Head of Data Strategy & Management, Asia Development

Position Title:  Head of Data Strategy & Management

Primary Location:  GSK Asia House, Rochester Park, Singapore

Other Locations:  Beijing / Shanghai, China and Tokyo, Japan

About GSK

GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.  Our success absolutely depends on our people. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged, and challenged to be the best they can be. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together.

About the Role 

As the Head of Data Strategy & Management, you will play a critical leadership role in driving the digital and data strategic direction, operational excellence, and innovation initiatives within the Asia Development organization. You will lead a team responsible for overseeing the collection, integration, and analysis of clinical trial data while championing the adoption of cutting-edge technologies and bringing innovation to data management practices. Your efforts will transform business processes and upgrade digital fluency, including AI/ML, across Asia Development to accelerate simultaneous development and disruption.

Key Responsibilities:

The incumbent is accountable for providing strategic vision and leadership for Clinical Data Management, AI/ML, and R&D Tech functions, with responsibilities including but not limited to:

• Develop and execute a roadmap for data management and digital transformation initiatives.

• Ensure efficient and high-quality execution of clinical data management activities.

• Oversee the development and implementation of data management processes, SOPs, and best practices.

• Lead and manage a team of data scientists, technical experts, and digital transformation leads.

• Oversee end-to-end management of clinical trial data.

• Spearhead efforts to identify, evaluate, and implement innovative digital technologies.

• Collaborate closely with key stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of data management and digital transformation activities.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines, industry standards, data privacy regulations, and AI governance.

• Drive third-party strategy and oversee relationships with external vendors and CROs.

• Collaborate with biostatisticians to support data analysis and reporting activities.

• Foster a data-driven and digital culture of continuous improvement within the function.

• Stay actively engaged with industry forums, conferences, and working groups related to clinical data management and digital transformation.

Why you?

To be successful in the role, you need to have expert knowledge of clinical data management practices, regulatory requirements, and industry standards, and general understanding of digital applications and the role of AI/ML technology in data sciences.

You also need to have:

• Advanced degree (Ph.D., M.Sc., or equivalent) in Life Sciences, Statistics, Computer Science, Biostatistics, Data Management, or business acumen such as MBA.

• Extensive experience (15+ years) in clinical data management, business transformation, or related function with 10+ years in a management role.

• Thorough comprehension of clinical development, end-to-end data flow, risk-based quality management, and submission requirements.

• Strong leadership skills and project management experience.

• Strong expertise in clinical data management systems, business & digital transformation, and foundational knowledge in Decentralized Clinical Trials (DCT) approaches.

• In-depth understanding of emerging technologies and trends in clinical data management.

• Excellent communication and influencing skills in English.

• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking abilities.

• Proven ability to navigate complex projects and priorities.

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Experience in vendor management and contract negotiations preferred.

• Experience in multicultural settings preferred.

• Experience in the utilization or exploration of AI/ML for R&D preferred.

• TA experience (oncology, respiratory, vaccine, immunology, infectious disease) preferred.

Why join us?

At GSK, we challenge ourselves to get Ahead Together – to make a positive impact on global health; for growth; in an environment where people can thrive. Our culture inspires our performance.

By joining GSK, you’ll enjoy:

• A flexible and life-friendly working approach, allowing you to do your best work

• Being in a diverse organisation that reflects the communities that we work within

• Development and progression at a global scale, with international opportunities

• 5 Feel Good Days and 1 volunteer day (on top of your annual leave)

• Option to purchase up to 4 weeks’ additional leave per year

• Access to discounted health insurance

Join us and lead the way in transforming data strategy and management within Asia Development!

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. We prevent and treat disease with vaccines, specialty and general medicines. We focus on the science of the immune system and the use of new platform and data technologies, investing in four core therapeutic areas (infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/ immunology and oncology).

Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued, and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together.

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