Site Manager/Director - Clinical Research
Headlands Research
| Company | Headlands Research |
| Category | Uncategorised |
| Location | Bellingham |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 27 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 5 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
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: Bellingham, WA | 🏥 Site Name: Headlands Research - Western Washington | 🕒 Full-Time | 🧪 Clinical Research
Are you an experienced clinical research professional with a passion for advancing medicine? Join a leading, integrated clinical research network dedicated to high-quality data, patient-centered care, and innovation in clinical trials.
We’re seeking a Site Director to help us build our newest clinical research site located in Bellingham, Washington. This role drives financial targets, enrollment goals, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) while ensuring strict adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP), International Council of Harmonization (ICH), and regulatory requirements.
Type: Regular Full-time Employee Schedule: Mondays through Fridays, 8:00am - 5:00pm Location: Onsite in Bellingham, WA (no capabilities for remote or hybrid work) Reports to: Senior Director of Regional Operations Benefits: Our benefits package for full-time employees includes health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Paid Time Off (PTO), a variety of disability, accident, and life insurance options, as well as many more.
💼 What We Offer
Competitive pay + annual performance incentives
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan with company match
Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
A mission-driven culture focused on advancing medicine and improving patient outcomes
🚀 Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a growing, mission-driven organization that values its people. At our core, we’re committed to bringing innovative medical treatments to patients faster—while creating an environment where employees thrive. If you’re passionate about clinical research and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
Operational leadership and study management
Manage site facilities, workflow, and Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS) to ensure premium experience for subjects, staff, and sponsors
Monitor clinical study progress, review monitor reports, and create risk management/mitigation strategies during study start-up
Lead a site-level quality review program; ensure the site remains in a constant state of audit-readiness for CRO, sponsor, or regulatory inspections
Manage the lifecycle of all site regulatory documentation, from initial start-up through ongoing maintenance
Act as the primary resource for protocol-related questions and ensure all staff are trained on study-specific requirements
Oversee external site partners, including onboarding, training, and performance monitoring
Ensure proper storage and handling of study specimens and investigational products
Lead or assist with various job duties and projects as assigned
People and team management (once site is fully operational and staffed)
Provide coaching, mentoring, and development plans for all direct reports (Clinical Research Coordinators and support staff) to maintain high morale, retention, and an engaged workforce
Manage the full employee lifecycle, including interviewing, hiring, onboarding, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions in partnership with HR
Proactively assess staffing needs and manage coverage to ensure research subject safety and data integrity
Foster a collaborative and productive work environment that encourages continuous improvement