Senior Data Team Lead

Senior Data Team Lead - Remote (US)
Global CRO - Full-Time

A leading global clinical research organization is seeking a Senior Data Team Lead to independently manage the end-to-end delivery of data management services across single and multi-service clinical trials. This role ensures high-quality, timely, and budget-aligned deliverables that meet customer expectations. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership in project planning, execution, and close-out, while also mentoring junior team members and serving as a subject matter expert in clinical data management.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients on data management deliverables.
• Lead multiple large-scale global studies or programs of studies.
• Negotiate directly with clients on timelines, budgets, processes, and resources.
• Provide training and development to junior data management staff.
• Oversee service delivery, milestone tracking, and quality assurance.
• Manage budgets, SOWs, and financial reporting for assigned projects.
• Support RFPs, bid defenses, and pricing discussions.
• Drive process improvements and contribute to best practice initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with GCP, regulatory guidelines, SOPs, and internal policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in health, biological, clinical, or mathematical sciences.
• Minimum 10 years of clinical data management experience.
• At least 7 years as an independent lead on global trials.
• Proven ability to manage large trials (1,000+ patients) through full DM lifecycle.
• Strong knowledge of CDM processes, regulatory standards, and therapeutic areas.
• Experience in client negotiations and bid defense meetings.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, pharmacology, anatomy, and physiology.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Location & Compensation

• Remote (U.S)
• Competitive salary range with annual incentive bonus.