Senior Azure Lakehouse Architect - Data Modernization Lead

Dacodes; Quilmes; On-site; ARS 115,301,000 - 169,108,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA seeks a Data Lead to drive end-to-end data migration into Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM. You will manage a junior resource, coordinate data mapping and cleansing with client teams, and ensure data integrity across the project lifecycle.

You will also oversee sample data loads, align with integration schedules, and prepare go-live data loads. You will define the migration approach, develop Excel-based load templates, and provide system specifications to client teams responsible for populating

Qualifications

• Experience leading end-to-end data migration projects into CRM systems.
• Strong data mapping and transformation logic expertise.
• Proven data quality management and cleansing capabilities.
• Knowledge of CRM data models and CRM requirements.
• Experience with release management and deployment coordination.
• Ability to guide client teams and coordinate across multiple regions.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage end-to-end data management delivery for projects.
• Provide leadership to data teams and act as SME in CDM-related tasks.
• Lead client communications and manage data-related milestones and budgets.
• Coordinate data loads in development and go-live environments.
• Oversee data mapping, transformation, and quality assurance activities.

Skills

Data Migration execution

Data Mapping

Data Cleansing

CRM data models

Release Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Health/clinical/biological/mathematical sciences

Job description

The Data Lead will oversee the end-to-end data migration effort into Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM, managing one junior resource and ensuring alignment across all data-related activities throughout the project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities include defining and coordinating the data migration approach, developing Excel-based data load templates for client completion, and providing clear system specifications and guidance to client teams responsible for populating these templates. The Data Lead will work closely with the client’s data team, which is responsible for data mapping and cleansing, to ensure data quality, completeness, and alignment with CRM requirements. The role will also be responsible for executing sample and partial data loads into lower environments to support development and validation activities. Additionally, the Data Lead will manage dependencies across upstream systems, remain aligned with integration load schedules, and coordinate full data loads in preparation for go-live.

Required Skills

• Data Migration execution and strategy
• Data Mapping and transformation logic
• Data Cleansing and quality management
• Familiarity with CRM data models and requirements
• Release Management and deployment coordination

Mexico City, Mexico
Buenos Aires, Argentina
São Paulo, Brazil
Bogota, Colombia
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Job Overview

+ Independently manage end-to-end delivery of data management services for single/multi-service projects, ensuring quality deliverables on time and within budget, to customer satisfaction. Provide comprehensive data management expertise to Clinical Data Management (CDM) team to provide high quality data management products that meet customer needs. Provide leadership and vision to the team in the areas of project planning, execution, and close-out; financial management; communications; and milestone deliverables. May perform role of Data Team Lead (DTL), Program Lead, Customer Site Manager, and/or a leadership role in a specific CDM task (e.g., Subject Matter Expert (SME). Comply with Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), applicable regulatory guidelines, SOPs, policies, and, where available, CDM guidance documents.

Essential Functions

Client Management:
+ Serve as primary point of contact for customer on data management deliverables.
+ Manage multiple large studies or program of studies (possibly global) Provide leadership and senior support to DTLs on multiple large global studies/programs of global studies Provide leadership and senior support to DTLs on multiple large global studies/programs of global studies.
+ Provide project management expertise working with customer data managers, key decision makers, and internal team members to manage continuous process improvements, issue escalation, workload projections, and provide technical expertise.
+ Lead direct negotiations with customer, e.g., timelines, financial, process, resources.
+ Maintain strong customer relationships.
+ Ensure open communications with customer and IQVIA management to independently manage and meet contractual obligations.
Service Management:
+ Meet with Data Operations Coordinator (DOC) and/or Data Operations team members on a regular basis to ensure milestones meet timelines and quality deliverables.
+ Provide training and development on data management expertise to junior team members.
+ Establish strong communications with Data Operations team, functional leads, project managers and all other stakeholders.
+ Independently manage DM service delivery with comprehensive DM process and technical expertise in executing projects
+ Serve as the escalation point for unresolved data issues.
+ Independently work with client data managers, vendors, internal team members for resolution
+ Ensure appropriate resources are assigned to meet project deliverables.
+ Create and/or review and sign-off on all data management plan (DMP) documents.
+ Ensure service and quality meet agreed upon specifications per the DMP and contract/SOW.
+ Implement proactive quality management plans across multiple projects/programs/customer account. Manage service performance and provide leadership to identify root causes of issues and implement remedial actions.
+ Continuously look for opportunities to improve service.
+ Develop and work with team to implement plan to re-organize and drive change (possibly across a customer account)
+ Ensure timely follow-up and resolution of compliance issues.
+ Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME)
+ Provide leadership and expertise in a specific CDM task or technology.
+ Serve as customer site lead for one or more customers.
+ Train and mentor junior DTL staff in DM expertise
+ May coordinate the work of more junior DTL staff.
+ Independently maintain internal tracking databases and systems
Financial Management/Business Development Support:
+ Independently manage SOW/budget
+ Review financial reports monthly and participate in project reviews as requested.
+ Identify out of scope tasks and track change orders to completion.
+ Participate in pricing discussions across customer account.
+ Serve as Project Manager for single service DM projects, including financial tracking, revenue recognition, and invoicing.
+ Independently support RFP process (review RFP documents, pricing, attend bid defense)
Other:
+ Independently bring process improvements and solutions to the CDM team/CDM department
+ Lead a focus team or global or local best practice team.
+ Communicate lessons learned and/or present in CDM workshop(s)
+ Manage the development and implementation of new technology or tool.
+ Present at professional conferences and/or publish articles in professional journals.
+ Provide review and expert opinion in developing, revising, and maintaining core operating procedures and work instructions.
+ Perform other duties as directed by the functional manager.

Qualifications

Please note that requirements for this position do not align with an Analyst, Architect Data Entry, Design, Engineering, IT, or Research role. Applicants that do not meet the requirements for the position will not be considered.

• Bachelor's Degree Health, clinical, biological, or mathematical sciences, or related field Req
• 7 years direct Data Management experience, including 5 or more years as a CDM project lead. Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Previous experience and proven competence in managing delivery of multiple global trials through full DM life cycle (i.e., large trials of at least 1000 patients).
• Demonstrated expert data management skills and advanced knowledge of the data management process (e.g., therapeutic area, extensive knowledge in DM processes, SAE reconciliation, external data vendor reconciliation, management of local laboratory data, and/or new technology).
• Previous experience and proven competence in handling complex customer negotiations and bid defense meetings independently. Knowledge of Medical Terminology, Pharmacology, Anatomy, and/or Physiology.
• Knowledge of operating procedures and work instructions and the ability to apply them in practice.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices and relevant regulatory guidelines.
• Comprehensive understanding of clinical drug development process.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, and customers.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology, Pharmacology, Anatomy, and/or Physiology.

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 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.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.

To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.

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Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Join Us as a Senior Clinical Data Team Lead - Make an Impact at the Forefront of Innovation We have successfully supported the top 50 pharmaceutical companies and more than 750 biotechs, spanning 2,700 clinical trials across 100+ countries in the last 5 years. As part of our expert team, you'll have the opportunity to ensure operational excellence that makes a real difference in organizational performance. As a Senior Clinical Data Team Lead, you will act as a lead data manager for one or more projects and serve as a liaison to the Project Lead and/or client as required. What You'll Do: + Applies relevant components of the project protocol to daily tasks and directs others on how to apply to their daily tasks. + Acts as an interdepartmental and client liaison for all DM study activities. + Produces project-specific status reports for management, Project Lead and/or clients on a regular basis. + Monitors and analyzes study metrics and escalates per the organization's risk management processes. + May participate in business development activities by assisting with bid preparation and representing data management at bid defense meetings, where required. + Assists with project forecasting of hours and identification of resource requirements. + Assists with the oversight of project budgets including identification of potential out of scope work and participation in the Contract Modification process. + Leads, high volume/highly complex studies. + Independently leads and delegates tasks to ensure timely completion of project activities to project timelines, quality and budget. + Mentors junior level staff on all associated tasks within a