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Data Team Lead

1-2 years
Not Disclosed
10 Oct. 28, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Hybrid Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/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

Data Team Lead

📍 Location: Kochi, India (Hybrid)
🕒 Job Type: Full-time
📄 Requisition ID: R1500428
🌐 Additional Location: India


About the Role

The Data Team Lead (DTL) manages the end-to-end delivery of data management services for single or multi-service clinical projects. You will ensure high-quality deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and to client satisfaction. The role requires strong leadership, technical expertise in Clinical Data Management (CDM), and the ability to guide teams across all stages of the data lifecycle—from planning to close-out.


Key Responsibilities

1. Client Management

  • Act as the primary point of contact for clients on data management deliverables.

  • Maintain strong relationships with client data managers and internal stakeholders.

  • Lead discussions on project timelines, budgets, resources, and technical processes.

  • Manage escalations, continuous process improvements, and workload forecasting.

  • Ensure contractual obligations are met with open communication between client and IQVIA management.

2. Service Management

  • Meet regularly with Data Operations Coordinators and team members to review project milestones.

  • Provide technical and process expertise to ensure timely, quality data management services.

  • Review and sign off on Data Management Plans (DMPs) and implement proactive quality measures.

  • Track service performance, identify root causes for issues, and implement corrective actions.

  • Continuously seek process efficiency improvements and compliance with GCP and SOPs.

3. Financial Management & Business Support

  • Monitor project budgets, contracts, and scope of work (SOW).

  • Review financial reports and participate in monthly project reviews.

  • Identify and document out-of-scope activities and manage change orders.

  • Support RFP and bid defense processes, contributing technical and operational expertise.

4. Process Improvement & Leadership

  • Mentor junior team members and promote best practices across CDM operations.

  • Provide input on the development and deployment of new data management technologies.

  • Participate in focus teams or best-practice initiatives to drive department-wide improvement.


Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Health, Clinical, Biological, or Mathematical Sciences (or related field).

  • 1–2 years of direct Data Management experience, including at least 6 months as a project lead.

  • Proven experience managing Phase III or equivalent clinical studies through the full DM lifecycle.

  • Strong understanding of:

    • SAE and vendor data reconciliation

    • Local lab data management

    • Therapeutic area expertise and DM processes

  • Knowledge of Medical Terminology, Pharmacology, Anatomy, and Physiology.

  • Strong grasp of GCP, regulatory guidelines, and company SOPs.

  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to manage projects independently with minimal supervision.


Preferred:

  • Experience with global clinical studies and large datasets.

  • Demonstrated success in client-facing roles and cross-functional collaboration.


About IQVIA

IQVIA is a global leader in clinical research, healthcare analytics, and life sciences consulting, driving smarter connections between data, technology, and people. Our mission is to accelerate the development of innovative medical treatments and improve global patient outcomes.

Learn more at 👉 https://jobs.iqvia.com


How to Apply

🔗 Apply Now: IQVIA Careers – Data Team Lead, Kochi