Senior CDM Geography Lead — Hybrid Operations

MSD; Guaduas; Hybrid; COP 381,607,000 - 572,410,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD is seeking an Associate Director, CDM Geography Lead to oversee data-management operations within the assigned geography. You will drive efficiency, compliance, and staff development across sites, aligning with GDMS standards and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities include leading local teams, coordinating workload forecasting, and ensuring inspection readiness while partnering with cross-functional leaders to share best practices and mitigate risks.

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical data management and data standards.
• Knowledge of GDMS and GCTO processes and regulatory guidelines.
• Proven ability to lead diverse teams and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day data-management execution within the geography, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Lead and develop local teams, align with GDMS standards, and drive onboarding.
• Maintain inspection readiness and collaborate with cross-functional partners.

Skills

Data management

Workload planning

Regulatory knowledge

Audit readiness

Leadership

Communication

English proficiency

GCP/GDMS familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Science/Data/IT

Advanced degree (MS/PhD) preferred

Tools

PL/SQL

Job description

MSD is seeking an Associate Director, CDM Geography Lead to oversee data-management operations within the assigned geography. You will drive efficiency, compliance, and staff development across sites, aligning with GDMS standards and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities include leading local teams, coordinating workload forecasting, and ensuring inspection readiness while partnering with cross-functional leaders to share best practices and mitigate risks.