Area Director of Clinical Operations - Multi-Site Leader

ADP, Inc.; Yukon (OK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Tekton Research seeks an experienced Area Director of Clinical Operations to lead operational execution across Oklahoma and Kansas. The role is based onsite in Yukon, Oklahoma, with travel to Kansas as needed. You will oversee start-up through enrollment, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.

Reports to the VP of Operations and requires strong cross-functional leadership. You will drive performance across sites, optimize resource use, manage risk, and provide strategic

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of regulatory requirements and project management methodologies.
• Experience leading multi-site clinical research operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as operational PM lead for assigned studies across the area.
• Develop and maintain study timelines, milestones, and risks.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities for study activation and execution.
• Monitor site performance and identify barriers to timelines and revenue.
• Lead resource allocation and operational planning across sites.
• Provide executive-level updates on enrollment, milestones, and risks.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Clinical research operations

Leadership & team management

Communication & negotiation

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Tekton Research seeks an experienced Area Director of Clinical Operations to lead operational execution across Oklahoma and Kansas. The role is based onsite in Yukon, Oklahoma, with travel to Kansas as needed. You will oversee start-up through enrollment, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.

Reports to the VP of Operations and requires strong cross-functional leadership. You will drive performance across sites, optimize resource use, manage risk, and provide strategic