Strategic Associate Director, Clinical Data Management

Worldwide; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Worldwide Clinical Trials is seeking an experienced leader to oversee the Data Management department. The role ensures alignment with regulatory requirements and sponsor expectations while guiding a team of managers through strategic initiatives and day-to-day operations.

The position emphasizes governance, process improvement, and financial oversight across projects, with a strong focus on data integrity and trial efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in biomedical sciences, life sciences, computer science or related discipline.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in clinical data management or related field.
• 6–8 years of line management experience.
• Promotion to the next level is based on competency and responsibility, not years alone.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operations comply with regulations, GCP, Worldwide SOPs and sponsor requirements.
• Provide line management for assigned management team and set objectives.
• Contribute to strategic management and resource planning for the department.
• Oversee project deliverables, profitability, and risk mitigation for department projects.
• Lead departmental SOP development and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Data management best practices

Interpersonal skills

Clinical trial knowledge

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Project management

Line management

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in biomedical sciences / life sciences / computer science

Job description

Worldwide Clinical Trials is seeking an experienced leader to oversee the Data Management department. The role ensures alignment with regulatory requirements and sponsor expectations while guiding a team of managers through strategic initiatives and day-to-day operations.

The position emphasizes governance, process improvement, and financial oversight across projects, with a strong focus on data integrity and trial efficiency.