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Director, Clinical Development (MD)

Foster City, CA ยท On-site

$93K - $127K/yr

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How much do clinical development jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for clinical development in California is $34.16, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $32.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is clinical development?

Clinical development is the process by which new pharmaceutical drugs, biologics, or medical devices are tested and evaluated in humans to assess their safety and effectiveness. It typically involves a series of phases (Phase I-IV) of clinical trials, starting with small groups of volunteers and expanding to larger patient populations. The goal is to gather the data needed for regulatory approval and to ensure that new treatments provide benefits that outweigh their risks. Clinical development is a critical step in bringing new therapies from the laboratory to patients.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in clinical development?

To thrive in Clinical Development, you need a strong background in life sciences, clinical trial management, and regulatory compliance, often supported by a relevant degree and experience in clinical research. Familiarity with clinical trial management systems (CTMS), electronic data capture (EDC) tools, and certifications like GCP (Good Clinical Practice) are typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills help professionals coordinate multidisciplinary teams and adapt to evolving study demands. These skills and qualifications ensure the design, execution, and oversight of safe, effective, and compliant clinical trials essential for successful drug development.

What are some common challenges faced in a clinical development role, and how can I prepare for them?

Professionals in Clinical Development often encounter challenges such as managing complex regulatory requirements, coordinating multi-site clinical trials, and ensuring timely patient recruitment. Staying organized, maintaining clear communication with cross-functional teams, and keeping up-to-date with evolving industry guidelines can help you navigate these hurdles. Developing strong project management and problem-solving skills is also essential for success in this dynamic field.

What is the difference between Clinical Development vs Clinical Research Coordinator?

AspectClinical DevelopmentClinical Research Coordinator
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, often advanced degrees in life sciences or related fields; certifications like CCRP or RACBachelor's degree in health sciences or related field; certifications like CCRP beneficial
Work EnvironmentPharmaceutical or biotech companies, clinical trial teams, R&D departmentsClinical trial sites, hospitals, research centers
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device industries during drug development phasesUsed in hospitals, research institutions, and clinical trial sites for managing patient studies

While both roles are involved in clinical trials, Clinical Development focuses on designing and managing the overall drug development process, whereas Clinical Research Coordinators handle the day-to-day operations at trial sites, ensuring protocol adherence and patient coordination.

What do you do in clinical development?

In clinical development, professionals design, plan, and oversee clinical trials to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of new medical treatments or drugs. They coordinate with research teams, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and analyze data to support product approval processes. Strong knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and regulatory guidelines is essential in this role.

What are the most commonly searched types of Clinical Development jobs in California?

The most popular types of Clinical Development jobs in California are:

What are popular job titles related to Clinical Development jobs in California?

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What cities in California are hiring for Clinical Development jobs?

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Infographic showing various Clinical Development job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,059 per year, or $34.2 per hour.

Executive Director, Clinical Development

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Redwood City, CA โ€ข On-site

$265 - $331/hr

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Posted 14 days ago


Job description

Revolution Medicines is a late-stage clinical oncology company developing novel targeted therapies for patients with RAS-addicted cancers. The companyโ€™s R&D pipeline comprises RAS(ON) inhibitors designed to suppress diverse oncogenic variants of RAS proteins. The companyโ€™s RAS(ON) inhibitors daraxonrasib (RMC-6236), a RAS(ON) multi-selective inhibitor; elironrasib (RMC-6291), a RAS(ON) G12C-selective inhibitor; zoldonrasib (RMC-9805), a RAS(ON) G12D-selective inhibitor; and RMC-5127, a RAS(ON) G12V-selective inhibitor, are currently in clinical development. As a new member of the Revolution Medicines team, you will join other outstanding professionals in a tireless commitment to patients with cancers harboring mutations in the RAS signaling pathway.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced drug developer and effective leader to serve as Executive Director of Clinical Development in support of Revolution Medicinesโ€™ clinical-stage molecule(s) and/or pre-clinical molecule(s). In this critical role, you will be responsible for developing the strategic plans and ensuring efficient operational execution of the molecule(s)โ€™ clinical development program in one or more disease indications, from early-stage studies to regulatory submissions and potential commercialization. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our pipeline and driving the development of transformative therapies for patients.

  • Provide critical insights/contributions and implement comprehensive/execute upon the clinical development plans for Revolution Medicinesโ€™ molecules, ensuring alignment with scientific, regulatory, and commercial objectives.
  • Lead, mentor, and manage a high-performing cross-functional team of clinical development professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
  • Oversee all aspects of clinical trial design and execution, including site selection, patient recruitment, data management, and regulatory compliance.
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with clinical investigators, regulatory agencies, and key stakeholders.
  • Gather, analyze and interpret clinical data, providing strategic insights to inform critical decisions and guide program development.
  • Manage clinical development timelines effectively, ensuring efficient resource allocation and achievement of milestones.
  • Stay abreast of the latest scientific advancements and regulatory trends in the field of clinical development.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams, including research, regulatory affairs, commercial, and finance, to ensure seamless program execution and achieve shared goals.
  • Manage multiple direct reports; potentially be a manager of managers.
Required Skills, Experience and Education:
  • MD, PhD or similar advanced biomedical graduate degree with 13+ or more years experience in pharmaceutical/biotech industry or academic background at the level of Associate Professor or higher.
  • Extensive experience working with the principles and techniques of data analysis, interpretation, and clinical relevance as related to the pharmaceutical/biotech industry.
  • Proven track record of successfully designing and conducting multiple clinical trials as part of a wider clinical development programs from early-stage to late-stage, direct experience with Phase 1 drug development.
  • Experience authoring and clinical development strategy(ies) and bringing forward for governance.
  • Extensive understanding of medical aspects of GCP (Good Clinical Practice), ICH (International Conference on Harmonisation of Technical Requirements for Registration of Pharmaceuticals for Human Use), FDA, EMA, and other relevant guidelines and regulations.
  • Proven experience to steer an IMP during its clinical development plan through major and varied Health Authority interactions (e.g. FDA, EMA, others). Has led Health Authority interaction(s).
  • Strong orientation to teamwork. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate and mentor a diverse team.
  • Expertise in building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Superb strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions in a fast-paced environment. Able to recognize trade-off decisions and can determine priorities and goals.
  • Outstanding written and business presentation skills. Experience publishing results of a clinical trial in a peer-reviewed journal is required.
  • Proven ability to manage budgets and timelines effectively.
  • Passion for innovation and a commitment to developing therapies that make a meaningful difference in patients' lives.
Preferred skills:
  • Experience in ongoing enhancements/development of core and sub-team processes, structures, systems, tools and other resources in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry.
  • Experience creating clinical development strategy(ies) that led to label-enabling outcomes and commercialization.
  • Experience submitting an NDA/BLA/MAA to global health authorities is a significant plus.
  • Has led regulatory and other internal partners/stakeholders in the completion and submission of regulatory documentation. Successfully provided clinical science information and input for regulatory development of label(s) and packaging language, etc.
  • Has led or overseen data generation to address unmet medical needs and identify new or extended Clinical Development studies for the assigned program or other programs.
  • Direct experience with Phase IV drug development.
  • Has proven abilities to present [a] compelling business case and facilitates effective and expeditious decision-making. Has demonstrated the ability to serve as a company spokesperson both internally and externally.
  • Has demonstrated collaborate behaviors on enterprise-level strategic initiatives with a variety of internal and external partners and stakeholders - including clinical investigators/clinicians, scientists and key opinion leaders (KOLs), as well as internal groups, including other groups in development, research, business development, commercial, legal, etc. - resulting in demonstrable outcomes (e.g. new study proposals or new disease indications).
  • Has demonstrated courage and conviction in past positions and responsibilities. Skilled in conflict resolution.

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The base pay salary range for this full-time position for candidates working onsite at our headquarters in Redwood City, CA is listed below. The range displayed on each job posting is intended to be the base pay salary range for an individual working onsite in Redwood City and will be adjusted for the local market a candidate is based in. Our base pay salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual base pay salary is determined by multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, market dynamics, and relevant education or training.

Please note that base pay salary range is one part of the overall total rewards program at RevMed, which includes competitive cash compensation, robust equity awards, strong benefits, and significant learning and development opportunities.

Revolution Medicines is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and veteran status.

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Base Pay Salary Range

$265,000 โ€” $331,000 USD

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