Director Clinical Operations

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing clinical-stage biotech is looking for a Director of Clinical Operations to spearhead their Phase 2 clinical trial program for innovative therapies targeting fibrotic diseases. This role offers the opportunity to shape clinical strategies and lead a team in a dynamic environment focused on advancing next-generation treatments for respiratory conditions.

Qualifications

• Experienced leader in clinical operations with hands-on knowledge of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF).
• Proven track record in site-level enrollment and patient recruitment.
• Comfortable in biotech startup or scale-up environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of pivotal Phase 2 clinical trial for fibrotic lung disease.
• Drive patient recruitment by engaging with medical professionals.
• Build and lead a high-performing clinical operations team.

Skills

Clinical operations management

Site engagement

Patient recruitment

Cross-functional collaboration

Team leadership

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Director of Clinical Operations (Fibrosis)

I'm partnered with a fast-growing clinical-stage biotech focused on developing innovative therapies for fibrotic and inflammatory respiratory diseases. They are seeking a Director of Clinical Operations to lead their global Phase 2 clinical trial program.

What You’ll Do:

1. Take ownership of a pivotal Phase 2 clinical trial in a progressive fibrotic lung disease, overseeing all aspects of execution.
2. Drive site engagement and patient recruitment efforts by working closely with pulmonologists, rheumatologists, and principal investigators.
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to help shape clinical strategies for additional pipeline programs targeting chronic respiratory conditions.
4. Build and lead a high-performing clinical operations team in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment.
5. Partner directly with the CMO and senior leadership to ensure trial milestones are met efficiently.

Who You Are:

• Experienced clinical operations leader with hands-on knowledge of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF). Phase 1b/2 experience preferred.
• Proven track record of increasing site-level enrollment and accelerating patient recruitment.
• Comfortable working in biotech startup or scale-up settings.
• Skilled at managing teams and collaborating across departments.

Why Join?

This is your chance to play a key role at a clinical-stage biotech advancing next-generation treatments for devastating respiratory diseases.

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