Clinical Data Science Lead

ICON plc

. Develop and oversee the timeliness of clinical data science activities during the life cycle of studies as they relate to data review and data delivery milestones .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeMexico City • MexicoSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical data management, including proficiency in Clinical Data Management systems and a strong understanding of the data science lifecycle. Capable of leading projects, managing timelines, and ensuring data integrity while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

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Clinical Data ManagementData Science LifecycleMedidata RaveData AnalyticTimeline Management

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Hard Skills

Clinical Data ManagementData AnalyticData ValidationProject ManagementBudget ForecastingData ReviewClinical Risk ManagementAnalytic ReviewTimeline NegotiationCross-Functional Collaboration

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Medidata RaveInformOracle ClinicalVeeva

Industry Keywords

Clinical Research OrganizationPharmaceutical CompanySponsor AuditsThird-Party AuditsOperational Plans

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and oversee the timeliness of clinical data science activities during the life cycle of studies as they relate to data review and data delivery milestones
Negotiate timelines and key deliverables with clients, external customers, vendors, and departments
Participate in sponsor and/or third-party audits
Forecast budget, hours, and resourcing for clinical data review activities
Perform analytic review focusing on errors that matter or meaningfully impact subject safety or final analysis interpretation
Work and collaborate with cross-functional and global groups
Provide input into clinical system development and clinical risk management activities
Develop planning documents related to data review, data analytics, and data deliverables
Establish approaches and lead resources to achieve operational and strategic plans
Track and communicate issues affecting project target dates, scope, or budget, escalating potential problems effectively and promptly
Apply existing procedures and analyze information and standard practices to make judgment calls
Travel approximately 15% domestically and/or internationally

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years of clinical data management experience in a clinical research organization or pharmaceutical company
Experience leading multiple projects simultaneously
Experience with all steps within the data science lifecycle and most major data science study tasks
Proficiency in at least one Clinical Data Management system required, such as Medidata Rave, Inform, Oracle Clinical, or Veeva
Excellent communication skills
Timeline management experience
Data Analytic and Data Validation experience
Bachelor’s degree or local equivalent
Equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered in place of the education and experience stated above
Fluent English and host country language, including reading, writing, and speaking
Legal right to work in the country where the role is based

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
Retirement and pension plans
Life assurance and disability coverage
Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways