Site Director - Clinical Research

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

• 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:

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  • 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