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Sr Dir, Cdm

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific
12-15 years
Not Disclosed
10 Jan. 20, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time 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

Senior Director – Clinical Data Management (CDM)

Company: [Your Company Name / Global Biopharmaceutical Organization]
Business Unit: Clinical Development / Data Management
Location: India – Open to Hybrid/Remote (Gurugram / Mumbai Preferred)
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: 12–15 Years in Clinical Data Management or related fields
Job Grade: Senior Leadership


Job Overview

We are seeking an accomplished Senior Director – Clinical Data Management (CDM) to lead global clinical data strategies, drive high-quality clinical trial data collection, and ensure regulatory compliance across multiple therapeutic areas. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing complex clinical trials, CDM teams, and data systems in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CRO environment.

As a key member of the Clinical Development leadership team, you will oversee end-to-end CDM operations, implement innovative data solutions, and ensure data integrity and submission readiness for global regulatory authorities.


Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

  • Lead and manage a high-performing global CDM team, fostering collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development

  • Develop and implement clinical data management strategies aligned with organizational goals and regulatory expectations

  • Establish governance frameworks and data standards for multiple ongoing and upcoming clinical trials

Clinical Data Operations

  • Oversee end-to-end clinical data management processes, including database design, validation, EDC management, CRF development, data cleaning, and reconciliation

  • Ensure timely delivery of high-quality clinical trial data for regulatory submissions (NDA, BLA, IND, ANDA)

  • Implement risk-based monitoring, data quality metrics, and CDM KPIs to optimize study efficiency and quality

Technology & Innovation

  • Drive adoption of innovative CDM tools, AI/ML platforms, and automation to improve data accuracy and operational efficiency

  • Evaluate and manage vendor partnerships and CDM outsourcing strategies to support global study operations

Regulatory & Compliance Oversight

  • Ensure all CDM operations comply with ICH-GCP guidelines, regulatory standards, and SOPs

  • Provide oversight for regulatory submission packages and respond to audit and inspection requirements

  • Collaborate with Clinical Operations, Biostatistics, Medical Affairs, and Regulatory teams to ensure alignment and compliance

Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Act as a key interface between internal leadership, external CRO partners, and global regulatory authorities

  • Provide strategic guidance on clinical data trends, regulatory expectations, and operational efficiencies


Job Requirements

Educational Qualification

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, or a related discipline

  • Advanced degrees (MS/PharmD/PhD) preferred

Experience

  • 12–15 years of experience in Clinical Data Management, with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles

  • Proven track record in global clinical trial data management, regulatory submissions, and CDM team leadership

Skills & Competencies

  • In-depth knowledge of EDC systems (Medidata RAVE, Veeva, Oracle Clinical, etc.) and clinical trial processes

  • Strong understanding of CDISC standards (SDTM, ADaM), data validation, and risk-based monitoring

  • Excellent leadership, organizational, and strategic planning skills

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with ability to influence cross-functional teams

  • Demonstrated experience in vendor management, budgeting, and resource planning