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Associate Clinical Data Manager

Fortrea
6-8 years
Not Disclosed
Bangalore, India
1 June 5, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, mRS and EQ-5D-5L., Narrative Writing

Associate Clinical Data Manager

Company: Fortrea
Job Title: Associate Clinical Data Manager (ACDM)
Location: Bangalore, India
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Requisition ID: 262855


About Fortrea

Fortrea is a leading global Contract Research Organization (CRO) dedicated to advancing clinical development through innovative technologies, scientific expertise, and operational excellence. The company partners with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device organizations worldwide to support the successful execution of clinical trials and accelerate the delivery of life-changing therapies.


Position Summary

The Associate Clinical Data Manager (ACDM) is responsible for providing end-to-end Clinical Data Management (CDM) leadership across assigned clinical studies. This role oversees all data management activities from study startup through database lock, ensuring delivery of high-quality clinical data in accordance with sponsor requirements, regulatory standards, project timelines, and budget expectations.

The position serves as the primary Data Management lead for assigned studies, working directly with sponsors, project teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to drive project execution, risk management, data quality, and operational excellence.


Key Responsibilities

Clinical Data Management Leadership

  • Lead Clinical Data Management activities across assigned clinical studies.

  • Manage data management deliverables from:

    • Study Startup

    • Database Build

    • Data Cleaning

    • Query Management

    • Data Reconciliation

    • Database Lock

  • Ensure all deliverables meet sponsor expectations, quality standards, and project timelines.

  • Provide oversight and direction to Clinical Data Management study teams.


Study Planning & Execution

  • Lead studies involving:

    • Healthy Volunteer Studies

    • Patient-Based Clinical Trials

    • Multi-Center Clinical Studies

    • Complex or Accelerated Timeline Projects

  • Develop and manage study timelines aligned with contracted milestones.

  • Participate in Study Initiation Meetings and project planning activities.

  • Coordinate study setup and operational readiness activities.


Project & Sponsor Management

  • Serve as the primary Data Management contact for sponsors.

  • Understand sponsor requirements and ensure successful implementation.

  • Build and maintain strong sponsor relationships.

  • Review client satisfaction metrics and identify improvement opportunities.

  • Manage scope changes and ensure appropriate sponsor approvals are obtained.

  • Communicate project status, risks, and deliverables to stakeholders.


Cross-Functional Team Leadership

Collaborate with:

  • Clinical Operations

  • Biostatistics

  • SAS Programming

  • PK/PD Teams

  • EDC Design Teams

  • Project Management

  • Sponsor Services

Lead internal data-focused project meetings and ensure alignment across functional teams.


Risk Management & Issue Resolution

  • Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.

  • Escalate critical issues appropriately.

  • Support achievement of database lock milestones.

  • Conduct proactive monitoring of project performance and deliverables.

  • Implement corrective actions when necessary.


Clinical Data Quality & Reconciliation

  • Ensure integrity, completeness, and accuracy of clinical trial data.

  • Oversee:

    • Data Review Activities

    • Query Resolution Processes

    • Data Validation Activities

    • Data Cleaning Processes

  • Perform and oversee reconciliation between:

    • Clinical Databases

    • Safety Databases

    • Laboratory Data

    • Third-Party Vendor Data

  • Support local laboratory system integrations and batch data loading processes.


Compliance & Regulatory Oversight

  • Ensure all activities comply with:

    • ICH-GCP Guidelines

    • Study Protocols

    • Sponsor Requirements

    • Global SOPs

    • Regulatory Standards

  • Support audits and inspection readiness activities.

  • Address audit findings and implement corrective actions as needed.


Team Development & Mentorship

  • Provide leadership and mentorship to Clinical Data Management team members.

  • Coach junior staff on:

    • Data Management Processes

    • Clinical Trial Operations

    • Quality Standards

    • Best Practices

  • Support performance evaluations and career development initiatives.

  • Provide constructive feedback and training support.


Business Development Support

  • Represent Clinical Data Management and Biometrics functions during:

    • New Business Opportunities

    • Proposal Discussions

    • Sponsor Meetings

  • Promote Fortrea's Biometrics capabilities and services.

  • Support project feasibility assessments and operational planning.


Continuous Improvement & Innovation

  • Stay updated on emerging Data Management technologies and industry trends.

  • Evaluate opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency.

  • Support implementation of innovative data management solutions.

  • Promote best practices across projects and teams.


Educational Qualifications

Required

Bachelor’s Degree in:

  • Life Sciences

  • Pharmacy (B.Pharm / M.Pharm)

  • Biotechnology

  • Health Sciences

  • Clinical Research

  • Biological Sciences

  • Related Scientific Discipline

Equivalent education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal degree requirements.


Experience Requirements

Mandatory

  • 6–8 years of Clinical Data Management experience.

  • Minimum 1 year of direct sponsor management experience.

  • Experience leading clinical studies and managing project deliverables.

  • Experience working within CRO, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology environments.