Vice President, Clinical Operations
4D Molecular Therapeutics
September 09, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (United States)
Worldwide
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Vice President of Clinical Operations overseeing global Phase 1-3 ophthalmology trials, primarily in retina and related indications. Responsibilities: lead strategic execution, vendor management, cross-functional collaboration (Clinical Science, Regulatory, Data Sciences, Quality), and ensure inspection readiness; develop scalable systems and metrics for performance improvement; mentor senior Clinical Operations leaders; manage budgets and vendor relationships. Requirements: Bachelor's in science, business, or health; 15+ years in biotech/pharma clinical operations; extensive experience in global early to late-stage trials; strong leadership in managing large programs; deep knowledge of GCP, FDA, EMA regulations; ophthalmology (retina) experience preferred. High-value: ophthalmology/retina, Phase 1-3, global trial oversight, vendor and budget management, regulatory compliance, leadership in complex study execution. Work setup: not specified; travel ~5%.