IQVIA
Data Team Lead/Senior Data Team Lead
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Professional Overview
Experienced Clinical Data Management professional with proven expertise in leading end-to-end delivery of data management services across single and multi-service clinical projects. Adept at ensuring high-quality deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and in full compliance with GCP, regulatory requirements, and SOPs.
Strong background in acting as a Data Team Lead (DTL), driving project planning, execution, and close-out while fostering collaboration across cross-functional teams. Recognized for delivering customer-focused solutions, managing stakeholder relationships, and implementing continuous process improvements.
Key Responsibilities & Expertise
Client & Stakeholder Management
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients on all data management deliverables
- Build and maintain strong, long-term customer relationships
- Collaborate with client data managers, stakeholders, and internal teams to ensure seamless project execution
- Lead discussions on timelines, resourcing, deliverables, and process improvements
- Manage escalations effectively, ensuring timely resolution of issues
Project & Service Delivery
- Lead full data management lifecycle from study start-up to close-out
- Provide technical and operational leadership across DM projects
- Ensure milestones, deliverables, and timelines are consistently met
- Serve as escalation point for complex or unresolved data issues
- Coordinate closely with Data Operations teams, functional leads, and project managers
- Oversee development, review, and approval of Data Management Plans (DMPs)
- Implement proactive quality management strategies and drive continuous improvement
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Quality & Compliance
- Ensure all processes are aligned with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and regulatory guidelines
- Monitor quality metrics and identify root causes of issues
- Lead corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) where needed
- Maintain compliance with SOPs, policies, and internal systems
Financial & Operational Oversight
- Manage project budgets and Scope of Work (SOW) deliverables
- Review financial performance and contribute to project forecasting
- Identify and manage out-of-scope activities and change orders
- Support revenue tracking, invoicing, and financial reporting
- Contribute to RFP responses, pricing strategies, and bid defense meetings
Leadership & Continuous Improvement
- Provide leadership and mentorship to data management teams
- Promote efficient workflows and high-quality standards
- Contribute to process optimization and implementation of new technologies
- Participate in global and local best practice initiatives
Core Competencies
- Clinical Data Management Lifecycle (Phase I–III, especially Phase III)
- Data Team Leadership (DTL)
- Project Management & Delivery
- Stakeholder & Client Management
- Database & Data Quality Oversight
- SAE & External Vendor Reconciliation
- GCP & Regulatory Compliance
- Cross-functional Team Leadership
- Financial & Resource Management
- Process Improvement & Innovation
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Health, Clinical, Biological, Mathematical Sciences or related field
- ≥3 years Clinical Data Management experience
- ≥1 year experience as Project Lead / Data Team Lead
- Proven delivery of at least one Phase III clinical study
- Strong knowledge of:
- Medical terminology, pharmacology, anatomy, physiology
- Data management systems and processes
- Regulatory requirements and GCP
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Professional Strengths
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer engagement skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Proven ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
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