Senior Level Clinical Operations Specialist Jobs
Senior level clinical operations specialist jobs place experienced professionals in charge of trial oversight, cross-functional team leadership, and the operational decisions that keep complex studies on time and compliant. The mix is predominantly remote and hybrid, with openings concentrated in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Education, and Healthcare & Medical Services, and employers like Revolution Medicines, Revolution Medicines, and University of Florida hiring at this level now.
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Job Summary
The Department of Surgery, Section of Transplantation, is seeking candidates for a faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor Level. Clinical responsibilities will include kidney and pancreas transplantation. Expertise in hemodialysis access is desired but not required. Candidates should be committed to clinical excellence, and dedicated to teaching, innovation, and scholarship. Strongest consideration will be given to candidates who bring diverse perspective, background, and training to the position and our Section.
The transplant program at the University of Michigan is one of the oldest and largest in the country. Our group takes pride in our collaborative team approach and is dedicated to the training of our American Society of Transplant Surgeons abdominal transplant fellows.
Michigan Medicine seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and to maintain the excellence of the University. We welcome applications from anyone who would bring additional dimensions to the University's research, teaching, and clinical mission, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. The Section of Transplantation in the Department of Surgery is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons and will not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status, except as allowed by the need for bona fide occupational qualifications. Reasonable accommodation will also be provided to persons with disabilities, to disabled veterans, and to accommodate religious practice.
Interested candidates should email curriculum vitae and a cover letter to:
Seth Waits, MD
Moses Gunn M.D. Research Professor
Section Head, Transplant Surgery
Associate Professor of Surgery, Section of Transplant Surgery
Surgical Director, Liver Transplantation
Transplant Fellowship Program Director
waitss@med.umich.edu
Required Qualifications
Candidate must be board eligible or board certified in General Surgery and must have completed an ASTS approved transplant surgery fellowship. Candidate must hold or have the ability to obtain the appropriate medical licenses in the State of Michigan and Federal DEA registration. Candidates should have appropriate qualifications for consideration of the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor or Assistant Professor.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Underfill Statement
This position is posted as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor. The rank of the selected candidate will depend on qualifications.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
285604
Working Title
CLINICAL ASST/ASSOC PROF
Job Title
CLINICAL ASST PROF
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Medical School
Department
MM Transplant Surgery (STX)
Posting Begin/End Date
11/12/2026 - 12/12/2026
Career Interest
Instructional - Regular Clinical
Job Summary
The Department of Surgery, Section of Transplantation, is seeking candidates for a faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor Level. Clinical responsibilities will include kidney and pancreas transplantation. Expertise in hemodialysis access is desired but not required. Candidates should be committed to clinical excellence, and dedicated to teaching, innovation, and scholarship. Strongest consideration will be given to candidates who bring diverse perspective, background, and training to the position and our Section.
The transplant program at the University of Michigan is one of the oldest and largest in the country. Our group takes pride in our collaborative team approach and is dedicated to the training of our American Society of Transplant Surgeons abdominal transplant fellows.
Michigan Medicine seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and to maintain the excellence of the University. We welcome applications from anyone who would bring additional dimensions to the University's research, teaching, and clinical mission, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. The Section of Transplantation in the Department of Surgery is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons and will not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status, except as allowed by the need for bona fide occupational qualifications. Reasonable accommodation will also be provided to persons with disabilities, to disabled veterans, and to accommodate religious practice.
Interested candidates should email curriculum vitae and a cover letter to:
Seth Waits, MD
Moses Gunn M.D. Research Professor
Section Head, Transplant Surgery
Associate Professor of Surgery, Section of Transplant Surgery
Surgical Director, Liver Transplantation
Transplant Fellowship Program Director
waitss@med.umich.edu
Required Qualifications
Candidate must be board eligible or board certified in General Surgery and must have completed an ASTS approved transplant surgery fellowship. Candidate must hold or have the ability to obtain the appropriate medical licenses in the State of Michigan and Federal DEA registration. Candidates should have appropriate qualifications for consideration of the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor or Assistant Professor.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Underfill Statement
This position is posted as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor. The rank of the selected candidate will depend on qualifications.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
285604
Working Title
CLINICAL ASST/ASSOC PROF
Job Title
CLINICAL ASST PROF
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Medical School
Department
MM Transplant Surgery (STX)
Posting Begin/End Date
11/12/2026 - 12/12/2026
Career Interest
Instructional - Regular Clinical
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Senior Level Clinical Operations Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level clinical operations specialist job?
Employers at this level look for demonstrated ownership of full study lifecycles, not just task execution. Highlight experience leading monitoring strategies, managing CROs or site networks, and resolving protocol deviations independently. Cross-functional leadership, regulatory submission support, and a history of mentoring junior staff all signal readiness for a senior role. Tailoring your resume to show scope and accountability, rather than activity, gives you the clearest edge.
Which companies hire senior level clinical operations specialists?
Companies hiring senior level clinical operations specialists right now include Revolution Medicines, Revolution Medicines, and University of Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes primarily from large pharmaceutical and biotech sponsors, full-service CROs, and medical device firms managing late-phase or post-market studies.
Are there remote senior level clinical operations specialist jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid availability is strong at this level. About 21% of senior level clinical operations specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how sponsors and CROs have restructured oversight roles around centralized monitoring and electronic data systems. On-site roles do exist, typically tied to site-based or early-phase programs.
What makes a clinical operations specialist role senior level?
Senior level roles are defined by ownership and scope rather than task completion. Expectations include leading study teams or vendor relationships independently, setting monitoring and risk management strategy, contributing to SOPs or process improvements, and mentoring coordinators or junior specialists. The work shifts from executing directives to making operational decisions and being accountable for study outcomes across multiple protocols or therapeutic areas.
Which industries hire the most senior level clinical operations specialists?
Senior level clinical operations specialist roles concentrate in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Education, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they run the largest and most complex clinical programs, requiring experienced professionals who can manage regulatory risk and coordinate across global site networks.