Associate Director, Clinical Data Management

Lead high-impact projects and initiatives to improve quality, compliance, and efficiency in clinical data management. Act as a subject-matter expert, mentor, and trainer within the department, providing leadership on data management strategy, process improvements, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead special projects and initiatives within Global Data Management Services (GDMS).
• Serve as a subject-matter expert, mentor, and trainer on data management, project management, leadership, and other areas of expertise.
• Support training and development programs to promote end-to-end proficiency among Trial Managers.
• Provide input to functional process owners and support process implementation as an SME.
• Partner with functional area representatives to assess and promote consistency in database standards and trial design/peer review support.
• Identify, define, and implement improvements to data collection, data management, and project management processes and tools.
• Support audits and inspections as necessary.
• Manage functional and cross-functional special projects.
• Perform complex risk management activities.
• Execute all required activities outlined in the Trial Manager job description.

Requirements

• B.A. or B.S. degree, preferably in life sciences, computer science, or a related discipline.
• At least 6 years of experience in Clinical Data Management or a mix of Data Management and Clinical Research.
• At least 3 years of experience working with formal project management tools and processes.

Skills

• Demonstrated accomplishments through all phases of the Study Life Cycle.
• Proficient overall working knowledge of the clinical development process.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations and policies.
• Ability to work under pressure in a changing environment with flexibility.
• Ability to work independently and accept accountability with minimal guidance.
• Ability to coordinate the work of others and drive decision-making.
• Exceptional communication skills (oral and written) with the ability to engage both technical and business audiences.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and negotiating skills.
• Demonstrated project management and leadership skills.
• Ability to coach and mentor others.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives with broad impact on quality and compliance.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $142,400.00 - $224,100.00. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision healthcare for employee and family.
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k).
• Paid holidays, vacation, compassionate, and sick days.

Schedule

• 10% travel requirements.
• Standard 1st-shift (day) schedule.