Senior Clinical Data Manager - FSO

FTMAI Fortrea Development Ltd; Maidenhead; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contributions

Health insurance plans

Remote working allowances

Work-life balance

Flexible hours

Mentor onboarding

Job summary

Fortrea is seeking a Senior Clinical Data Manager to lead data management activities across late phase studies, with the option to work remotely or in a hybrid setup. You will develop global Data Management Plans and Quality Management Plans, deliver accurate data, and act as the project liaison for data management metrics and timelines.

The role requires expertise in CRF/eCRF design, data modeling, and collaboration with clinical, programming, statistics and drug safety teams.

Qualifications

• Lead experience in late-phase trials (IIb-III).
• Deep knowledge of clinical data management and CDM processes.
• Experience with data modelling, CRF design, and data review guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead data management activities across late-phase studies.
• Develop global Data Management Plans and Quality Management Plans.
• Coordinate CRF/eCRF design and data validation checks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and timely delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Data management

Clinical trials

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Education

University degree in life sciences or related field

Tools

RAVE

EDC systems

Job description

Senior Clinical Data Manager (remote or hybrid) – Full Service

Do you have experience leading data management activities across late phase studies? Are you looking for a new challenge in an environment where you be closely supported by your Manager, peers and Senior Leaders in your team?

What you can expect from us Office based or home based in the listed countries in EMEA.

• Rewarding and meaningful work in an established, diverse, highly profitable and respected global company
• Highly competitive compensation packages, including various local benefits such as pension contributions, complimentary health insurance plans, remote working allowances etc.
• A genuine work life balance
• Flexibility in working hours
• A thorough onboarding with support from your personal mentor
• A permanent employment contract with Fortrea

In this opportunity, you will serve as the technical leader on all data management aspects for project(s) including start-up, maintenance, and completion activities. Develop global Data Management Plans and Quality Management (QM) Plans that will deliver accurate, timely, consistent, and quality clinical data. Identify and implement solutions to project data management issues and concerns, including proactive prevention strategies based on metrics and forecasts. Serve as the project and client liaison including management and provision of project specific data management status, cycle time, and productivity metrics. Coordinate and participate in the development of the clinical data model and/or database design and annotate the CRF (eCRF) according to these specifications. Review data acquisition conventions and data review guidelines / diagnostic specifications consistent with the clinical data model, [statistical] analysis plans, and CRF (eCRF) completion / monitoring conventions. Coordinate the development and testing of data management systems edit / data validation checks) diagnostics) and special listings / procedures used as tools for the data review and discrepancy management activities. Interact and collaborate with other project and specialty team members (clinical, programming, statistics, CDM technical support, drug safety, etc.) to support the set‑up, maintenance, and closure of the data management aspects of the project to ensure consistent, cohesive data handling and quality. Advanced planning and risk management for projects (issue escalation, resource management). Oversee the technical performance of the data review project staff on achieving client satisfaction through delivery of quality data, on‑time and on‑budget. Assist with goal creation and performance review assessment for data review project staff. Maintain technical data management competencies via participation in internal and external training seminars. Ensure project staff are trained and adhere to project‑specific, global, standardized data management processes. Identify areas for process and efficiency improvement and implement solutions on assigned projects. Support achievement of project revenue and operating margin for data management activities to agreed targets. Support business development for data management time and cost estimates and prepare and present to potential clients on global data management capabilities.

Qualifications

• University/college degree (life science, pharmacy or related subject preferred), or certification in a related allied health profession from an appropriately accredited institution (e.g., nursing certification, medical or laboratory technology). Additional relevant work experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications.
• Lead experience across a mix of therapeutic areas especially across Late Phase (IIb-III) trials.
• EDC experience – ideally you will have RAVE experience and experience across other EDCs would be advantageous.
• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• In depth knowledge of clinical trial process and data management, clinical operations, biometrics, quality management, and systems applications to support operations.
• Working knowledge of the relationship and regulatory obligation of the CRO industry with pharmaceutical / biotechnological companies.
• Ability to lead by example teams on project strategies and achievement of department goals, objectives, and initiatives and to encourage team members to seek solutions.

Fortrea is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: As an EOE/AA employer, Fortrea strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. We encourage all to apply.

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