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Remote clinical research director jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first biopharmaceutical firms, distributed CROs, and decentralized clinical trial companies all hiring for this role. Employers hiring remotely right now include Tiny Health, Avalyn Pharma, and Biotrial. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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As a pharmaceutical support industry leader, UBC is devoted to empowering health solutions for a better tomorrow. We take pride in improving patient outcomes and advancing healthcare. At UBC we provide services to enhance the entire drug development process and commercialization lifecycle - From clinical trial support to real-world evidence generation.
Embark on a rewarding career journey with UBC! Grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the world around you. UBC fosters a culture built on our Core Values being: Collaborative, Conscientious, Curious, Consultative, and Compassionate. We believe in an inclusive workplace that fosters creativity.
Job Title: YLM99J – Director, Clinical Research
Brief Description:
Develop and drive departmental strategy and structure, mentor, provide support, and oversee Associate Project Managers and/or Project Managers.
Specific job duties:
- Manage projects as needed
- Work with Managers and Project Directors to ensure projects are adequately staffed; monitor workloads and adjust as needed.
- Assist, as directed, with specific project opportunities in Business Development, RFP review and completion, and bid defense preparation and delivery.
- Present UBC capabilities to potential clients at bid defenses.
- Work with Business Development to ensure presentation of a qualified team for bid defense and proposals.
- Provide input into proposals and review budgets.
- Ensure performance of project deliverables according to contract terms and company quality expectations, including accurate reporting and interpretation of metrics
- Ensure project team members receive adequate training for specific job assignments.
- Develop and implement department structure and strategies based on current staffing and project needs.
- Ensure adherence to project Plans, company policies and/or sponsor’s SOPs.
- Work with staff (as needed) to plan and organize project activities.
- Ensure teams have consistency with completion of job-related tasks.
- Work closely with Managers and project teams to resolve operational issues.
- Report and discuss departmental, personnel and/or site issues with Senior Management, as needed, for possible resolutions.
- Conduct performance appraisals if assigned direct reports.
- Conduct staff interviews; assist with CV candidate review.
- Working knowledge of all active projects and timelines.
- Attend applicable team teleconferences/meetings as well as project reviews.
- Attend face-to-face client meetings and provide support, as needed.
- Attend finance meetings and perform necessary follow-up to resolution.
- Provide departmental updates to senior management, as requested.
- Lead projects with cross-functional involvement and supervise all areas that support the project.
- Oversee all project revenue and invoicing with strong understanding of project financial health.
- Work with UBC’s leadership and Business Development to develop and grow client relationships and business to maximum potential.
- Proactively serve as a resource and mentor to Project Managers and teams for problem resolution; facilitate the involvement of Senior Management as necessary.
- Proactively identify areas of improvement, provide solutions and execute plans of action to address.
- Lead Managers in client/regulatory audits, as required.
- Assist in protocol development and/or patient/subject consent form or REMS and REMS Supporting Documents, as required.
- Other duties as assigned by management.
Supervisory Responsibility:
- Direct project supervision of multiple Managers, including development of Managers in presentation and bid defenses, proposal and implementation of action plans, and ensuring Managers have a clear understanding of client needs once a project is awarded.
- Responsible for direct reports in addition to supervision of multiple Managers and projects as assigned, if assigned direct reports.
- Serve as a resource and mentor to the Managers in their daily activities
- Proactively assist the Managers in anticipating and seeking resolutions to potential and actual project issues
- Motivate project team members by fostering teamwork
- Maintain positive attitude
- Ability to plan and forecast potential issues, outcomes, and changes necessary to ensure program and developmental success.
- Ability to identify and optimize resources, inclusive of knowing when to identify and/or assign additional/or different resources.
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
- Advanced Degree preferred, bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
- Extensive project management experience at a CRO or proven leadership/management experience managing multiple projects and project teams (additional or other relevant management experience may be considered)
- Strong knowledge of FDA/ICH regulatory guidelines; only applicable for Europe if required
- Working knowledge of functional components of clinical drug development (e.g., clinical, data management, statistics and regulatory/medical writing)
- Mastery of project management skills with the ability to lead through change and independently lead multiple large projects simultaneously
- Solid problem-solving and analytical skills with willingness and ability to detect process gaps, challenge assumptions, and drive change and improvement
- Ability to work in a team environment under high pressure situations
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to interpret and prioritize customer needs
- Strong influencing and negotiation skills
- Takes initiative and is results and detail oriented
- Ability to build strong business relationships across various departments
- Broad therapeutic experience a plus
- 10% travel as required
- Extensive knowledge of Clinical Trial Monitoring, as required
- Clinical background or equivalency in clinical research experience, as required
- Proven knowledge of medical terminology
- European/Global experience a plus
- Advanced computer skills
UBC Benefits:
At UBC, employee growth and well-being are always at the forefront. We offer an extensive range of benefits to ensure that you have everything you need to thrive personally and professionally. Here are some of the exciting perks UBC offers:
- Remote opportunities
- Competitive salaries
- Growth opportunities for promotion
- 401K with company match
- Tuition reimbursement (after 90 days of employment)
- Flexible work environment
- Discretionary PTO (Paid Time Off)
- Paid Holidays
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical, Dental, and vision coverage
- HSA/FSA
- Telemedicine (Virtual doctor appointments)
- Wellness program
- Adoption assistance
- Short-term disability (after 90 days of employment)
- Long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Discount programs
UBC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, or basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. We are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture that fosters respect for each other, our clients, and our patients.
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As a pharmaceutical support industry leader, UBC is devoted to empowering health solutions for a better tomorrow. We take pride in improving patient outcomes and advancing healthcare. At UBC we provide services to enhance the entire drug development process and commercialization lifecycle - From clinical trial support to real-world evidence generation.
Embark on a rewarding career journey with UBC! Grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the world around you. UBC fosters a culture built on our Core Values being: Collaborative, Conscientious, Curious, Consultative, and Compassionate. We believe in an inclusive workplace that fosters creativity.
Job Title: YLM99J – Director, Clinical Research
Brief Description:
Develop and drive departmental strategy and structure, mentor, provide support, and oversee Associate Project Managers and/or Project Managers.
Specific job duties:
- Manage projects as needed
- Work with Managers and Project Directors to ensure projects are adequately staffed; monitor workloads and adjust as needed.
- Assist, as directed, with specific project opportunities in Business Development, RFP review and completion, and bid defense preparation and delivery.
- Present UBC capabilities to potential clients at bid defenses.
- Work with Business Development to ensure presentation of a qualified team for bid defense and proposals.
- Provide input into proposals and review budgets.
- Ensure performance of project deliverables according to contract terms and company quality expectations, including accurate reporting and interpretation of metrics
- Ensure project team members receive adequate training for specific job assignments.
- Develop and implement department structure and strategies based on current staffing and project needs.
- Ensure adherence to project Plans, company policies and/or sponsor’s SOPs.
- Work with staff (as needed) to plan and organize project activities.
- Ensure teams have consistency with completion of job-related tasks.
- Work closely with Managers and project teams to resolve operational issues.
- Report and discuss departmental, personnel and/or site issues with Senior Management, as needed, for possible resolutions.
- Conduct performance appraisals if assigned direct reports.
- Conduct staff interviews; assist with CV candidate review.
- Working knowledge of all active projects and timelines.
- Attend applicable team teleconferences/meetings as well as project reviews.
- Attend face-to-face client meetings and provide support, as needed.
- Attend finance meetings and perform necessary follow-up to resolution.
- Provide departmental updates to senior management, as requested.
- Lead projects with cross-functional involvement and supervise all areas that support the project.
- Oversee all project revenue and invoicing with strong understanding of project financial health.
- Work with UBC’s leadership and Business Development to develop and grow client relationships and business to maximum potential.
- Proactively serve as a resource and mentor to Project Managers and teams for problem resolution; facilitate the involvement of Senior Management as necessary.
- Proactively identify areas of improvement, provide solutions and execute plans of action to address.
- Lead Managers in client/regulatory audits, as required.
- Assist in protocol development and/or patient/subject consent form or REMS and REMS Supporting Documents, as required.
- Other duties as assigned by management.
Supervisory Responsibility:
- Direct project supervision of multiple Managers, including development of Managers in presentation and bid defenses, proposal and implementation of action plans, and ensuring Managers have a clear understanding of client needs once a project is awarded.
- Responsible for direct reports in addition to supervision of multiple Managers and projects as assigned, if assigned direct reports.
- Serve as a resource and mentor to the Managers in their daily activities
- Proactively assist the Managers in anticipating and seeking resolutions to potential and actual project issues
- Motivate project team members by fostering teamwork
- Maintain positive attitude
- Ability to plan and forecast potential issues, outcomes, and changes necessary to ensure program and developmental success.
- Ability to identify and optimize resources, inclusive of knowing when to identify and/or assign additional/or different resources.
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
- Advanced Degree preferred, bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
- Extensive project management experience at a CRO or proven leadership/management experience managing multiple projects and project teams (additional or other relevant management experience may be considered)
- Strong knowledge of FDA/ICH regulatory guidelines; only applicable for Europe if required
- Working knowledge of functional components of clinical drug development (e.g., clinical, data management, statistics and regulatory/medical writing)
- Mastery of project management skills with the ability to lead through change and independently lead multiple large projects simultaneously
- Solid problem-solving and analytical skills with willingness and ability to detect process gaps, challenge assumptions, and drive change and improvement
- Ability to work in a team environment under high pressure situations
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to interpret and prioritize customer needs
- Strong influencing and negotiation skills
- Takes initiative and is results and detail oriented
- Ability to build strong business relationships across various departments
- Broad therapeutic experience a plus
- 10% travel as required
- Extensive knowledge of Clinical Trial Monitoring, as required
- Clinical background or equivalency in clinical research experience, as required
- Proven knowledge of medical terminology
- European/Global experience a plus
- Advanced computer skills
UBC Benefits:
At UBC, employee growth and well-being are always at the forefront. We offer an extensive range of benefits to ensure that you have everything you need to thrive personally and professionally. Here are some of the exciting perks UBC offers:
- Remote opportunities
- Competitive salaries
- Growth opportunities for promotion
- 401K with company match
- Tuition reimbursement (after 90 days of employment)
- Flexible work environment
- Discretionary PTO (Paid Time Off)
- Paid Holidays
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical, Dental, and vision coverage
- HSA/FSA
- Telemedicine (Virtual doctor appointments)
- Wellness program
- Adoption assistance
- Short-term disability (after 90 days of employment)
- Long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Discount programs
UBC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, or basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. We are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture that fosters respect for each other, our clients, and our patients.
#LI-RL1
#LI-REMOTE
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote clinical research director jobs.
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in life sciences, nursing, or a clinical field
- Minimum of eight to ten years of clinical research experience including supervisory roles
- Demonstrated experience overseeing Phase II through Phase IV clinical trials
- Current Good Clinical Practice certification aligned with ICH-GCP guidelines
- Proficiency with clinical trial management systems such as Medidata Rave or Veeva Vault
- Experience preparing and submitting regulatory documents to the FDA or equivalent agencies
Tips for Your Remote Clinical Research Director Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote clinical research director openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your therapeutic area and trial-phase experience and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings.
Demonstrate async leadership in your resume
Remote employers look for clinical research directors who can move trials forward without daily in-person check-ins. Call out specific examples of managing distributed site teams, running remote investigator meetings, and delivering regulatory milestones using tools like Veeva Vault, Medidata Rave, or Microsoft Teams.
Target companies running decentralized trials
Firms operating decentralized or hybrid trial models hire clinical research directors remotely far more often than traditional site-based sponsors. Prioritize CROs and biopharmaceutical companies whose pipelines include eCOA, eConsent, or direct-to-patient logistics, since those operations are built for remote oversight.
Prepare for written-first remote interviews
Many remote hiring teams assess clinical research director candidates through asynchronous written exercises before a video interview. Expect scenario questions about managing a protocol deviation remotely or handling a site performance issue across time zones, and answer with the same precision you'd use in a regulatory document.
Remote Clinical Research Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote clinical research director job?
Remote clinical research directors are hired by decentralized CROs, biopharmaceutical companies running virtual trials, and medical device firms with distributed clinical teams. Remote employers screen hard for self-direction, clear written communication, and the ability to manage cross-functional teams asynchronously. Candidates who can show experience leading remote study teams, coordinating with distributed site networks, and delivering trial milestones without in-person oversight have a clear edge over those with only on-site experience.
Which companies hire remote clinical research directors?
Companies hiring remote clinical research directors right now include Tiny Health, Avalyn Pharma, and Biotrial, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote openings for this role concentrate at remote-first CROs, decentralized trial platforms, and biopharmaceutical companies that run distributed clinical operations.
Can you get a remote clinical research director job with no experience?
Yes, but remote director-level roles are harder to land without experience because employers expect you to operate independently from day one without on-site mentorship. Smaller CROs and early-stage biotech companies running decentralized trials are more open to candidates who demonstrate strong remote project management, regulatory knowledge, and a portfolio of trial-phase contributions that show progression toward leadership, even without a formal director title.
Do you need a degree for remote clinical research director jobs?
Usually, but remote employers weigh demonstrated trial leadership and regulatory competence alongside formal credentials. A bachelor's or advanced degree in a life sciences field is common, yet employers hiring remotely put real weight on ICH-GCP proficiency, experience managing distributed site networks, and a history of delivering studies on protocol, especially when the candidate can show those results without in-person oversight.
Which industries hire the most remote clinical research directors?
The sectors hiring the most remote clinical research directors are Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors hire clinical research directors remotely because their clinical operations already run on distributed teams coordinating studies across multiple geographic sites.
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