Chief Operating Officer

Position Overview

CT SCAN is looking for a Chief Operating Officer to join the executive team and help shape the company’s operational engine as it grows. The role is centered on creating scalable systems, strengthening partnerships, supporting commercial growth, and working closely with senior leadership to build a durable foundation for expansion.

The right person will bring senior-level clinical research experience, a strong grasp of both operations and business direction, and a track record of building systems and teams in fast-moving environments.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will lead operational strategy, improve internal processes, support business development efforts, and help position the organization for long-term scale.

• Create and execute operating strategies that align with growth objectives.
• Build repeatable processes and infrastructure that can support larger initiatives over time.
• Set measurable performance indicators and define operational standards.
• Continuously refine workflows to improve efficiency and consistency.
• Partner with executive leadership on long-range planning and organizational direction.
• Develop and maintain relationships across the clinical research landscape.
• Spot collaboration opportunities and help advance strategic partnerships.
• Support business development with sponsors, CROs, physician groups, research sites, and healthcare partners.
• Represent the company at conferences, networking events, and leadership meetings.
• Help grow the company’s visibility and influence within the clinical research community.
• Provide senior guidance for clinical research operations and program execution.
• Support readiness for new partnerships and broader organizational growth.
• Work with research leaders to improve study delivery and site performance.
• Use technology, standardized workflows, and data-led decisions to improve operational results.
• Promote a culture built on quality, ownership, and strong execution.
• Hire, coach, and develop operational leaders as the business expands.
• Encourage a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Work across commercial, operational, and executive functions.
• Help define the company’s long-term vision and operating model.

Qualifications

• More than 10 years of leadership experience in clinical research operations, healthcare, or life sciences.
• Proven success leading growth-focused operational initiatives.
• Solid understanding of clinical trial execution and site-level performance.
• Background in forming strategic partnerships within the clinical research sector.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.
• Entrepreneurial approach and comfort working in a high-growth setting.
• Genuine interest in improving how clinical research is delivered.

Compensation

This executive role includes equity participation and performance-linked commissions. It also offers the chance to have meaningful influence on company growth and to benefit from long-term business value creation.

• Equity ownership opportunity.
• Competitive commission structure.
• High-impact executive position with direct influence on growth.
• Long-term upside tied to company performance and valuation growth.

As the company expands, compensation arrangements may change in line with growth and revenue milestones.

Success in the First 12 Months

Success in the first year means building a scalable operating base, expanding industry relationships, and strengthening the systems that support execution and efficiency.

• Put scalable operating infrastructure in place to support growth.
• Broaden strategic relationships across the clinical research sector.
• Improve internal processes to strengthen delivery and efficiency.
• Help launch new partnerships and collaborative efforts.
• Create an operational base that can support future expansion.
• Work with leadership to position CT SCAN as an innovator in clinical research.

Why Join CT SCAN?

Clinical research is changing quickly, and success will depend on combining strong operations, innovative technology, and trusted partnerships. This role offers a chance to join a seasoned leadership group, help shape a fast-growing organization, and take part in long-term value creation through equity.