Manager, Clinical Data Management

Worldwide Clinical Trials

. Provide management and leadership oversight of assigned Data Management teams and projects for study execution and budget management .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $99,000 - $196,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical data management, including oversight of data management teams and projects, while ensuring compliance with best practices and regulatory standards. Strong leadership and project management skills are essential for mentoring team members and driving process improvements.

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Clinical Data ManagementProject ManagementLine Management ExperienceData Management Best PracticesRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Data ManagementClinical Trial ProcessesStatistical Analysis PlansCRFsStudy ReportsRoot-Cause AnalysisCAPAsProcess ImprovementBudget ManagementPerformance Reviews

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsAnalytical Problem-Solving

Industry Keywords

Biomedical SciencesLife SciencesPharmaceutical IndustryBiotechnologyMedical Device Industry

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide management and leadership oversight of assigned Data Management teams and projects for study execution and budget management
Act as the primary point of contact for study-specific internal and external escalations
Represent the company at sponsor governance meetings
Allocate staff to projects according to abilities and competencies
Provide oversight, training, mentoring, and career development opportunities
Ensure projects are appropriately resourced and operational or budget risks are addressed
Manage performance-related team-member escalations
Highlight upcoming availability to Data Management leadership to support utilization continuity
Support Business Development through proposal and sponsor-presentation preparation
Participate in sponsor audits, regulatory authority inspections, and third-party meetings
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert for assigned Data Management processes when required
Review and improve process effectiveness and efficiency
Provide process-related training and act as a central point of contact for questions
Own quality issues, including root-cause analysis and CAPAs as required
Maintain and update QMDs and other guidance documents
Mentor members of the Data Management department
Lead departmental process-improvement and efficiency initiatives
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or higher in biomedical sciences, life sciences, computer science or related discipline — or equivalent relevant experience
Minimum 9 years of experience in clinical data management or a related role within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device industries
2–4 years of line management experience
Expert knowledge of data management best practices and technologies as applied to clinical trials
Advanced understanding of clinical trial processes and protocol documents, including protocols, statistical analysis plans, CRFs, and study reports
Strong project management skills and experience managing data management teams and projects for operational and budget oversight
Line management experience including recruitment, career development, and performance reviews
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with cross-functional internal and external teams
Independent analytical and problem-solving skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits package depending on location
Transparent compensation and pay equity