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Manager, Database Developer, Clinical Database Management

Pfizer
Pfizer
10 years
Not Disclosed
Chennai, India
10 March 11, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Hybrid Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ 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

Job Title: Manager, Database Developer – Clinical Data Management
Company: Pfizer
Location: India – Chennai (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job ID: 4952358
Experience Required: Minimum 10 years of project management experience in clinical data management, pharmaceutical, biotech, or CRO environments.

About Pfizer
Pfizer is a global biopharma company committed to delivering breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Our Research & Development teams focus on advancing innovative medicines while maintaining the highest standards of scientific integrity and operational excellence.

Role Summary
The Manager, Database Developer – Clinical Data Management, within the Clinical Data Sciences (CDS) group, provides project management leadership for clinical databases and associated technologies supporting Pfizer’s clinical portfolio. This role oversees database design, development, change control, and ensures data integrity while applying Pfizer standards across study assets and submissions. The manager serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for database build within the assigned Therapy Area and collaborates closely with Clinical Data Scientists to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery of CDS responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Database Development & Project Management

  • Lead the full development cycle of clinical databases and data capture solutions to ensure quality, accuracy, and timely delivery.

  • Perform impact analyses for proposed changes to tools and processes, communicating outcomes to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

  • Plan study activities in database management and proactively identify risks with mitigation strategies.

  • Act as an expert in database development and data management best practices, providing guidance to junior staff and cross-functional teams.

Operational Excellence & Process Improvement

  • Ensure compliance with internal SOPs, Pfizer standards, and regulatory requirements.

  • Collaborate with Clinical Data Scientists to optimize application of data capture standards, data review plans, and CDS deliverables.

  • Identify opportunities for process and product improvement, implementing innovative solutions to enhance database operations and clinical data management efficiency.

  • Lead internal initiatives and represent database management in CDS projects and standardization efforts.

Stakeholder Engagement & Leadership

  • Serve as a project management resource for study teams, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration across CDS functions.

  • Participate in Pfizer Standards meetings and other governance forums, contributing expertise on database development and clinical data operations.

  • Mentor junior team members and provide guidance on complex database issues.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Computer Science, or equivalent.

  • Minimum 10 years of project management experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, CRO, or regulatory settings, focusing on data capture and clinical database solutions.

  • Strong proficiency with EDC systems, Clinical Data Management Systems, relational databases (e.g., Oracle InForm, Data Management Workbench, MS SQL Server, MS Access) and data visualization tools (e.g., Spotfire, J-Review).

  • Experience with project management software such as MS Project or equivalent.

  • Excellent communication, decision-making, influencing, and negotiation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Understanding of clinical drug development and data operations supporting study reporting, regulatory submissions, and safety updates.

  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements, CDISC standards, and data management best practices.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).

Physical/Mental Requirements

  • Primarily office-based role requiring extended periods of computer work and presentation delivery.

Why Join Pfizer?
This role offers the opportunity to lead critical clinical database initiatives supporting global clinical trials, ensuring high-quality data and operational excellence. Join Pfizer to advance your career while contributing to life-changing medicines and innovative clinical research.

Work Location: Hybrid – Chennai, India
Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable employment legislation in each jurisdiction.