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Senior Data Strategist

5+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Sept. 17, 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

Job Title: Senior Data Strategist (Principal Data Manager)

📍 Location: Bengaluru, India | Hybrid
🏢 Work Type: Full-time
📄 Job Code: R1501324


Job Overview

The Senior Data Strategist (Principal Data Manager) will oversee end-to-end data operations for global clinical trials and laboratory studies, ensuring high-quality, clean, and analyzable databases. This role provides leadership to the CDM team, manages customer relationships, drives process improvement, and delivers data management excellence across multiple complex projects.


Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Project Oversight

  • Serve as Data Team Lead (DTL) for 6–10 global clinical trials or 40+ complex central laboratory studies.

  • Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the CDM team.

  • Act as a back-up for Data Team Lead or Data Operations Coordinator (DOC) as required.

  • Represent CDM in customer negotiations on complex timelines, budgets, and deliverables.

Customer & Business Development

  • Manage CDM customer relationships, ensuring satisfaction and delivery excellence.

  • Lead business development presentations and capabilities discussions with clients.

  • Provide expert input during bid defense meetings and project negotiations.

Operational Management

  • Oversee project delivery through the full data management lifecycle, from start-up to database lock.

  • Manage:

    • Project timelines and milestones

    • Quality control and issue resolution

    • Resource allocation

    • Budget/SOW (scope of work) justification and management

  • Ensure adherence to SOPs, work instructions, and regulatory standards.

Technical Expertise & Innovation

  • Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in specialized data management areas (e.g., SAE reconciliation, central laboratory data, therapeutic areas, or new technology).

  • Lead process improvement initiatives and implementation of new technologies/tools.

  • Present at professional conferences and publish in industry journals.

Team Development

  • Mentor team members to develop clinical data management expertise.

  • Manage best practice teams or focus groups within CDM.

  • Support training initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.


Qualifications

  • Education:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Clinical, Biological, or Mathematical Sciences, or Nursing qualification (required).

    • Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

  • Experience:

    • Minimum 5 years’ experience in Clinical Data Management (CDM).

    • Proven ability to manage multiple large global projects (including trials with >1000 patients).

    • Demonstrated experience in customer negotiations, bid defense, and client management.

    • Strong knowledge of CDM processes, SOPs, and specialized data management skills.

  • Skills:

    • Excellent organizational, leadership, and project management skills.

    • Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.

    • Comprehensive understanding of clinical drug development processes.

    • Ability to resolve complex issues independently and provide expert solutions.


About IQVIA

IQVIA is a global leader in clinical research services, commercial insights, and healthcare intelligence. We accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.

🌐 Learn more: IQVIA Careers


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