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As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for director clinical development in Indiana is $120,505.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,000.00 and $144,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a director of clinical development do?

A Director of Clinical Development oversees the planning, execution, and management of clinical trials to ensure the safety and efficacy of new therapies. They collaborate with cross-functional teams, regulatory agencies, and key stakeholders to design and implement clinical strategies. Their role includes protocol development, trial monitoring, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Additionally, they analyze trial data, manage budgets, and contribute to the overall drug development process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director of clinical development?

A Director Clinical Development typically requires an advanced degree in life sciences or medicine, extensive experience in clinical research, and a strong understanding of regulatory guidelines. Familiarity with clinical trial management systems (CTMS), electronic data capture (EDC) platforms, and GCP certification are highly valued. Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and effective cross-functional communication set outstanding candidates apart. These competencies ensure clinical programs are executed efficiently, ethically, and in alignment with organizational goals.

What are the most common challenges faced by a director of clinical development?

Directors of Clinical Development often navigate challenges such as aligning multiple cross-functional teams, managing complex project timelines, and ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory standards globally. They may also need to address issues related to trial participant recruitment, data integrity, and budget management. Adapting quickly to shifting priorities while maintaining high ethical and scientific standards is crucial. Successful Directors leverage collaboration, proactive problem-solving, and their in-depth industry knowledge to overcome these challenges and deliver impactful clinical results.

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Infographic showing various Director Clinical Development job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $120,505 per year, or $57.9 per hour.

Associate Director, Clinical Development Trial Lead (CDTL)

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

System One
Business Consulting Services • 5 - 10K employees
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$32 - $43.75/hr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Associate Director, Clinical Development Trial Lead Location: Indianapolis, IN Type: Contract - 1 year Work Model: Onsite – onsite Joulé is partnering with a leading pharmaceutical organization seeking an experienced Associate Director, Clinical Development Trial Lead to drive the execution of complex global oncology clinical trials. This highly visible leadership role offers the opportunity to oversee study strategy, enrollment, budgets, CRO partnerships, and cross-functional teams while influencing clinical development decisions on a global scale.

Responsibilities

  • Independently lead the cross-functional study team in the development and execution of complex clinical trials and ensure delivery of clinical milestones on trial(s) with quality, on time, and within scope and budget.
  • Demonstrate independent leadership and influence when working with study teams, management, and business partners, and proactively identify issues and resolve them.
  • Leverage and demonstrate broad understanding of therapeutic, clinical drug development, and process expertise to influence study design and program-level decisions considering regional needs.
  • Recognize inter-relatedness of cross-functional activities and understand the impact of project decisions on the overall clinical trial.
  • Coordinate and facilitate obtaining regional input to provide to the study teams.
  • Act as single point of accountability for the Trial Master File for assigned trials, working closely with functional record owners to ensure the file is current and inspection ready at all times.
  • Ensure inspection readiness of respective clinical trial(s), including timely documentation of deviations and creation of story boards or issue summary documents (e.g. for high-risk areas/hot topics).
  • Report, manage, and interpret information for the clinical trial(s), including completeness and accuracy across multiple business systems and tools.
  • Drive regional clinical operational processes and methodologies used.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree (scientific or health-related field preferred)
  • 5+ years clinical research experience or relevant experience in a scientific or health-related field
  • Minimum of 5 years clinical trial experience with a strong working knowledge of the clinical research process
  • Experience with oncology (early & late phase clinical trials)
  • Prior clinical trial site-level or affiliate experience
  • Prior experience with local/country regional requirements
  • Need to travel periodically to scientific/regional meetings

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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System One helps employers get work done more efficiently and economically without compromising quality. Over our 35+ year history, we've helped connect thousands of talented people with innovative companies. The excitement of a perfect fit motivates us every single day.

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Business consulting services and recruiting and staffing services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Pittsburgh, PA, US

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