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Washington, UT · On-site

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DOVE Center

Clinical Director

Washington, UT · On-site

$66K - $75K/yr

... and developments in the fields of behavioral health, trauma, abuse, and other pertinent topics ... CLINICAL DIRECTOR RESPONSIBILITIES ● Supervise daily operations of the clinical team, including ...

Dove Center

Clinical Director

Washington, UT

$66K - $75K/yr

... and developments in the fields of behavioral health, trauma, abuse, and other pertinent topics ... CLINICAL DIRECTOR RESPONSIBILITIES Supervise daily operations of the clinical team, including ...

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How much do director clinical development jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for director clinical development in Utah is $115,288.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,100.00 and $137,900.00 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 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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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.

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Infographic showing various Director Clinical Development job openings in Utah as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 85% In-person, 2% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,288 per year, or $55.4 per hour.
Director, Clinical Business Development

Director, Clinical Business Development

Syneos Health/ inVentiv Health Commercial LLC

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

Syneos Health rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

37th of 86 rated pharmaceutical

Job description

Description

Director, Business Development

The Director, Regional BD is responsible for driving sales growth across an assigned geographic territory. This role blends strategic account farming with targeted hunting activities- balancing proactive expansion of existing accounts with the pursuit of new opportunities. By developing tailored engagement plans, building trusted relationships, and orchestrating multi-functional solution development, the Director, Regional BD drives both immediate impact and develops long-term value. Leveraging data-driven insights, this leader prioritizes time and resources to maximize territory performance and elevate Syneos Health's presence within the biopharmaceutical industry.

Core Responsibilities

  • Develops and executes a comprehensive sales strategy for a defined book of business and geographic territory, balancing new client acquisition with growth of existing accounts.
  • Manages an optimized territory through data-informed prioritization of time, client opportunity, and market potential.
  • Identifies, engages, and nurtures key client relationships with decision-makers, influencers, and stakeholders at all levels.
  • Leads the orchestration of tailored, multi-touchpoint sales strategies based on client needs, pipeline dynamics, and strategic goals.
  • Drives expansion playbooks, including therapeutically aligned strategies, renewal opportunities and next-phase conversions, to deepen account value.
  • Collaborates closely with cross-functional teams-including operations, therapeutic strategy, deal strategy, and delivery -to co-develop solutions that address client-specific challenges.
  • Acts as a client champion internally by sharing insights on client culture, preferences, and strategic priorities to enable effective team alignment and proposal development.
  • Educates clients on Syneos Health's differentiated value proposition, clinical and commercial capabilities, and evolving service offerings.
  • Conducts regular territory performance reviews, forecasts pipeline progression, and adjusts plans based on shifting client and market needs.
  • Maintains up-to-date records of client activity, pipeline, and sales progress within CRM platforms such as Salesforce.
  • Stays current on industry trends, competitor developments, and emerging client needs to continuously refine engagement strategies.
  • Represents Syneos Health at client meetings, industry conferences, and other relevant events to build brand presence and uncover new opportunities.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree required, advanced degree preferred
  • Experience in healthcare, life sciences, or biopharma in a business development, commercial, or strategic sales role.
  • Proven success managing complex B2B sales cycles and navigating mid- to executive-level client relationships.
  • Strong consultative selling skills with a demonstrated ability to uncover client needs and co-create impactful solutions.
  • Excellent interpersonal, influencing, and negotiation abilities with a collaborative leadership style.
  • Highly organized with the ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Data-driven decision maker with strong business acumen and strategic thinking capability.
  • Proficient in Salesforce or similar CRM platforms; Microsoft Office Suite experience required.
  • Ability to travel up to 40% for client meetings, conferences, and internal events.
At Syneos Health, we believe in providing an environment and culture in which Our People can thrive, develop and advance. We reward and recognize our people by providing valuable benefits and a quality-of-life balance. The benefits for this position may include a company car or car allowance, Health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, Company match 401k, eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance, and flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time. Because certain states and municipalities have regulated paid sick time requirements, eligibility for paid sick time may vary depending on where you work. Syneos complies with all applicable federal, state, and municipal paid sick time requirements.
Salary Range:
174,734 - 309,733
The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high of the Syneos Health range for this position. Actual salary will vary based on various factors such as the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.

TSP Talent Solutions and our customers are affirmative action/equal opportunity employers (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled).

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