Director of Clinical Affairs (Hybrid) (San Francisco, CA)

Unclassified - San Francisco, CA

Full-time - Senior

San Francisco, CA

About the position

The Director of Clinical Affairs is responsible for aligning clinical programs with commercial objectives, overseeing the planning, management, and execution of clinical trials. This role requires a deep understanding of regulatory requirements and Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), along with strong leadership and operational expertise in clinical trial management.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic input and operational oversight for clinical trials, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Contribute to trial design, including protocol development, case report forms, trial master file management, and timeline planning.
• Lead the selection, qualification, and contracting of investigators, sites, and vendors for trial conduct.
• Train internal teams, study investigators, and site personnel on trial protocols and product performance standards.
• Oversee trial procedures to ensure compliance and mitigate risks associated with study devices.
• Attend clinical cases for data collection and ensure patient recruitment, enrollment, and site initiation are on track.
• Identify and resolve clinical study issues, developing solution matrices to address challenges.
• Manage regulatory and ethics reporting requirements, support Regulatory Affairs in submissions, and ensure clear documentation for regulatory and publication purposes.
• Review and track clinical trial expenses, providing monthly accruals to accounting and managing budgets for all clinical projects.
• Build and manage relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Recruit, manage, and develop the Clinical Affairs team, setting objectives and performance goals aligned with strategic priorities.

Requirements

• BS, BA, BSN, RN, or higher in Life Sciences or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in the medical device industry, preferably in Cardiology, with 5+ years in clinical trial management for class II and III devices.
• Experience in IDE clinical trials and regulatory submissions, with a background in startup environments a plus.
• Proven experience managing CROs, core labs, and safety committees (e.g., DSMB, CEC).
• Knowledge of cardiovascular devices and pathophysiology; expertise in GCP, ICH, and FDA/international regulations.
• Strong skills in project management, resource management, budgeting, and strategic planning.
• Proficient with clinical data capture systems, web-based trial management tools, and MS Office.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, including senior leadership.