Manager – Data Acquisition
Company: GSK
Location: Bengaluru, India
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (Remote & On-site)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Requisition ID: 447151
Application Deadline: September 15, 2026
Function: Clinical Data Management / Data Acquisition
Position Overview
The Manager – Data Acquisition is responsible for leading data acquisition activities and electronic data capture solutions for clinical studies across multiple therapeutic areas.
The role focuses on study setup, technical development of Electronic Data Capture (EDC) applications, vendor oversight, project delivery, quality management, and process improvement. The position may also include supervisory or people-management responsibilities for a small team.
The Manager will work closely with Study Data Managers, Study Core Teams, external vendors, and other cross-functional stakeholders to ensure clinical data acquisition activities are delivered with high quality, within timelines, and in compliance with applicable standards.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Study Setup and EDC Development
Lead study setup activities for one or more clinical studies.
Manage the technical development of Electronic Data Capture (EDC) solutions and associated data acquisition tools.
Develop study-specific EDC applications and supporting documentation.
Create and manage:
EDC forms
Data validation checks
Data extraction specifications
Operational requirements
Technical specifications
Supporting study documentation
Ensure EDC solutions are delivered accurately, on time, and according to study requirements.
Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and related system validation activities.
Clinical Data Acquisition Project Management
Manage data acquisition activities across multiple clinical studies.
Plan and monitor project timelines and key deliverables.
Drive team members to meet study milestones and deadlines.
Provide project status updates, feedback, risks, and recommendations to Study Data Managers.
Ensure appropriate governance and oversight of external vendors.
Coordinate activities across internal teams and external service providers.
Monitor overall delivery quality and identify potential project risks.
Study Design and Planning
Act as a Data Management advisor to Study Core Team (SCT) members.
Provide operational and technical requirements related to EDC study setup.
Support the development and review of clinical study plans.
Provide input into study design and clinical protocol considerations where appropriate.
Review study-related documents and provide data acquisition expertise.
Ensure data acquisition requirements align with study objectives and operational needs.
Specification and Vendor Deliverables
Coordinate the review, revision, and approval of study specification documents.
Review operational requirements and technical specifications.
Coordinate review and approval of key vendor deliverables.
Support review of vendor-provided translations and other study materials.
Ensure vendor deliverables meet agreed quality, technical, and timeline requirements.
Manage and resolve data acquisition-related issues with vendors.
Issue Management and Risk Escalation
Identify, investigate, and resolve issues related to clinical data acquisition.
Understand and mediate technical and operational data acquisition challenges.
Escalate significant issues to the Study Data Manager or appropriate vendor.
Provide timely recommendations and solutions to study stakeholders.
Monitor risks associated with study setup, EDC development, and vendor activities.
Quality Management
Ensure quality control of all data acquisition deliverables.
Maintain compliance with departmental SOPs, corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
Support quality assessments, audits, and regulatory inspections.
Identify opportunities to strengthen data acquisition quality and consistency.
Conduct after-action reviews following study activities.
Document lessons learned and recommend improvements for future studies.
Subject Matter Expertise
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for core Data Acquisition activities.
Provide expertise in areas such as:
Electronic Data Capture (EDC)
Clinical Data Management
Data acquisition processes
User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
Process improvement
Quality assessments
Training
Audit and inspection readiness
Contribute to the development and implementation of new data acquisition processes.
Support continuous improvement initiatives across the Data Acquisition function.
Team Leadership and Mentoring
Mentor junior Data Acquisition team members.
Provide technical guidance and knowledge sharing to less experienced colleagues.
Help shorten the learning curve for junior team members.
Act as a subject matter reference within the Data Acquisition team.
Support capability-building initiatives.
Lead and mentor team members to improve technical expertise and delivery quality.
May have direct or indirect line management responsibilities for a small team.
External Vendor and Outsourcing Support
Support outsourced clinical data management models, including end-to-end DM FSP and FSO arrangements.
Work with Study Data Managers and Oversight Data Managers on external vendor data matters.
Provide support for ePRO, eCOA, and other external data acquisition technologies.
Assist with identifying, managing, and resolving vendor-related technical or operational issues.
Ensure appropriate oversight of outsourced data acquisition activities.
Required Experience
10+ years of experience in data acquisition or a related field.
Relevant experience in:
Clinical Research
Clinical Data Management
Information Systems
Data Management
Scientific or technical functions
At least 2 years of project management and/or people management experience is preferred.
Experience managing direct or indirect reporting relationships is advantageous.
Key Skills
Clinical Data Management.
Data Acquisition.
Electronic Data Capture (EDC).
Clinical research processes.
Project Management.
User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
Vendor Management.
Stakeholder Management.
Communication.
Teamwork.
Agile thinking.
Process improvement.
Quality management.
Risk and issue management.
Technical problem solving.
Biomarker-related data understanding.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is an experienced clinical data management or data acquisition professional with strong expertise in EDC study setup, clinical data acquisition, vendor management, and project delivery.
The candidate should be capable of managing multiple clinical studies, working with global cross-functional teams, resolving technical and operational issues, and ensuring that study deliverables meet quality and timeline expectations.
Strong leadership, stakeholder management, technical expertise, and mentoring abilities are important for success in this role.
Compliance and Governance
The role requires adherence to relevant departmental SOPs, corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and applicable clinical research and industry standards.
The Manager will also contribute to audit and inspection readiness and ensure that clinical data acquisition activities are conducted with appropriate quality and governance.
About GSK
GSK is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on using science, technology, and talent to prevent and treat disease.
The company focuses on specialty medicines and vaccines across key therapeutic areas including respiratory, immunology and inflammation, oncology, HIV, and infectious diseases.
GSK promotes a culture centered on being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact, and committed to doing the right thing.
Work Arrangement
This position is based in Bengaluru and follows a hybrid working model combining remote and on-site work.
Application and Recruitment Information
GSK does not charge candidates any fees during the recruitment process.
Candidates should be cautious of fraudulent job advertisements, unsolicited recruitment emails, or individuals requesting payments in connection with employment opportunities.
GSK also does not accept referrals from employment agencies without prior written authorization.
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