Data Management Lead (Data Manager)

The Data Manager is responsible for leading the Data Management teams to deliver end-to-end quality deliverables of data management activities for including study set-up, conduct and close-out, complying with GCP and applicable regulatory guidance. The DM is also responsible for developing and implementing data management strategy, and capitalizing DM expertise.

The Data Management Lead provides leadership and expertise in all aspects of Data Management and Clinical Data and Database Programming. The Data Management Lead manages the delivery of all relevant data operations activities from database setup through database lock and data transfers.

General areas of responsibility include: coordination of the relevant Data Operations team members and their activities across all geographies, liaising with project leadership, other functional leaders (clinical, biostatistics, medical, medical writing etc.) and the client as a single point of contact to ensure that the contracted data deliverables are being met – specifically in terms of timeliness, financial management and quality.

May act as Project Leader for projects involving a small number of services, where no Project Leader. QualificationsIdeal candidate will possess:

• Substantial experience in clinical research

• Proven record of leading project and program teams in a technical/programming or data processing environment

• Understanding of Global Data Operations tasks, specifically within Data Management and Database Programming and relevant data standards

• Excellent technical skills including but not limited to the knowledge of Clinical Trial/Data Management Systems, PMED, IVRS

• Strong understanding of cross functional activities

• Strong customer service focus

• Robust knowledge of ICH-GCP Guidelines and local regulatory requirements

• Bachelor’s degree as a minimum in a science or industry related discipline

• Competent in written and oral English

• Strong ability to manage multiple and varied tasks with enthusiasm, prioritize workload with attention to detail

• Effective time management in order to meet objectives

• Ability to conduct root cause analysis in business problem solving and process improvement development

• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills

• Excellent presentation skills

• Ability to travel as required

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Candidates are expected to have full eligibility to work in the UK.