Senior Director Clinical Operations

Kennedy Bond is an Executive Search Firm focused solely on the Biotech Industry.

We have been retained by a leading Oncology business based in Boston, MA as they scale their Clinical Operations team. They are looking for a strong Director / Senior Director, Clinical Operations to lead the trial strategy and execution for one of their lead assets.

This role can be a hybrid position for somebody based in or around Boston. Remote candidates in the Eastern Corridor will also be considered at no disadvantage - NY, NJ, PA, DC, MD, NC

We are looking for:

A minimum of 7-8 years of sponsor side Clinical Operations experience

Experience operating at the GPT / highly strategic level

Experience leading Oncology trials

Experience managing a team of CTMs, CRAs, etc.

This is a highly visible, cross-functional role operating at the intersection of Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, Regulatory, Biometrics, Technical Operations, and Program Leadership, ensuring programs are strategically aligned and executed effectively.

Responsibilities

• Act as the operational lead for one or more development programs, partnering closely with cross-functional stakeholders to drive strategy and execution.
• Facilitate governance forums and cross-functional team meetings, ensuring timely decision making and alignment across the organization.
• Lead integrated planning activities including timelines, risk management, resource planning, and budget oversight.
• Collaborate with Clinical Development and Clinical Operations leadership to identify operational risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Support portfolio planning activities and contribute to development strategy discussions across multiple functions.
• Provide oversight of external partners and ensure operational excellence throughout the clinical development lifecycle.
• Help establish and refine scalable processes, governance structures, and ways of working as the organization continues to evolve.

Ideal Background

• 15+ years of experience within biotechnology or pharmaceutical drug development.
• Experience operating within cross-functional program leadership or governance structures.
• Strong understanding of global clinical development and clinical operations.
• Experience supporting development programs from early clinical stages through major development milestones.
• Demonstrated ability to influence across functions and drive alignment in matrixed organizations.
• Comfortable balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution in a dynamic environment.

This is an opportunity to join a growing development organization where the successful individual will have significant visibility, work closely with senior leadership, and play a key role in shaping both programs and processes as the company continues to evolve.

Kennedy Bond expects significant interest in this position due to the high profile nature of the company. Interested parties are advised to act quickly.

Whilst Kennedy Bond makes every effort to respond to all applicants, volume can sometimes make this impractical. Please be assured that your application will be thoroughly examined by a real person, not AI, and strong, suitable candidates will be contacted promptly.