Data Management Lead

Astellas Pharma Inc.; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company seeks a Data Management Lead to oversee data management activities in clinical studies. You will ensure compliant study execution and vendor management while collaborating with stakeholders. This full-time, permanent role offers hybrid working in the UK or Poland, requiring at least one day in the office each quarter.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Data Manager in pharmaceutical or clinical research.
• Understanding of various data sources in clinical trials.
• Professional certification in a relevant clinical development discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee collection of clinical trial data.
• Support multiple studies demonstrating subject matter expertise.
• Perform vendor oversight activities and review processes.

Skills

Database Management

Medical Coding

Reporting Tools

Education

BS/BA in Biological Sciences

Advanced Degrees Preferred

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Data Management Lead

About Astellas: At Astellas, we are a progressive health partner committed to delivering value and outcomes where needed. We focus on innovative science, initially targeting areas with the greatest potential and developing solutions for high-need patient populations, including rare, under-served, or life-threatening diseases. We work directly with patients, healthcare professionals, and regulatory bodies to ensure patient-centric development and access to therapies.

The Opportunity: As a Data Management Lead, you will represent the Quantitative Sciences and Evidence Generation (QSEG) team as the primary data management contact in clinical study meetings and discussions. You will oversee all study-level data management activities within a drug development program, including data standards, eSource, medical coding, database build, external data, and central monitoring. You will ensure timely and compliant execution of studies, manage vendor oversight, and hold accountability for data management deliverables across multiple studies.

Hybrid Working: We offer a flexible hybrid working model, allowing you to balance remote work with in-office presence, typically requiring at least one day per quarter in our Addlestone or Warsaw offices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee collection of clinical trial data from multiple sources.
• Support multiple studies with minimal oversight, demonstrating strong subject matter expertise in data management.
• Perform vendor oversight activities and review processes.
• Review Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and operational data to support investigations.
• Provide training and mentorship to junior data management staff.
• Collaborate with clinical operations and stakeholders to ensure smooth data flow.

Essential Knowledge & Experience:

• Strong computer skills, including database management, reporting tools, and medical coding.
• Understanding of various data sources in clinical trials and external data types.
• Experience in pharmaceutical or clinical research as a Data Manager with increasing responsibilities.

Preferred Experience:

• Professional certification in a relevant clinical development discipline.

Education/Qualifications:

• BS/BA in biological sciences, statistics, health, or computer science; advanced degrees preferred.

Additional Information:

• Permanent, full-time position based in the UK or Poland.
• Role requires a blend of home and in-office work, with at least one day per quarter in the office.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.