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Position Overview The Director, Clinical Development Systems (CDS) provides strategic and operational leadership of Immunome's clinical systems, responsible for advancing the Development function ...

Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, the Senior or Executive Director, Clinical Development will drive the clinical aspects of late-stage clinical development studies or programs. This person will ...

Associate Director Clinical Development, Immunology

$184K - $253K/yr

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The Associate Director Clinical Development, Immunology, based within Biogen's West Coast Hub (WCH), will contribute to the clinical trial design and execution of one or more Immunology programs ...

Associate Director Clinical Development, Immunology

$184K - $253K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Associate Director Clinical Development, Immunology, based within Biogen's West Coast Hub (WCH), will contribute to the clinical trial design and execution of one or more Immunology programs ...

Director, Clinical Development (MD)

Oceanside, CA · On-site

$261K - $338K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

... developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows. The Medical Director provides clinical oversight and medical monitoring for one or more clinical trials ...

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How much do director clinical development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 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.

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.

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.

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Infographic showing various Director Clinical Development job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 78% In-person, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $126,639 per year, or $60.9 per hour.

Executive Director, Clinical Development

CRISPR Therapeutics

Boston, MA • On-site

$210 - $225/hr

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## Director, Clinical DevelopmentApplyremote type: Site Basedlocations: South Boston, MAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 19 Days Agojob requisition id: R-100072**Job Description:****Company Overview**Founded over a decade ago, CRISPR Therapeutics is a leading biopharmaceutical company focused on developing transformative gene-based medicines for serious human diseases. The Company has evolved from a pioneering research-stage organization into an industry leader, marking a historic milestone with the approval of CASGEVY (exagamglogene autotemcel [exa-cel]), the world’s first CRISPR-based therapy, approved for eligible patients with sickle cell disease and transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia. CRISPR Therapeutics is advancing a broad and diversified pipeline across hemoglobinopathies, cardiovascular, autoimmune, oncology, regenerative medicine and rare diseases. The Company continues to expand its leadership in gene editing through the development of SyNTaseTM editing, a novel and proprietary gene-editing platform designed to enable precise, efficient, and scalable gene correction. To accelerate and expand its impact, CRISPR Therapeutics has established strategic collaborations with leading biopharmaceutical partners, including Vertex Pharmaceuticals. CRISPR Therapeutics AG is headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, with its wholly-owned U.S. subsidiary, CRISPR Therapeutics, Inc., and R&D operations based in Boston, Massachusetts and San Francisco, California.**Position Summary**Reporting to the Vice President of Clinical Development, the Director will provide clinical and scientific input and medical monitoring to early-stage clinical development programs in autoimmune diseases. The Director will have a significant role in clinical study oversight and deliverables, including review of patient data, input on clinical trial design and execution, and preparation/presentation to leadership, at conferences, and to safety oversight committees.**Responsibilities*** Lead the scientific development of individual clinical studies in alignment with the clinical development plan, including authoring and reviewing clinical documents (e.g., protocols, investigators brochure, eCRFs, ICFs, CSRs)* Perform review of clinical trial data (safety and efficacy), including medical monitoring and assessing for consistency and completeness and providing assessments and recommendations* Serve as the clinical development lead during the conduct of the study* Communicate a clear overview of trial results* Collaborate with internal stakeholders (clinical operations, data management, statistics, safety, commercial, and regulatory affairs) to ensure translation of the clinical protocol into operational deliverables* Review and synthesize scientific literature and competitive intelligence to support study and program strategy* Develop scientific and protocol training presentations to support internal and external meetings; e.g., site qualification and initiation, investigator meetings, and training materials* Drive and support preparation of scientific material for conference presentations or publications* Contribute to the authoring and revision of regulatory submissions* Perform analyses and generate scientific slide decks based on clinical, translational and other datasets**Minimum Qualifications*** Medical Doctorate (MD, DO)* Advanced clinical training or a scientific degree in immunology (eg PhD, PharmD, MPH, etc) a plus* 8+ years of previous experience in clinical or related research preferred* Excellent oral and written communication skills and analytical skills* Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-based matrix environment; ability to assume multiple roles and responsibilities and meet stretch goals* Familiarity with ICH, GCP, and relevant regulatory requirements, and strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, experience with interacting with medical monitors, development operations (preclinical, clinical operations, regulatory affairs, Quality Assurance) and clinical investigators**Preferred Qualifications*** MD with a strong clinical or biopharmaceutical background in caring for patients with autoimmune diseases* Clinical or research experience in immunology; prior work in rheumatology or autoimmune CAR T trials a plus**Competencies*** Collaborative – Openness, One Team* Undaunted – Fearless, Can-do attitude* Results Orientation – Delivering progress toward our mission. Sense of urgency in solving problems.* Entrepreneurial Spirit – Proactive. Ownership mindset.CRISPR Therapeutics believes in fostering a dynamic workplace that balances remote work flexibility with the benefits of in-person interactions. Our employees work at least three days on-site, creating a collaborative work environment, where we cultivate mentorship opportunities, increase cross-functional communication and offer opportunities for our employees to connect. Certain lab based and manufacturing positions are located fully on-site.Director, Clinical Development: Base pay range of $210,000 to $225,000+ bonus, equity and benefitsThe range provided is CRISPR Therapeutics’ reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, training, skills, and abilities.The range provided is CRISPR Therapeutics’ reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, training, skills, and abilities.CRISPR Therapeutics, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr