Head of Clinical Data Management (Pharma)

TL;DR

Head of Clinical Data Management (Pharma): Overseeing all aspects of clinical data management across the development portfolio with an accent on strategic leadership, quality, and regulatory compliance. Focus on modernizing data capabilities through automation, AI-enabled workflows, and scalable GxP processes.

Location: Fully remote (Global)

Salary: $255,000 - $347,500 Annual

Company

Global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the lives of patients with serious and rare diseases.

What you will do

• Define and execute the strategic direction for Clinical Data Management across studies, programs, and evidence generation activities.
• Oversee CRF/eCRF design, database build and validation, data review, cleaning, and submission readiness.
• Build and lead a high-performing Data Management organization, including resource planning and talent development.
• Establish quality control and risk mitigation frameworks to ensure compliance with GCP and global regulatory requirements.
• Drive modernization initiatives including AI-enabled workflows, metadata-driven processes, and data interoperability.
• Partner with Biostatistics, Programming, and IT teams to advance integrated data and analytics ecosystems.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or PhD in Life Sciences, Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a related discipline.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in Clinical Data Management within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• 8+ years of leadership experience managing teams and complex development portfolios.
• Expertise in Phase 2 and Phase 3 global clinical trials and support for regulatory submissions (NDA/BLA/MAA/PMDA).
• Deep understanding of CDISC standards, EDC systems, and validated GxP environments.
• Strong experience with vendor oversight and global CRO partnerships.

Nice to have

• Experience in rare disease, respiratory, immunology, gene therapy, or specialty biotech development programs.

Culture & Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement with occasional domestic and international travel (approx. 10%).
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, including mental health support (U.S. offerings).
• 401(k) plan with competitive company match and annual equity awards.
• Access to Company Learning Institute, LinkedIn Learning, and leadership programs.
• Generous paid time off, fertility and family-forming benefits, and flexible work schedules.