Associate Director, Clinical Operations Salary in Arizona

How much does an Associate Director, Clinical Operations make in Arizona?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Director, Clinical Operations in Arizona is $298,431 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $143.

However, an Associate Director, Clinical Operations's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $354,307
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $269,598 to $327,679
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $243,347
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Associate Director, Clinical Operations Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $327,679 $27,307 $6,302 $158
Average $298,431 $24,869 $5,739 $143
25th Percentile $269,598 $22,466 $5,185 $130
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Key Factors That Influence Associate Director, Clinical Operations Salaries

An Associate Director, Clinical Operations's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

Top Paying Cities for Associate Director, Clinical Operations

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Sahuarita: $290,585
  • Saint David: $291,262
  • San Manuel: $290,762

Associate Director, Clinical Operations Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Associate Director, Clinical Operations roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Insurance and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Associate Director, Clinical Operations positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Pharmaceuticals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Associate Director, Clinical Operations as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Associate Director, Clinical Operations

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Insurance$387,961$187.030%
Biotechnology$358,118$172.020%
Healthcare$328,275$158.010%

Associate Director, Clinical Operations Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Associate Director, Clinical Operations's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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  • Carvana

    Tempe, AZ

    Carvana | Tempe, AZ

    Job Description. Job Description. Position Overview. The Associate Director is responsible for the operational performance of multiple Inspection Centers (... more

    8 Days Ago

  • Carvana

    Tempe, AZ

    Carvana | Tempe, AZ

    About CarvanaAt Carvana, we sell cars-but we're not car salesmen. Our promise is simple:we won't sell a car to a customer that we wouldn't sell to our own ... more

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  • ATSU PUBLIC

    Mesa, AZ

    ATSU PUBLIC | Mesa, AZ

    Job Description. Job Description. Description. A.T. Still University's Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health (ATSU-ASDOH) is seeking an exempt Associat... more

    8 Days Ago

  • University of Kansas Health System

    KANSAS CITY, KS

    University of Kansas Health System | KANSAS CITY, KS

    Position Title Director Clinical Operations - Radiology Bell Hospital Position Summary / Career Interest: The Director, Radiology Clinical Operations, prov... more

    7 Days Ago

  • AccentCare

    MADISON HEIGHTS, MI

    AccentCare | MADISON HEIGHTS, MI

    AccentCare, in partnership with Hanford Pharmaceuticals, is seeking a Clinical Operations Director to lead clinical programs within Healthcare & Medical Se... more

    8 Days Ago

  • AccentCare

    COOPER CITY, FL

    AccentCare | COOPER CITY, FL

    AccentCare seeks a Clinical Operations Director RN to lead hospice services within a biotechnology and pharmaceutical setting. You will oversee clinical op... more

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