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Manager, Clinical Data Management

IQVIA
14+ years
INR 35 LPA – 40 LPA
Bangalore, India
1 June 17, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: Clinical Trials, Detail-Oriented, Drug Development, Lifesciences, Negotiation Skills, Regulatory Compliance, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, CPT, Data Analysis, Document Management, Life Science, Regulatory Compliance, Waterfall Model, GCP guidelines, HCPCS Level II, ICD-10-CM

Manager, Clinical Data Management

Location: Bangalore, India
Employment Type: Full Time


Job Overview

The Manager, Clinical Data Management is responsible for leading and supporting a team of Clinical Data Management professionals to ensure the efficient delivery of high-quality clinical databases and data management services that meet customer, regulatory, and project requirements. The role combines leadership, operational oversight, client engagement, resource planning, financial management, and quality assurance within a global clinical research environment.


Key Responsibilities

Clinical Data Management Leadership

  • Provide expert review and guidance for Clinical Data Management deliverables including:

    • CRF/eCRF Design

    • Database Design and Setup

    • Validation Specifications and Programming

    • Data Management Plans (DMPs)

    • Clinical Database Deliverables

  • Ensure all deliverables meet quality, regulatory, and client expectations.

  • Provide technical expertise and solutions to internal teams and clients.

  • Support problem-solving and process optimization initiatives.

  • Contribute operational input to proposals, budgets, and scope of work discussions.

  • Participate in proposal presentations and bid defense meetings.

People Management & Team Development

  • Lead and manage a team of Clinical Data Management professionals.

  • Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with direct reports.

  • Review:

    • Project status and timelines

    • Resource utilization

    • Training completion

    • Career development objectives

    • Project risks and mitigation plans

    • Administrative and compliance requirements

  • Identify skill gaps and training needs.

  • Mentor and coach team members to strengthen:

    • Data Management expertise

    • System knowledge

    • Drug development understanding

    • Leadership capabilities

  • Drive employee engagement and retention initiatives.

Resource & Capacity Planning

  • Collaborate with project leads to manage:

    • Resource allocation

    • Workforce planning

    • Project scheduling

    • Technology requirements

    • Peak workload management

  • Develop action plans to address staffing and project delivery challenges.

  • Ensure adequate project coverage and business continuity.

Project & Operational Management

  • Oversee delivery of multiple Clinical Data Management projects.

  • Monitor project timelines, milestones, and deliverables.

  • Ensure teams operate in compliance with:

    • SOPs

    • Work Instructions

    • Project Scope of Work

    • Regulatory Requirements

  • Support issue escalation and resolution activities.

  • Drive operational efficiency and productivity improvements.

Client & Business Support

  • Support:

    • Request for Information (RFI)

    • Request for Proposal (RFP)

    • Budget Development

    • Scope Assessments

  • Participate in:

    • Kick-Off Meetings (KOMs)

    • Bid Defense Meetings

    • Client Discussions

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.

  • Ensure customer satisfaction and high-quality service delivery.

Financial Oversight

  • Support project financial management activities including:

    • Estimate at Completion (EAC)

    • Forecasting

    • Burn Rate Monitoring

    • Out-of-Scope (OOS) Identification

  • Monitor project performance against financial targets.

  • Drive short-term and long-term business results.

  • Support profitability and operational efficiency goals.

Quality, Compliance & Inspection Readiness

  • Ensure teams are audit and inspection ready.

  • Participate in and support:

    • Internal Audits

    • External Audits

    • Regulatory Inspections

  • Ensure compliance with:

    • ICH-GCP Guidelines

    • Regulatory Requirements

    • Internal SOPs

    • Client Standards

  • Promote quality culture and continuous improvement.

Leadership Communication

  • Communicate organizational priorities and business updates effectively.

  • Escalate risks, opportunities, and issues to senior leadership when required.

  • Foster collaboration across cross-functional and global teams.

  • Demonstrate sound judgment and effective decision-making.


Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in:

    • Life Sciences

    • Pharmacy

    • Biotechnology

    • Clinical Research

    • Health Sciences

    • Related Scientific Discipline

  • Master's Degree preferred.


Experience (Minimum Required)

  • 14+ years of relevant Clinical Data Management experience.

  • Minimum 3+ years of people management or line management experience.

  • Advanced knowledge of:

    • Clinical Data Management Processes

    • EDC Systems

    • Clinical Database Design

    • Data Validation Processes

    • Drug Development Lifecycle

  • Proven experience in:

    • Team Leadership

    • Resource Planning

    • Client Management

    • Project Delivery

    • Financial Oversight

  • Strong understanding of:

    • Clinical Research Operations

    • Regulatory Requirements

    • Quality Standards

    • Clinical Trial Data Processes