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Manager, Clinical Data Management

IQVIA
14+ years
INR 28 LPA – 40 LPA
Bangalore, India
1 June 23, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Hybrid Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: Clinical Trials, Detail-Oriented, Drug Development, Lifesciences, Negotiation Skills, Regulatory Compliance

MANAGER, CLINICAL DATA MANAGEMENT

Company: IQVIA
Location: Bengaluru, India
Employment Type: Full Time
Work Mode: Hybrid
Job Requisition ID: R1552030

JOB OVERVIEW

The Manager, Clinical Data Management is responsible for leading and supporting a team of Clinical Data Management professionals to efficiently deliver high-quality clinical databases and data management deliverables that meet customer and regulatory requirements. The role combines people leadership, operational management, project oversight, client engagement, and strategic planning within the clinical research environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Clinical Data Management Leadership

  • Provide expert review and guidance for Clinical Data Management deliverables.

  • Oversee development of:

    • CRF/eCRF Design

    • Database Design and Setup

    • Edit Check Programming

    • Validation Specifications

    • Data Management Plans (DMPs)

    • Database Deliverables

  • Ensure quality, consistency, and regulatory compliance across projects.

  • Support internal and external customers with technical expertise.

• Team Management

  • Lead and manage Clinical Data Management professionals.

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

  • Monitor:

    • Project status

    • Timelines and deliverables

    • Resource utilization

    • Training compliance

    • Career development plans

  • Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback.

  • Identify skill gaps and create development plans.

• Employee Development & Engagement

  • Develop employee engagement initiatives.

  • Support professional growth and career progression.

  • Mentor staff in:

    • Data Management processes

    • Clinical development lifecycle

    • Regulatory requirements

    • Data systems and technologies

  • Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture.

• Project & Resource Management

  • Collaborate with project leads on:

    • Resource planning

    • Work allocation

    • Staffing requirements

    • Technology requirements

    • Workload forecasting

  • Ensure optimal utilization of team resources.

  • Develop action plans to address project risks and capacity issues.

• Client & Stakeholder Management

  • Participate in:

    • Bid Defenses

    • Kick-Off Meetings (KOMs)

    • Client Discussions

    • Proposal Reviews

  • Provide operational input into:

    • RFIs (Request for Information)

    • RFPs (Request for Proposal)

    • Project Budgets

  • Build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.

• Financial Management

  • Monitor project financial health.

  • Support:

    • EAC (Estimate at Completion)

    • Forecasting

    • Burn Rate Monitoring

    • Out-of-Scope (OOS) Identification

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

  • Ensure efficient utilization of project resources.

• Risk Management

  • Identify project risks and operational issues.

  • Develop mitigation strategies.

  • Escalate concerns appropriately.

  • Proactively manage potential delivery challenges.

• Audit & Inspection Readiness

  • Participate in internal and external audits.

  • Support regulatory inspections.

  • Ensure team readiness and compliance.

  • Maintain adherence to SOPs and quality standards.

• Communication & Leadership

  • Effectively communicate organizational updates.

  • Escalate challenges and opportunities to leadership.

  • Promote cross-functional collaboration.

  • Support decision-making through clear communication.

EDUCATION

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Statistics, Computer Science, Healthcare, or related field.

  • Advanced degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE

14+ Years of Relevant Experience

  • Clinical Data Management Experience

  • Clinical Research Industry Experience

  • Clinical Trial Database Management

  • Data Management Leadership Experience

  • People Management Experience

Mandatory

  • Minimum 3+ Years of People Management / Line Management Experience