breakthrough therapies that transform patients’ lives, advancing medicine, and supporting one another in these pursuits.
Immunocore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As such, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Key Responsibilities:
Supervisory Responsibility:
This position may include line manager responsibilities
Education, Experience and Knowledge:
Essential Qualifications:
o Experience must include early phase clinical studies/Phase I-III studies and global/international studies or programs
o Experience in oncology, Autoimmune or Infectious Disease is highly desired.
Non-Essential Qualifications:
US Salary Range
$175,000-$190,000
Focused on delivering first-in-class biological therapies to patients, we have developed a highly innovative soluble TCR platform. Our ImmTAX molecules underpin a new generation of precision engineered drugs that harness the immune system to treat a broad spectrum of diseases with high unmet medical need, including oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune diseases.
At Immunocore, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We value the unique contributions each person brings to our team. By embracing Science, Trust, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Entrepreneurship (STRIDE), we create an environment where collaboration thrives, ideas flourish, and transformative changes happen. STRIDE represents more than just letters; it embodies our shared identity and drives our mission. We are dedicated to developing breakthrough therapies that transform patients’ lives, advancing medicine, and supporting one another in these pursuits.
Immunocore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As such, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Science & Research
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in associate director clinical operations jobs.
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related clinical field
- Five or more years of clinical trial management experience across multiple phases
- Deep knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines, FDA regulations, and clinical operations SOPs
- Experience managing CROs, investigator sites, and cross-functional study teams
- Proficiency with clinical trial management systems such as Veeva Vault or Medidata Rave
- Strong budget oversight, resource planning, and risk mitigation experience across concurrent studies
Tips for Your Associate Director Clinical Operations Job Search
Quantify your trial portfolio on your resume
Hiring managers want to see the number of Phase I through IV trials you've overseen, the therapeutic areas involved, and the size of the site networks you managed. Replace vague responsibility statements with concrete scope so your experience reads at the right level.
Tailor your resume to each sponsor type
A pharma sponsor prioritizes GCP compliance and FDA submission readiness, while a CRO values throughput, client management, and multi-study oversight. Adjust which accomplishments you lead with depending on whether the employer runs its own pipeline or manages trials for clients.
Target openings by therapeutic area first
Associate director clinical operations roles in oncology, rare disease, and CNS attract narrower candidate pools than general listings, which means less competition if your background matches. Filter your search by indication before filtering by company size or location.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists associate director clinical operations openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a cross-functional leadership example for interviews
Interviewers at this level consistently ask how you've aligned clinical, regulatory, data management, and biostatistics teams under a single timeline. Have a specific trial ready where you resolved a cross-functional bottleneck, and walk through your decision-making rather than the outcome alone.
Negotiate start date and study assignment together
At the associate director level, the study you inherit on day one shapes your first year of performance reviews. When an offer is extended, it's reasonable to ask which programs you'd be assigned to and whether there's flexibility on timing if a trial is mid-enrollment.
Associate Director Clinical Operations Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most associate director clinical operations?
The companies hiring the most associate director clinical operationss right now include Revolution Medicines, Eventus WholeHealth, and PTC Therapeutics, with the largest share of openings in California, Massachusetts, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity tends to be highest at large-cap pharma companies and mid-size biotechs advancing late-stage pipelines.
How many associate director clinical operations jobs are remote?
About 52% of associate director clinical operations openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the field's shift toward centralized monitoring and virtual oversight models. Roles focused on data review, vendor oversight, and cross-functional program management tend to offer the most location flexibility, while positions tied to site activation or on-site auditing typically require more travel.
How do you become an associate director clinical operations?
Most associate director clinical operations professionals start as clinical research associates or study coordinators, then move into clinical trial manager or senior manager roles before stepping up. Building experience across multiple therapeutic areas and trial phases, leading cross-functional teams, and demonstrating budget and vendor management skills are the steps that consistently precede promotion into this level.
Can you get an associate director clinical operations job with limited experience?
Getting hired at the associate director level with limited direct experience is difficult, but candidates who have managed complex Phase II or III trials end-to-end, led CRO relationships, or stepped into acting leadership during a vacancy can make a credible case. Targeting smaller biotechs or CROs that promote from within gives you the best chance of bridging a gap in formal title history.
What does the associate director clinical operations interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter screen focused on therapeutic area background and trial phase experience, followed by a hiring manager interview that goes deep on study oversight, cross-functional leadership, and regulatory knowledge. Later rounds often involve panel interviews with clinical, regulatory, and data management stakeholders, and some organizations ask for a written case study or presentation on a hypothetical protocol challenge.
Where can I find and apply to associate director clinical operations jobs?
You can find and apply to associate director clinical operations jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find the roles that fit your therapeutic area, experience level, and work location preferences, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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