Assoc. Director, Clinical Data Management

Job Description

We are looking for a passionate and experienced leader to join our Global Data Operation (GDO) team as Associate Director of Clinical Data Management. In this role, you will have the opportunity to drive strategic and tactical operations tasks within our Data Management Center (DMC). Your primary responsibility will be to lead a team of Senior Clinical Data Managers (SCDMs) and Clinical Data Management Analysts (CDMAs), ensuring the consistent execution of quality processes and deliverables.

At our company, our Clinical teams play a crucial role in conducting high-quality clinical trials that provide the safety and efficacy data necessary for regulatory approval. By integrating cutting-edge technology and adhering to rigorous scientific and ethical standards, we contribute to the development of potential new drugs, vaccines, and indications for existing products.

Primary activities include, but are not limited to:

His/Her tasks depend on the Process/Responsibilities assigned.

• Direct Line Management: Lead and develop SCDMs and CDMAs, managing their work assignments, conducting skill assessments, providing feedback and coaching, drive annual performance appraisals and ensuring their career development.
• Process Improvement: Support departmental efforts to simplify and standardize procedures, share best practices, and participate in local and global continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaboration and Leadership: Collaborate effectively with business partners to achieve common objectives and participate in cross-functional meetings and initiatives.
• Training and Development: Train staff on business processes, operations, and tools to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Risk Management: Identify and escalate risks and needs to appropriate leadership or management to ensure timely resolution.
• Business Excellence: Participate in GDO Business Excellence Networks, improvement efforts, and special initiatives as required.

Other Activities

• Assume GDO Manager Process Owner (PO) responsibility in DMC for specific professional or business activity, such as process compliance, training, quality, metrics, resource and capacity management, records management, inspection support, etc. Lead the team to achieve the business goals.
• Conducts management and functional area meetings, contributing expertise when necessary, through formal or informal presentations.
• Keeps abreast of process and technology changes both within and outside of that may impact staff.
• May participate in initiatives beyond GDO (e.g. cross-functional, cross- divisional projects, cross-industry initiatives, etc.).
• May support any other project or perform any other data management or drug surveillance task deemed appropriate by management.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, life sciences, computer science, or a related discipline is preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience as direct People Manager.
• Preferably 4 years of experience in Clinical Trials.
• Demonstrated experience as Change Catalyst on driving teams to navigate through uncertainty with a positive mindset.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Possess a comprehensive understanding of the clinical development process or drug surveillance.
• Exceptional communication, project management, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. Build effective relationships and lead teams with influencing and development skills. Thrive in a changing environment and remain flexible under pressure.
• Exceptional skills in Execution Excellence, Talent Growth, Motivation and Inspiration, Ownership & Accountability, Networking & Partnership, Innovation, Decision Making and Change Catalyst.
• Possess an understanding of the end-to-end clinical development process, along with excellent leadership, project management, decision-making, problem-solving, negotiation, and communication skills. Ability to build effective relationships across various business contacts and lead teams with influential and developmental capabilities. Flexibility and adaptability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment.

Join our dynamic team and make a meaningful impact on the advancement of healthcare through clinical data management. Apply now!

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