Regional Operations Director in Atlanta, Georgia at Rovia Clinical Research

About Us

At Rovia Clinical Research, we’re on a mission to bring innovative treatments to patients, improving the health and lives of our local patient communities. We believe in building a workplace where people feel supported, valued, and excited to grow their careers. Whether you’re just starting out or looking for a new path, you’ll be part of a team that truly works together and makes an impact. Our team is driven by our core values: People First, Humility, Integrity, One Team, and Results Accountability.

Position Summary:

The Regional Operations Director leads multi-site clinical research operations across a regional portfolio, driving enrollment performance, ensuring regulatory compliance, and developing high-performing site leadership teams to deliver consistent, scalable results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversees regional site operations while building and coaching site staff, strengthening team performance, and supporting the expansion of a high-growth clinical research network.
• Owns operational execution across assigned research sites, with accountability for enrollment, revenue performance, quality metrics, and standardization of clinical trial processes.
• Effectively trains and manages clinical research site staff, conducting weekly 1:1s and monthly on-site visits to monitor productivity and performance.
• Oversees site staff adherence to SOPs, GCP, and protocol requirements, and leads remediation efforts when quality issues arise.
• Communicates regularly with the sponsor, investigators, and other stakeholders to provide timely updates on study progress and to address any issues or concerns.
• Identifies and implements quality improvement initiatives, continuously evaluating and improving site performance and addressing any identified issues.
• Develops thorough knowledge of applicable regulations and standards to ensure compliance and navigate the regulatory landscape.
• May perform other job-related duties as requested or required.

Skills/Abilities:

• Strong proficiency in GCP, FDA, and HIPAA policies and guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to drive accountability and performance with CRCs.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office, CTMS, and related systems.
• Ability to travel to assigned sites on a monthly basis.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Business Management, Life Sciences, etc.) required.
• 7+ years of clinical research experience required.
• 5+ years of site management experience required.
• 3+ years of regional, multi-site management experience strongly preferred.

Candidates in Atlanta, GA, or surrounding area are preferred. Role will oversee and require frequent travel to the following locations:

• Canton, GA
• Jefferson City, TN
• Hattiesburg, MS