Site Director - Clinical Research

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall operational and financial performance of the clinical research site, including study execution, enrollment, and profitability
• Oversee all active clinical trials to ensure compliance with protocols, GCP, FDA regulations, and internal SOPs
• Monitor key performance metrics (e.g., enrollment, timelines, data quality) and implement improvements to drive site success
• Manage, coach, and develop a team of CRCs, research assistants, and site staff, fostering a high-performance and patient-focused culture
• Support hiring, onboarding, and ongoing performance management of site personnel
• Partner with internal teams to develop and execute patient recruitment strategies; monitor and optimize enrollment performance
• Build and maintain strong relationships with sponsors and CROs, ensuring high-quality delivery and repeat business
• Manage site budgets, staffing models, and resource allocation to optimize efficiency and financial outcomes
• Ensure audit readiness at all times; lead responses to audits, inspections, and quality findings
• Oversee regulatory documentation, source quality, and data integrity across all studies
• Identify operational challenges and implement scalable solutions to improve site performance

Requirements

• 5+ years of clinical research site experience , with a strong foundation as a CRC
• Experience as a Site Manager, Lead CRC, or in a supervisory role strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to manage studies end-to-end, including enrollment and execution
• Prior experience leading, mentoring, or developing team members
• Strong knowledge of GCP, FDA regulations, and clinical trial operations
• Experience working with sponsors and CROs
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong business mindset with exposure to site metrics, budgets, or performance goals
• Bachelor's degree preferred (or equivalent experience)
• Why This Role?
• Expand your scope - Move from managing studies to leading an entire site
• Lead with credibility - Your CRC experience will directly shape how you coach and develop your team
• Drive real impact - Influence patient access to clinical trials and site-level success
• Grow your career - Clear path for advancement within a growing organization
• Headlands Research will never ask a candidate for personal identifiable information (date of birth, social security number, driver's license information, etc) via email or messenger tools, or for a financial deposit of any kind.
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Additional Information

At Headlands Research, we are dedicated to enhancing clinical trial delivery within our communities. As a leading network of advanced clinical trial sites, we leverage cutting-edge technology and exceptional support services to broaden outreach and participation. Founded in 2018, our rapidly growing company currently operates 20+ sites across the US and Canada, with plans for further expansion. 📍 Location: Brownsville, Texas | 🏥 Site Name: Headlands Research Brownsville | 🕒 Full-Time | 🧪 Clinical Research Are you a seasoned Clinical Research professional ready to lead at a higher level? Whether you're a Senior/Lead CRC looking to step into site leadership or a current Site Manager ready for broader ownership , this is an opportunity to take full responsibility for site performance, team development, and clinical trial execution. As Site Director, you'll move beyond day-to-day coordination to lead the strategy, operations, and growth of a clinical research site-while still leveraging the deep operational expertise you built as a CRC.

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