Senior Clinical Data Team Lead

Thermo Fisher Scientific

. Act as lead data manager for one or more projects .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data management processes, project oversight, and team leadership, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and client expectations. Proven ability to manage complex studies while ensuring quality, budget adherence, and effective communication.

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Data Management ExpertiseProject OversightRegulatory ComplianceTeam LeadershipClient Liaison

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementData AnalysisBudget OversightRisk ManagementForecastingSOP AdherenceInteractive Computer ProgramsStudy Metrics MonitoringContract Modification ProcessesEnd-to-End Project Responsibilities

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAnalytical Problem-SolvingInterpersonal SkillsAttention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Industry Keywords

Clinical Data ManagementProject ProtocolBid Defense MeetingsResource RequirementsConfidentiality

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as lead data manager for one or more projects
Serve as liaison to the Project Lead and/or client
Apply project protocol components to daily tasks and direct others in applying them
Act as interdepartmental and client liaison for data management study activities
Produce project-specific status reports for management, Project Lead and/or clients
Monitor and analyze study metrics and escalate according to risk management processes
Assist with bid preparation and represent data management at bid defense meetings when required
Assist with forecasting hours and identifying resource requirements
Assist with project budget oversight, out-of-scope work identification and Contract Modification processes
Lead high-volume, highly complex studies
Lead and delegate tasks to complete project activities on time, within quality and budget requirements
Mentor junior staff on study-related tasks
Assist with administrative and financial oversight of allocated projects
Communicate with management regarding data management activities
Occasionally drive to site locations and travel domestically and internationally

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
5+ years of previous experience providing knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job
Prior experience reflecting lead (end-to-end) responsibilities
Combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience may be considered as an equivalency
Ability to apply knowledge and skills while adhering to regulatory guidelines, SOPs and client expectations
Ability to use interactive computer programs
Good written/verbal communication skills with a strong command of English language and grammar
Good organizational, analytical/problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to work productively in a team environment and independently
Ability to maintain confidentiality with clinical and proprietary data
Strong customer focus and excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to direct and train study teams
Ability to act as a study or department expert for data management processes
Ability to support project resourcing and timeline planning and adherence

Benefits

Comp & perks

Global team environment
Collaboration and development opportunities
Occasional domestic and international travel