Associate Director, Regional Clinical Study Management

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 143,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) match

FSA/HSA

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Ladders is seeking an Associate Director, Regional Clinical Study Management to guide regional clinical operations across the full study lifecycle, from feasibility to closeout, in a regulated, fast-paced setting. You will partner with internal stakeholders and external vendors to drive study progress and resolve issues.

The role is remote for US-based candidates, offering a compensation range of $143,300 – $193,300 per year and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or healthcare discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in clinical operations; 6+ years with a Master's degree.
• Strong leadership and management experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the regional clinical operations team and serve as the escalation point for issues.
• Oversee planning and management of clinical studies from feasibility through closeout.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and provide updates on study progress.
• Ensure compliance with study protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Manage regional study budgets and vendor relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Independent work

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in scientific/healthcare discipline

Master's degree preferred

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Associate Director, Regional Clinical Study Management to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space.

This role will lead regional clinical study management efforts across the full study lifecycle, from feasibility through closeout, in a highly regulated and fast-paced environment. The position will serve as a key escalation point for operational issues and help ensure regional studies stay on track for quality, timelines, budgets, and compliance. You will partner closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors to provide visibility into study progress and drive execution across multiple priorities.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $143,300 – $193,300 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead the regional clinical operations team and serve as the escalation point for issues
• Oversee planning and management of clinical studies from feasibility through closeout
• Collaborate with stakeholders and provide updates on study progress
• Ensure compliance with study protocols and regulatory requirements
• Manage regional study budgets and vendor relationships

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or healthcare discipline; Master's preferred
• 8+ years of experience in clinical operations within the biotech, pharmaceutical, or CRO industry; 6+ years with a Master's degree
• Solid leadership and management experience, either as a direct line manager or cross-functional team lead
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA)
• Life insurance and wellness programs
• Paid time off and employee stock purchase plan

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.