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Senior Director, Clinical Operations (Biotech, Oncology)

Exelixis
September 08, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Alameda, CA)
Worldwide
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Senior Director of Clinical Operations overseeing global execution of oncology Phase I-IV trials, ensuring compliance with SOPs, regulatory standards, and quality data delivery. Responsibilities include developing operational strategies, leading cross-functional teams, resource management, vendor oversight, and representing Clinical Ops in strategy and governance forums. Accountable for program delivery, budgeting, and optimizing study execution through CRO partnerships, with a focus on innovation and best practices. Requirements: Bachelor’s in a related field with 15+ years of industry experience, including management and outsourcing to CROs; advanced knowledge of clinical development, regulatory guidelines, and oncology therapeutics. Preferred: extensive biotech/pharma background, protocol development expertise, and leadership in matrixed environments. High-value specifics: oncology focus, Phase 1-4, global scope, resource and budget management, and up to 20% travel. The role involves close collaboration with clinical, biostatistics, regulatory, and medical teams, with a leadership team report line.