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Clinical Research Program Director

Elevance Health


Job Location:

Atlanta, GA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Anticipated End Date:

Position Title:

Clinical Research Program Director

Job Description:

Clinical Research Program Director

Hybrid 2:This role requires associates to be in-office 3 days per week fostering collaboration and connectivity while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace.Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office.

Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment unlessan accommodationis granted as required by law.

As the research arm of Elevance Health Carelon Research is a full-service CRO with more than three decades experience integrating data clinical expertise and scientific rigor with patient perspectives to accelerate impact. When studies are designed with the power of real-world health data and patient insightsdecisions become clearer connections stronger and outcomes more meaningful.

TheClinical Research Program Directoris responsible forthe development and ongoing management of one or more external client-facing clinical research programs that are multi-state multi-function and multi-year in scope. This role serves as a strategic leader across clinical research operations business development proposal development and client engagement activities. The Program Director supports business growth by helping secure new research opportunities fostering client relationships representing the organization at industry conferences and ensuring successful execution of externally funded clinical research programs.

How You Will Make an Impact

Primary duties may include but are not limited to:

  • Assists with project budgets proposal budgets forecasting and business planning activities to support clinical research program growth and operational performance.

  • Develops project proposals capabilities presentations and client-facing materials while engaging sponsors and prospective clients to discuss clinical research capabilities and opportunities.

  • Attends industry conferences scientific meetings and client events to promote the clinical research line of business develop relationships and support business development efforts.

  • Provides subject matter expertise regarding clinical research operations regulatory considerations and industry best practices while staying informed of emerging trends impacting research organizations and sponsors.

  • Manages external client-facing relationships serves as a point of escalation and partners with cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery of clinical research programs and high levels of client satisfaction.

  • Leads strategic initiatives focused on process improvement operational effectiveness adoption of new tools and technologies and enhancement of clinical research capabilities.

  • Develops presentations reporting materials and executive-level communications to support program oversight client meetings business development efforts and performance tracking.

  • Typically reports to an executive.

  • Program directors typically manage external client-facing programs that require coordinating activities and resources across multiple departments business areas sponsors and research stakeholders.

MinimumRequirements:

Requires a BA/BS and minimum of 10years experiencein external client facing program management project management; complex business processes strategic and business planning; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background.

Preferred Skills Capabilities & Experiences:

  • Clinical research experience within a Contract Research Organization (CRO) life sciences company academic research organization or sponsor-funded research environment preferred.

  • Demonstrated experience leading complex clinical research programs and serving as a strategic partner to clients sponsors investigators and research stakeholders preferred.

  • Experience supporting business development activities including proposal development capabilities presentations client engagement and pursuit of new research opportunities preferred.

  • High level of working knowledge of GCP ICH FDA regulations and the clinical research regulatory environment preferred.

  • Strong consultative communication relationship management and presentation skills with the ability to represent an organization at industry conferences scientific meetings and client-facing events preferred.

  • Experience working with pharmaceutical biotechnology medical device or other life sciences organizations while supporting externally funded clinical research programs preferred.

For candidates working in person or virtually in the below location(s) the salary* range for this specific position is $114400.00 to $197340.00.

Locations: Columbus OH; Illinois; Massachusetts; New Jersey; & Virginia.

In addition to your salary Elevance Health offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package incentive and recognition programs equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate non-discriminatory factors set by the Company. The Company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender race or any other category protected by federal state and local pay equity laws.

*The salary range is the range Elevance Health in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location work experience education and/or skill level. Even within the range the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned vested and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus commission benefits paid time off stock or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Companys sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Companys sole discretion consistent with the law.

Job Level:

Director Equivalent

Workshift:

Job Family:

BSP > Program/Project

Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes including those submitted to hiring managers are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.


Who We Are

Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.


How We Work

At Elevance Health we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers our associates our communities and our business.


We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases paid holidays Paid Time Off and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement) medical dental vision short and long term disability benefits 401(k) match stock purchase plan life insurance wellness programs and financial education resources to name a few.


Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.


The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal state and local laws.


Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age citizenship status color creed disability ethnicity genetic information gender (including gender identity and gender expression) marital status national origin race religion sex sexual orientation veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal state or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process should submit the following form: Accessibility Accommodation Request Form and a member of the team will be in contact. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal state and local laws including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.


Prospective employees required to be screened under Florida law should review the education and awareness resources at HB531 Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.


NOTE: Workday keeps job postings active through 11:59:59 PM on the day before the listed end date. Example: If the end date is 3/13 the posting will automatically come down on 3/12 at 11:59:59 other words the job is posted until 3/13 not through 3/13.


Required Experience:

Director


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Elevance Health, formerly Anthem, Inc., serves people across their entire health journey taking an integrated whole-health approach.

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