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Senior Clinical Data Team Lead

Thermo Fisher Scientific
5+ years
₹10 – ₹18 LPA
Bangalore, India
15 Aug. 6, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time, Hybrid, Remote Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Clinical Trials, Detail-Oriented, Drug Development, Lifesciences, Negotiation Skills, Regulatory Compliance

Senior Clinical Data Team Lead

Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific
Job Title: Senior Clinical Data Team Lead
Department: Clinical Data Management
Work Schedule: Second Shift (Afternoons)
Work Environment: Office-based
Employment Type: Full-time


About the Company

Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in serving science, supporting pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology organizations, healthcare providers, and research institutions.

The company provides clinical research services, laboratory solutions, and scientific technologies that help accelerate the development of medicines and improve healthcare outcomes.

Thermo Fisher Scientific has supported leading pharmaceutical companies and biotechnology organizations across thousands of clinical trials globally.


Job Summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific is hiring a Senior Clinical Data Team Lead to manage clinical data management activities for complex clinical studies.

The role involves leading data management projects, coordinating with internal teams and clients, ensuring compliance with clinical research standards, managing project timelines, monitoring study metrics, and mentoring junior data management professionals.

The selected candidate will act as a key data management expert and liaison between project teams, clients, and internal stakeholders.


Experience Required

Minimum Experience:

  • 5+ years of relevant experience in Clinical Data Management.

Preferred experience:

  • Leading clinical data management studies.

  • Managing complex/high-volume clinical trials.

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

  • Client-facing clinical data management experience.


Educational Qualification

Required:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent qualification.

Preferred backgrounds:

  • Life Sciences

  • Pharmacy

  • Biotechnology

  • Clinical Research

  • Healthcare Sciences

  • Related disciplines


Job Responsibilities

Clinical Data Management Leadership

  • Act as Lead Data Manager for one or more clinical projects.

  • Apply clinical study protocols to daily data management activities.

  • Guide team members on protocol application and data management processes.

  • Ensure project activities meet:

    • Quality requirements

    • Timelines

    • Budget expectations

    • Regulatory standards


Client & Stakeholder Management

  • Serve as a liaison between:

    • Data Management teams

    • Project Leads

    • Clients

    • Cross-functional departments

  • Communicate project updates and resolve data management-related issues.

  • Maintain strong client relationships.


Study Monitoring & Reporting

  • Prepare project-specific status reports.

  • Monitor and analyze study metrics.

  • Identify risks and escalate issues according to risk management processes.

  • Track project progress and ensure timely delivery.


Project Planning & Resource Management

  • Support project forecasting activities.

  • Identify resource requirements.

  • Assist with:

    • Budget monitoring

    • Scope management

    • Contract modification processes

  • Support project timelines and workload planning.


Complex Study Management

  • Lead high-volume and highly complex clinical studies.

  • Independently manage and delegate study activities.

  • Ensure completion of:

    • Data review activities

    • Data management deliverables

    • Study milestones

within defined timelines.


Team Mentoring & Training

  • Mentor junior clinical data management staff.

  • Provide guidance on:

    • Data management processes

    • Study activities

    • Quality standards

  • Support training and development of study team members.


Business Development Support

  • Participate in business development activities when required.

  • Support:

    • Bid preparation

    • Proposal activities

    • Bid defense meetings

  • Represent Clinical Data Management capabilities.


Required Skills

  • Clinical Data Management (CDM)

  • Clinical Trial Data Processes

  • Study Management

  • Data Review & Quality Management

  • Project Management

  • Risk Management

  • Regulatory Compliance

  • SOP Compliance

  • Client Communication

  • Team Leadership

  • Clinical Research Processes

  • Data Management Systems

  • Documentation Management


Preferred Skills

  • Experience as Clinical Data Manager / Lead Data Manager.

  • CRO experience.

  • Pharmaceutical clinical trial experience.

  • Experience handling global studies.

  • Knowledge of:

    • Clinical databases

    • EDC systems

    • Data cleaning processes

    • Clinical trial workflows

  • Experience mentoring data management teams.


Roles and Responsibilities

  • Lead clinical data management activities.

  • Manage complex clinical studies.

  • Coordinate with clients and project teams.

  • Ensure compliance with SOPs and regulatory guidelines.

  • Monitor project metrics and timelines.

  • Support budgeting and resource planning.

  • Train and mentor junior team members.

  • Act as a subject matter expert for data management processes.


Work Environment

  • Office-based role.

  • Second shift (afternoon schedule).

  • Exposure to clinical research operations.

  • Occasional travel may be required:

    • Domestic travel

    • International travel

    • Site visits


Estimated Salary Package

The official job posting does not mention salary details. Based on Indian market standards for Senior Clinical Data Management roles:

Experience

Estimated Annual CTC

5–7 years CDM experience

₹10 – ₹18 LPA

7–10 years Lead Data Manager experience

₹15 – ₹25 LPA

Senior Clinical Data Lead (CRO/Global Studies)

₹20 – ₹30+ LPA

Expected Salary Range: ₹15–25 LPA depending on clinical trial experience, client handling exposure, leadership skills, and organization compensation structure.


Career Growth Opportunities

Possible career progression:

  • Clinical Data Manager

  • Senior Clinical Data Manager

  • Clinical Data Project Manager

  • Associate Director – Clinical Data Management

  • Director – Data Management Operations


Who Should Apply

Ideal candidates:

  • Clinical Data Management professionals with 5+ years of experience.

  • Candidates with CRO/pharmaceutical clinical trial exposure.

  • Professionals experienced in:

    • Leading studies

    • Managing clients

    • Data review processes

    • Team mentoring

    • Regulatory compliance


Job Highlights

  • Leadership role in global clinical research operations.

  • Opportunity to manage complex clinical trials.

  • Client-facing responsibilities.

  • Exposure to global pharmaceutical and biotechnology studies.

  • Strong career growth pathway in Clinical Data Management.


Employment Type

Full-time | Office-based | Second Shift