SVP, Clinical Operations & Global Strategy

Liquidia Corporation; Morrisville (NC); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

STD/LTD

401(k) + ESPP

Job summary

Liquidia Corporation is seeking a dynamic Senior Vice President, Head of Clinical Operations to lead the strategic and operational execution of its expanding clinical pipeline and portfolio in serious pulmonary and vascular diseases with US and global reach. The role will report to the Chief Development Officer of Clinical and shape the future structure, operating model, and culture of Clinical Operations.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader with deep respiratory clinical development

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience in clinical operations leadership within biotech or pharma.
• Demonstrated success overseeing 5+ clinical programs (Phase I–IV) simultaneously.
• Proven experience leading multi-regional/global trials (U.S., EU, APAC).
• Deep understanding of pulmonary/respiratory therapeutic areas.
• Proven ability to scale teams and establish efficient organizational structures.
• Strong vendor management, budgeting, and operational governance experience.
• Collaborative, decisive leader with exceptional communication and change management skills.
• Based in or willing to travel frequently to the Raleigh–Durham (RTP) area preferred; or East Coast candidates.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the long‑term vision, organizational design, and operating model for Clinical Operations.
• Build, lead, and mentor a high‑performing team capable of scaling with company growth.
• Serve as a trusted member of the R&D leadership team, collaborating with Clinical Development, Regulatory, CMC, Clinical Quality and Commercial functions.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to the executive leadership team.
• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies and innovative trial methodologies to improve efficiency and patient experience.
• Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of multiple concurrent clinical programs across stages of development.
• Drive operational excellence, ensuring programs are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with global GCP standards.
• Optimize vendor relationships (CROs, central labs, data management, etc.).
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, forecasts, and resource plans.
• Implement metrics and dashboards to monitor performance, quality, and risk across studies.
• Champion process improvement and innovation, introducing scalable tools and best practices.
• Partner with Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, Safety and Pharmacovigilance, Clinical Quality and Program Management to align operational strategy with corporate goals.

Skills

Clinical operations leadership

Global trials oversight

Budgeting & governance

Vendor management

Change management

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree (related field)

Job description

Liquidia Corporation is seeking a dynamic Senior Vice President, Head of Clinical Operations to lead the strategic and operational execution of its expanding clinical pipeline and portfolio in serious pulmonary and vascular diseases with US and global reach. The role will report to the Chief Development Officer of Clinical and shape the future structure, operating model, and culture of Clinical Operations.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader with deep respiratory clinical development