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As of Jun 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for director clinical development in the United States is $126,639.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,500.00 and $151,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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.

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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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Director/Senior Director, Clinical Development

Codera

San Diego, CA • Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Salary: 200,000-280,000

About Codera

Codera is a Tang Capital company that provides in-house end-to-end drug development capabilities for its portfolio companies. Founded in 2002, Tang Capital is a life-sciences focused investment company that creates, acquires and finances companies that develop and commercialize pharmaceutical products.


Position Summary

The Director/Senior Director, Clinical Development will support the clinical development strategy and execution of Coderas domestic and international drug development programs. Reporting to the Vice President, Clinical Development, this role will contribute to the design, implementation and oversight of clinical trials across all phases of development. The Director/Senior Director, Clinical Development will collaborate crossfunctionally to ensure highquality clinical data, support regulatory interactions and provide medical and scientific input throughout the clinical trial lifecycle. This role will also support safety monitoring and pharmacovigilance activities in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Support the planning and execution of clinical development programs, ensuring alignment with overall program strategy and timelines
  • Contribute to the evaluation and refinement of development strategies to mitigate risks and advance clinical assets efficiently
  • Participate in the planning, delivery and cross-functional coordination of clinical trials from early to late phases
  • Assist in the development, review and refinement of clinical trial protocols, ensuring scientific rigor, ethical conduct and regulatory compliance
  • Provide medical and clinical input throughout the clinical trial lifecycle, including safety monitoring, data interpretation and risk management
  • Partner with biometrics and medical writing to ensure clinical and nonclinical studies are designed, analyzed and summarized appropriately in accordance with timelines, good quality practices and applicable regulatory requirements
  • Collaborate with regulatory affairs and other departments to support regulatory strategies, clinical trial submissions and responses to health authorities
  • Support data analysis and reporting activities, contributing strategic insights to inform decision-making and regulatory submissions


Qualifications

  • Bachelors Degree required
  • Advanced degree preferred
  • Minimum 6 years of clinical development experience within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
  • Experience with multiple, complex programs or studies
  • Detailed understanding of end-to-end management of clinical trial conduct, clinical drug development and clinical trials operations
  • Deep understanding of global regulatory requirements and experience navigating clinical trials to approval
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to use clear language to explain complex ideas
  • Possess a willingness and ability to work hands-on in a detail-driven, fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
  • Strategic agility with strong critical and logical thinking and ability to analyze problems
  • Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders


The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required. They may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.


The estimated annual base salary for this position is $200,000 - $280,000 commensurate with experience and skills. This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and other incentive programs.


Codera provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees physical, mental and financial health and include employer sponsored insurance plans including medical, dental and vision coverage; generous paid time off; retirement plan options and additional wellness and professional development programs


Codera provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.


Codera participate in EVerify. All newly hired employees are required to complete the EVerify process as part of their employment eligibility verification.