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Director, Clinical Site

Velocity Clinical Research
Velocity Clinical Research
5+ years
Not Disclosed
India
10 March 26, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./M.Sc./B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life science Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Director, Clinical Site | Clinical Operations Leadership | Velocity Clinical Research

Company: Velocity Clinical Research
Job ID: 2026-3380
Job Type: Full-Time (Permanent)
Work Mode: On-site
Experience: 5+ Years (Clinical Management)
Location: Not explicitly specified (Site-Based Role)


Job Overview

Velocity Clinical Research is hiring a Director, Clinical Site to lead end-to-end clinical research operations, site performance, and business growth. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for ensuring clinical trial excellence, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and financial performance.

You will oversee the entire clinical site ecosystem, including study feasibility, patient recruitment, staffing, budgeting, and sponsor relationships, making you a key driver in accelerating drug development and clinical trial success.


Key Responsibilities

Clinical Operations & Site Management

  • Lead and manage overall clinical site operations and trial execution

  • Ensure compliance with ICH-GCP, protocols, and SOPs

  • Oversee study lifecycle: feasibility → start-up → conduct → close-out

Financial & Business Management

  • Manage site budgets, financial forecasting, and revenue tracking

  • Ensure achievement of operational, financial, and study targets

  • Oversee invoicing, sponsor payments, and financial performance

Patient Recruitment & Study Delivery

  • Develop and optimize patient recruitment and retention strategies

  • Collaborate with external partners for successful enrollment

  • Monitor study timelines and ensure high-quality data delivery

Leadership & Team Development

  • Manage, mentor, and develop clinical research staff

  • Build staffing plans and ensure proper training and delegation

  • Conduct performance evaluations and drive team productivity

Regulatory & Quality Compliance

  • Ensure adherence to ICH-GCP, regulatory requirements, and SOPs

  • Maintain audit-ready documentation and quality standards

  • Coordinate with IRBs, sponsors, CROs, and regulatory bodies

Stakeholder & Business Development

  • Build strong relationships with sponsors, CROs, CRAs, and vendors

  • Drive site expansion and research capability growth strategies

  • Engage with healthcare providers to support recruitment and partnerships


Required Skills & Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree (required)

  • Advanced degree in Life Sciences / Clinical Research / Healthcare Management – preferred

Experience

  • Minimum 5+ years of clinical management experience in clinical research

Technical Skills

  • Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP, clinical trial operations, and regulatory frameworks

  • Experience with CTMS (e.g., Clinical Conductor), CRM tools, and MS Office

  • Understanding of drug development lifecycle and protocol design

Core Competencies

  • Leadership and team management expertise

  • Strong project and financial management skills

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement

  • Strategic thinking and problem-solving ability

  • Ability to manage multiple studies and site operations simultaneously


Perks & Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off and company holidays

  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match

  • Annual performance-based incentive program

  • Leadership growth opportunities in clinical operations

  • Exposure to global clinical trials and drug development programs


Compensation

  • Salary Range: Not disclosed (competitive senior leadership package)


About the Company

Velocity Clinical Research is a leading integrated clinical research site network dedicated to high-quality data, patient-centric trials, and efficient clinical execution. The company partners with sponsors and CROs to accelerate drug development and bring innovative therapies to patients worldwide.


Why This Role is Elite-Level

This role is ideal for professionals aiming to lead in:

  • Clinical Operations Management

  • Site Leadership & Trial Execution

  • Drug Development & Clinical Strategy

  • Healthcare Business & Financial Management

  • Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance


Application Process

Apply via the official Velocity Clinical Research careers portal.


Call to Action

If you want to lead from the front—owning clinical trials, driving site performance, and shaping the future of drug development—this role puts you in control.

This is not just a job, it’s a command position in clinical research leadership.
Apply now and build a high-impact career at the top of clinical operations. 🚀