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Sr. Data Team Lead

Iqvia
IQVIA
3-5+ years
Not Disclosed
Bengaluru, India
10 Feb. 20, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time 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

Senior Data Team Lead (Clinical Data Management)
Location: Bengaluru, India
Job Type: Full-Time
Reference ID: R1529803
Company: IQVIA

About IQVIA

IQVIA is a global leader in clinical research services, healthcare intelligence, and commercial insights for the life sciences industry. The organization partners with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies to accelerate clinical development, ensure regulatory compliance, and improve patient outcomes worldwide.

This role offers an opportunity to lead end-to-end Clinical Data Management (CDM) delivery for complex global trials within a high-performance, regulatory-driven environment.

Role Overview

The Senior Data Team Lead (Sr. DTL) is responsible for independently managing full lifecycle clinical data management services across single or multi-service projects, including large global programs. This leadership role ensures high-quality data deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and regulatory requirements.

The Sr. DTL serves as the primary client contact for data management activities and may also act as Program Lead, Customer Site Manager, Subject Matter Expert (SME), or Project Manager for data-only services.

Key Responsibilities

Client & Stakeholder Management

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for customers on all data management deliverables.

  • Lead negotiations related to timelines, budgets, processes, and resources.

  • Maintain strong client relationships and ensure contractual obligations are met.

  • Provide escalation support for complex data or operational issues.

Global Clinical Data Management Leadership

  • Manage multiple large-scale global clinical trials or programs through the full data management lifecycle.

  • Provide senior oversight and mentoring to Data Team Leads (DTLs).

  • Oversee Data Management Plans (DMPs), review and approve documentation.

  • Ensure compliance with GCP, regulatory guidelines, SOPs, and internal policies.

Project & Service Delivery Management

  • Ensure milestones are achieved within agreed timelines and quality standards.

  • Coordinate with Data Operations Coordinators (DOCs), project managers, and functional leads.

  • Proactively implement quality management plans across projects.

  • Identify root causes of service issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.

  • Optimize workflows and drive continuous process improvements.

Financial & Business Oversight

  • Manage budgets and Statements of Work (SOW).

  • Review financial reports, revenue recognition, and invoicing processes.

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

  • Participate in bid defense meetings and pricing discussions.

Subject Matter Expertise & Leadership

  • Serve as SME in specialized CDM processes or technologies.

  • Lead development and implementation of new tools or technologies.

  • Mentor and train junior DTL staff in clinical data management best practices.

  • Contribute to global or local best practice initiatives.

  • Present lessons learned in CDM workshops or industry forums.

Required Experience

  • Minimum 5+ years of direct Clinical Data Management (CDM) experience.

  • At least 3+ years of experience as a CDM Project Lead or Data Team Lead preferred.

  • Proven experience managing large global trials (minimum 1,000+ patients) across the full data management lifecycle.

  • Demonstrated expertise in:

    • SAE reconciliation

    • External vendor data reconciliation

    • Local laboratory data management

    • Advanced DM processes and technologies

  • Experience handling complex customer negotiations and bid defense meetings independently.

  • Strong knowledge of GCP guidelines and global regulatory requirements.

  • Comprehensive understanding of the clinical drug development process.

Educational Qualifications

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

Core Competencies

  • Advanced clinical data management lifecycle expertise

  • Strong project and financial management skills

  • Customer relationship and stakeholder engagement expertise

  • Risk assessment and escalation management

  • Regulatory compliance and GCP adherence

  • Leadership, mentoring, and team development capabilities

  • Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills

Why Join IQVIA Clinical Data Management

  • Lead global, large-scale clinical data programs.

  • Work within a regulatory-compliant, high-performance environment.

  • Gain exposure to enterprise-level customer management and strategic decision-making.

  • Contribute to innovative clinical development initiatives that impact global healthcare.

IQVIA maintains strict integrity standards in its recruitment process and enforces a zero-tolerance policy toward candidate fraud or misrepresentation. All submitted information must be accurate and complete.

Advance your leadership career in Clinical Data Management with IQVIA.

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