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Assoc Clin Data Team Lead

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific
3-3.6 years
preferred by company
10 Feb. 10, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Remote Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Associate Clinical Data Team Lead (ACDTL)

Location: Remote – India
Job ID: R-01338261
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Model: Fully Remote
Industry: Clinical Research | Contract Research Organization (CRO)
Functional Area: Clinical Data Management


About the Organization

Thermo Fisher Scientific, through its PPD® Clinical Research Services business, is a global leader in advancing clinical research and accelerating the development of life-changing therapies. Over the past five years, the organization has supported the top 50 pharmaceutical companies and more than 750 biotechnology firms, delivering over 2,700 clinical trials across 100+ countries.

As part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, PPD® operates within one of the world’s most respected scientific organizations, dedicated to enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.


Job Overview

The Associate Clinical Data Team Lead (ACDTL) serves as the assistant lead data manager on one or more clinical research projects. This role supports the Lead Data Manager across all phases of clinical data management, including study setup, data cleaning, database development, and close-out activities. The position is ideal for experienced Clinical Data Associates ready to step into a leadership and project coordination role within a global FSP (Functional Service Provider) model.


Key Responsibilities

Clinical Data Management & Study Support

  • Apply protocol requirements and data management standards to daily project activities

  • Support study setup, database build, edit check development, and user acceptance testing

  • Coordinate and oversee data cleaning activities to ensure data quality and timeline adherence

Team Leadership & Training

  • Deliver study-specific training to junior data management team members

  • Delegate data management tasks while maintaining quality and compliance standards

Project Coordination & Risk Management

  • Monitor study timelines, metrics, and risks; escalate issues proactively

  • Support the Lead Data Manager with risk management and project forecasting

  • Maintain and review clinical data management documentation in accordance with SOPs

Reporting & Stakeholder Interaction

  • Generate and maintain project-specific status reports for internal management, project managers, and clients

  • Participate in team and client meetings as required

  • Review data management deliverables following documented guidelines


Required Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in life sciences, pharmacy, clinical research, or a related discipline

Experience

  • 3 to 4.6 years of hands-on experience in Clinical Data Management within a CRO or pharmaceutical environment

  • Prior experience in supporting global clinical trials across multiple phases

Technical Skills

  • Strong working experience with RAVE and/or Veeva EDC systems

  • Solid understanding of clinical trial data lifecycle, from study start-up through database lock

  • Familiarity with regulatory guidelines, SOPs, and client expectations

Core Competencies

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a remote environment

  • Proven ability to train, guide, and support junior team members

  • High attention to detail and strong data confidentiality practices

  • Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and timelines


Working Conditions

  • Fully remote, office-based work environment

  • Occasional travel to study sites or meetings may be required


Career Growth & Development

This role supports a dedicated FSP client—a globally recognized biopharmaceutical organization with a strong legacy in specialty medicines, vaccines, and scientific innovation. As part of a mature FSP delivery model, you will collaborate with global data science teams and contribute to high-visibility clinical programs.

Thermo Fisher Scientific’s FSP model emphasizes continuous learning through structured career paths, mentorship, and exposure to advanced clinical technologies. Career progression opportunities include Senior Clinical Data Manager, Clinical Data Team Lead, Clinical Data Project Manager, or transition into Data Standards or Programming roles.


Why Join Thermo Fisher Scientific

  • Work on global, multi-phase clinical trials across diverse therapeutic areas

  • Gain end-to-end exposure from study setup to database close-out

  • Build expertise in modern Clinical Data Management, including EDC platforms and AI-enabled workflows

  • Collaborate with international teams, sponsors, vendors, and CRO partners

  • Be part of an organization with a strong commitment to scientific excellence and patient impact


Equal Opportunity Statement

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.