Director of Clinical Operations, Veda

About the Company

Veda Life Sciences is committed to bringing life-changing treatments to more patients in need through its next-gen Integrated Research Organization. By combining highly trained remote and on-site Clinical Research Coordinators with an advanced, user-friendly tech stack and streamlined processes, Veda ensures superior trial site performance at AMCs, community hospitals, IPAs, private practices, and more. If you’re seeking to work with a dynamic, motivated team and make a significant impact on clinical trials, Veda offers a compelling opportunity. We provide competitive benefits and a supportive environment for personal and professional growth.

About the Job

As our Director of Clinical Operations, you will oversee the implementation and management of clinical trials, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. You’ll be responsible for developing and executing clinical operational strategies, managing teams of Clinical Research Coordinators, and handling trial logistics and enrollment. This role requires close collaboration with sponsors, CROs, and study sites to ensure all activities adhere to study protocols, IRB regulations, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP). You will report directly to the CEO, and the position is remote with a preference for candidates located on the East Coast.

What You’ll Do

• You will provide guidance on clinical trial processes, ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices.
• You will build and manage a team of Clinical Research Coordinators across the U.S., both remote and on-site.
• You will develop and execute clinical operational strategies for various research sites, aligning with study objectives and regulatory requirements.
• You will oversee trial logistics, including site selection, investigator onboarding, coordinator staffing, and study supply management.
• You will implement and manage strategies for efficient patient recruitment and retention.
• You will ensure high-quality execution of clinical trials at sites, maintaining adherence to federal and regulatory requirements.
• You will work with data management teams to ensure reliable and high-quality data entry for sponsor partners.
• You will develop, review, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for clinical operations, prepare and review site and study-level reports, and facilitate communication between sponsors, CROs, and study sites.

What you bring to the table

• You have extensive experience in clinical operations, including progressive leadership roles.
• You have a strong understanding of clinical trial processes, regulations, and industry best practices.
• You have excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills, with proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, email, and clinical trial technologies (e.g., eCOA, EHR/EMR).
• You have the ability to manage complex projects and cross-functional teams effectively while demonstrating capability to work with diverse populations in a multicultural environment.

What You’ll Need

• You have a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, Health Science, or a related field is required; an advanced degree in life sciences or a related field is preferred.
• You have 7-10 years of clinical research experience, with deep knowledge of human subjects' protections and Good Clinical Practice (GCP), in academic, CRO, pharmaceutical, or community-based settings.
• You have broad experience across therapeutic areas, including oncology and rare diseases, is strongly preferred.
• Clinical research coordinator certification (e.g., ACRP, SOCRA) is strongly preferred.

Who You Are

• Manages Ambiguity: You are comfortable with uncertainty and remain calm and productive even when facing changing circumstances.
• Collaborative: You build strong relationships within and across teams to drive project success.
• Strategic Thinker: You develop and execute strategies that align with both short-term goals and long-term objectives.
• Detail-Oriented: You pay meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of your work.

Additional Information

Location: This position is remote, with a preference for candidates on the East Coast.

Travel: Regular travel to client meetings and research site locations is required.

Full-time base salary range of $165,000 to $181,500 plus equity.