What are the main factors that influence a Senior Director, Clinical Operations's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Senior Director, Clinical Operations?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Senior Director, Clinical Operations roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Senior Director, Clinical Operations's salary?

A Senior Director, Clinical Operations's salary grows with experience: starting around $111,319 for beginners, reaching about $114,422 at mid-level, and approach $119,540 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Senior Director, Clinical Operations?

Senior Director, Clinical Operations salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Senior Director, Clinical Operations roles are District of Columbia $128,089, California $127,603, Massachusetts $125,902. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Senior Director, Clinical Operations roles make?

Salaries for Senior Director, Clinical Operations level roles vary by specialization: Associate Director, Clinical Operations: $306,272; Director, Clinical Operations Programs: $199,740; Clinical Biostatistics Senior Manager: $199,288; Clinical Services Operations Director: $193,580; Director of Clinical Neurology Operations: $191,500.

Senior Director, Clinical Operations Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Senior Director, Clinical Operations make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Senior Director, Clinical Operations in Rhode Island is $119,944 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $137,462
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $107,439 to $129,114
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $96,054

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Senior Director, Clinical Operations Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$129,114	$10,759	$2,483	$62
Average	$119,944	$9,995	$2,307	$58
25th Percentile	$107,439	$8,953	$2,066	$52

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Key Factors That Influence Senior Director, Clinical Operations Salaries

A Senior 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.

How Experience Level Affects Senior Director, Clinical Operations Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Senior Director, Clinical Operations's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $111,319
Early Career (1-2 years): $112,482
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $114,422
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $116,361
Expert (over 8 years): $119,540

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Senior Director, Clinical Operations	$111,319
Intermediate Level Senior Director, Clinical Operations	$112,482
Senior Level Senior Director, Clinical Operations	$114,422
Specialist Level Senior Director, Clinical Operations	$116,361
Expert Level Senior Director, Clinical Operations	$119,540

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How Do Senior Director, Clinical Operations Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Senior Director, Clinical Operations. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $128,089.
California: $127,603.
Massachusetts: $125,902.

District of Columbia $128,089 California $127,603 Massachusetts $125,902 Washington $125,439 New Jersey $125,393 Alaska $125,231 Connecticut $123,635 New York $122,987

Hawaii $120,916 Rhode Island $119,944 Maryland $119,285 Minnesota $118,383 Colorado $118,035 Illinois $117,920 Oregon $117,480 Delaware $117,156

New Hampshire $116,953 Virginia $116,497 Pennsylvania $115,166 Nevada $114,495 North Dakota $114,276 Michigan $113,929 Wisconsin $113,801 Vermont $113,547

Texas $112,841 Maine $112,795 Arizona $112,725 Ohio $112,644 Georgia $111,580 Indiana $111,048 Wyoming $110,944 Utah $110,782

Iowa $110,712 Kansas $110,157 Louisiana $109,995 North Carolina $109,937 Missouri $109,914 Florida $109,463 Montana $109,220 Nebraska $108,989

Kentucky $108,861 South Carolina $108,399 Tennessee $108,110 Idaho $107,994 New Mexico $107,149 Oklahoma $106,964 Alabama $106,282 South Dakota $105,136

Arkansas $104,512 West Virginia $104,176 Mississippi $103,170

Top Paying Cities for Senior 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:

Adamsville: $121,444
Albion: $120,417
Ashaway: $121,213

Adamsville, RI $121,444 Albion, RI $120,417 Ashaway, RI $121,213 Barrington, RI $120,100 Block Island, RI $120,769 Bradford, RI $121,140 Bristol, RI $120,563 Carolina, RI $120,940

Charlestown, RI $120,984 Chepachet, RI $120,744 Clayville, RI $120,407 Coventry, RI $120,413 West Greenwich, RI $120,745 East Greenwich, RI $120,332 Exeter, RI $120,711 Fiskeville, RI $120,098

Forestdale, RI $121,024 Foster, RI $120,680 Glendale, RI $121,033 Greene, RI $120,839 Greenville, RI $120,144 Harmony, RI $120,299 Harrisville, RI $120,981 Hope, RI $120,173

Hope Valley, RI $121,107 Hopkinton, RI $121,267 Jamestown, RI $120,862 Kenyon, RI $120,925 Little Compton, RI $121,425 Manville, RI $120,576 Mapleville, RI $120,767 Newport, RI $120,983

Middletown, RI $121,036 North Kingstown, RI $120,539 North Scituate, RI $120,301 Oakland, RI $120,898 Pascoag, RI $121,061 Pawtucket, RI $119,921 Central Falls, RI $119,974 Cumberland, RI $120,656

Lincoln, RI $120,095 Portsmouth, RI $120,970 Prudence Island, RI $120,722 Rockville, RI $121,248 Saunderstown, RI $120,789 Shannock, RI $120,932 Slatersville, RI $121,025 Slocum, RI $120,785

Tiverton, RI $121,338 Wakefield, RI $120,892 Kingston, RI $120,845 Narragansett, RI $120,925 Peace Dale, RI $120,877 Warren, RI $120,411 Warwick, RI $120,075 Westerly, RI $121,242

West Kingston, RI $120,884 West Warwick, RI $120,222 Wood River Junction, RI $121,056 Woonsocket, RI $121,031 North Smithfield, RI $120,755 Wyoming, RI $120,932 Providence, RI $119,886 Cranston, RI $119,903

North Providence, RI $119,917 East Providence, RI $119,895 Riverside, RI $119,933 Rumford, RI $119,915 Smithfield, RI $120,158 Johnston, RI $119,957

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

For Senior Director, Clinical Operations roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Senior Director, Clinical Operations positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Senior Director, Clinical Operations as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Senior Director, Clinical Operations

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$143,933	$69.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Senior 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

$107,439

Average $119,944/year

$129,114

$8,953

Average $9,995/month

$10,759

$2,066

Average $2,307/week

$2,483

$52

Average $58/hour

$62

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$129,114	$10,759	$2,483	$62
Average	$119,944	$9,995	$2,307	$58
25th Percentile	$107,439	$8,953	$2,066	$52

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