Exelixis Inc Posted September 8, 2026

Associate Clinical Operations Compliance Director (Biotechnology Oncology)

Alameda, United States Full time
Clinical Development Oncology Director
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About this opportunity

SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE

The Associate Clinical Operations Compliance Director will support oncology clinical research activities in accordance with ICH GCP, relevant international and local regulations, requirements and guidelines, as well as Exelixis written standards. Supports the focus on risk management, issue management, vendor oversight and site and data monitoring. The Associate Clinical Operations Compliance Director is a key partner with our Quality Assurance team and other functional groups (including Clinical Development, Data Management, etc.) and will assist in supporting inspection readiness activities, driving cross-study consistency in study execution and compliance with governing functional procedures and processes, and escalation of identified operational issues within development and of identified quality issues to QA.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the risk and issue management process for Clinical Operations focusing on compliant delivery of study execution.

Contribute to strategy and methodology for functional risk/issue management, assist in creating annual functional risk management plan to ensure inspection readiness; collaborate cross-functionally on risk management activities, and escalate to appropriate governance and adapt accordingly.

Provide support to Clinical Operations (and other functions being supported by embedded compliance role) CAPA owners, including owner assignment, follow-up and completion.

Assist with updates on CAPA completion data (late, near due, due later).

Work closely with and act as liaison for Quality Assurance team and other functional teams across R&D and beyond.

Will be responsible for one or more areas: Training, Capability & Analytics - Build a standardized GCP and process training curriculum, drive ongoing capability and knowledge sharing and build and renew quality metrics to track progress and consistency across Clinical Operations.

BIMO & Inspection Readiness - Drive continuous inspection readiness across studies, keep TMF audit-ready, run mock inspections and CAPA follow-up and lead BIMO and health authority inspection response.

RBQM/RBM & Monitoring Oversight - Oversight of monitoring quality and CRO performance, risk-based monitoring signals and timely escalation of site and data issues.

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related discipline and a minimum of 11 years of related experience; or,

Master’s degree in related discipline and a minimum of 9 years of related experience; or,

Doctoral degree in related discipline and a minimum of 5 years of related experience; or,

Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

Experience in biotech/pharmaceutical industry required.

Current understanding of the relevant external scientific, legal and regulatory environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required:

Strong knowledge of biopharmaceutical industry regulations, standards and best practices.

Must be a self-starter, quick learner, strong collaborator and team player with ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Must have excellent analytical, strategic thinking, problem-solving, time management, change management and organizational skills with demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing business plans and priorities.

Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

Strong attention to detail.

Ability to identify and communicate issues and risks.

Excellent presentation skills.

Ability to build and maintain strong relationships.

Ability to influence without direct authority.

Excellent computer skills, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Environmental Requirements:

Our office is a modern, open-plan space that fosters collaboration and creativity.

Teams work closely together, sharing ideas and solutions in a supportive atmosphere.

We provide all necessary equipment, including dual monitors and ergonomic chairs, to ensure a comfortable workspace

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The base pay range for this position is $168,500 - $238,500 annually. The base pay range may take into account the candidate’s geographic region, which will adjust the pay depending on the specific work location. The base pay offered will take into account the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity, among other factors.

In addition to the base salary, as part of our Total Rewards program, Exelixis offers comprehensive employee benefits package, including a 401k plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Employees are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus program, or if field sales staff, a sales-based incentive plan. Exelixis also offers employees the opportunity to purchase company stock, and receive long-term incentives, 15 accrued vacation days in their first year, 17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December, and up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year.

If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the recruiting process, please email us at: ApplicantAccommodations@exelixis.com .

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Our office is a modern space that fosters collaboration and creativity. Teams work closely together, sharing ideas and solutions in a supportive atmosphere. We provide all necessary equipment, including dual monitors and ergonomic chairs, to ensure a comfortable workspace.

DISCLAIMER: 

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Job details

Seniority
Director
Function
Clinical Development
Therapeutic area
Oncology
Location
Alameda, United States
Employment type
Full time

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Clinical Development role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 261 comparable Director Clinical Development roles across 49 biopharma companies.

261Comparable roles tracked
244Currently active
49Companies hiring similar roles
18Countries represented

Salary context

129 of 261 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function and a matching or adjacent seniority level -- not necessarily the same therapeutic area or country.

This roleSubject $168,500/yr – $238,500/yr
Peer group range $0 – $392,100 (median $271,000)

Where these roles are based

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United States204
United Kingdom15
India9
Spain8
Switzerland6
Ireland3

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Seniority mix

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Director190
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Principal31

Therapeutic area mix

83 of 261 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

Oncology45
Neuroscience11
Immunology10
Cardiovascular / CVRM6
Ophthalmology4
Dermatology & Aesthetics3
Respiratory2
Rare Disease1
Vaccines & Infectious Disease1

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