Sr. Director, In‑House Clinical Operations

Fortvita Biologics; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortvita Biologics in Palo Alto is seeking a Sr. Director of Clinical Operations to lead and scale an in-house clinical operations model. The role involves overseeing end-to-end execution of global clinical trials and building a high-performing team. Candidates should possess over 12 years of experience in clinical operations within biotech environments and a strong understanding of regulatory requirements. This position aims to enhance operational efficiency and ensure high-quality clinical trial delivery.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive experience in Clinical Operations within biotech or pharmaceutical companies.
• 5 years of leadership experience, including building and leading teams.
• Deep knowledge of global clinical development and regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA, ICH/GCP).

Responsibilities

• Define and execute Clinical Operations strategy aligned with a lean, in‑house execution model.
• Build, mentor, and lead a high‑performing internal Clinical Operations team.
• Ensure studies are delivered on time, on budget, and with high quality.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Clinical Operations Strategy

Regulatory Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or related field

Advanced degree (MS, PhD, MBA)

Job description

Fortvita Biologics in Palo Alto is seeking a Sr. Director of Clinical Operations to lead and scale an in-house clinical operations model. The role involves overseeing end-to-end execution of global clinical trials and building a high-performing team. Candidates should possess over 12 years of experience in clinical operations within biotech environments and a strong understanding of regulatory requirements. This position aims to enhance operational efficiency and ensure high-quality clinical trial delivery.