Associate Director, Data Quality Lead

For our client, we are seeking a Associate Director, Data Quality Lead to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space. This role will shape enterprise-wide data quality strategy and help ensure critical data is trustworthy, consistent, and ready for use across the organization. The position will partner closely with business stakeholders, data engineering teams, and governance partners to define standards, implement controls, and strengthen the reliability of key data assets. It is well suited for a leader who can translate business needs into scalable quality practices and drive measurable improvements across the data lifecycle. The work will also support AI-ready data efforts and trusted dataset initiatives in a regulated industry environment. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $152,600 – $283,400 annually Responsibilities Define and advance enterprise data quality standards and policies Establish scalable quality rules, scorecards, and frameworks Partner with stakeholders to translate business needs into data quality requirements Embed data quality controls throughout the data lifecycle Lead monitoring and performance tracking for critical data assets Drive data quality issue resolution and root cause analysis Collaborate with engineering teams for automated quality checks Qualifications 8+ years of experience in data quality 3+ years of experience leading teams in pharma or life sciences preferred Strong grasp of data quality dimensions and validation methods Knowledge of data governance frameworks and metadata Familiarity with data quality tools, SQL, and reporting dashboards Understanding of data engineering concepts and pipelines Ability to translate business needs into data quality requirements Knowledge of AI-ready data concepts and trusted datasets Benefits Comprehensive health, life, and disability benefits 401(k) with company contribution and match Generous time off package including vacation and holidays Performance-based cash incentive and annual equity awards Remote work flexibility with some conditions Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.