Manager, Clinical Database Programming

Worldwide Clinical Trials

. Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Clinical Database Programmers through performance management, training, and capability development .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,000 - $196,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading clinical database programming activities, ensuring high-quality database configuration, validation, and compliance within a clinical research environment. Proficient in stakeholder management and process improvement initiatives to enhance data quality and integrity.

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Clinical Database Programming LeadershipEDC Systems KnowledgeDatabase Configuration and ValidationStakeholder ManagementProblem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Database ProgrammingEDC DevelopmentDatabase ConfigurationValidation ProcessesData Management WorkflowsTechnical Specification ReviewDatabase TestingQuality AssuranceProcess ImprovementPerformance Management

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCollaborationAttention to DetailCustomer-Focused Relationship BuildingProblem-Solving

Industry Keywords

Clinical ResearchData QualityAudit ReadinessContinuous ImprovementDatabase Libraries

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Clinical Database Programmers through performance management, training, and capability development
Coordinate project assignments, timelines, and resource allocation to ensure high-quality and timely delivery of database programming activities
Oversee EDC development and database configuration activities across internal and third-party platforms
Review database build specifications, edit check specifications, validation plans, and reconciliation requirements to ensure quality and compliance
Partner with sponsors, internal stakeholders, and external vendors to resolve issues, implement system enhancements, and support electronic data transfers
Guide database testing, validation, maintenance, and deployment activities in accordance with departmental procedures and standards
Contribute to the development of database libraries, system documentation, procedures, and best practices
Drive process improvements, provide technical leadership for new solutions, and support ongoing monitoring of study and system metrics
Support quality assurance, audit readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives across Clinical Database Programming

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant education and experience
Experience leading or managing clinical database programming activities within a clinical research environment
Strong knowledge of EDC systems, database configuration, validation, testing processes, and data management workflows
Ability to review technical specifications, validation documentation, and database-related deliverables with a high level of accuracy
Strong problem-solving skills with a methodical and logical approach to identifying and resolving issues
Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to data quality and integrity
Strong communication, collaboration, stakeholder management, and customer-focused relationship-building skills
Proficiency in English and strong written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits package depending on location
Transparent compensation and pay equity