Manager, Data Management

IPL Labcorp Laboratories India Private Limited; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Labcorp Bengaluru is seeking a Manager, Data Management to lead a high-performing Clinical Data Management team supporting global clinical research programs. This leadership role oversees operations, drives data management delivery, ensures stakeholder satisfaction, and implements global processes and quality standards across studies and regions.

The ideal candidate will be a proven people leader with experience in clinical data management within pharma, biotech, or CRO environments, and will

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related field.
• 10+ years of clinical data management or related experience.
• 2+ years of people or project management experience.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or CRO environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead a CDM team of up to 20 members.
• Oversee daily CDM activities ensuring timelines and quality.
• Collaborate with QA, Medical Affairs, IT, and Study Management.
• Ensure global SOPs and quality standards are followed.

Skills

Data management

People management

Project management

Clinical trials

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences

Job description

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives.

Labcorp is seeking a Manager, Data Management to join our Bengaluru, India team. Work Schedule Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week, on-site (Office-Based). Work Responsibilities: We are seeking an experienced Manager, Data Management to lead a high-performing Clinical Data Management team supporting global clinical research programs. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing team operations, driving excellence in data management delivery, ensuring customer satisfaction, and implementing global processes and quality standards across studies and regions. The successful candidate will be a strong people leader with a passion for operational excellence, stakeholder management, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced global environment.

Leadership & People Management

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Clinical Data Management professionals (up to 20 direct reports).
• Manage team workload, resource allocation, and capacity planning to ensure successful project delivery.
• Promote collaboration, accountability, and effective communication across global teams.
• Support employee development through mentoring, training, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Drive a culture of quality, performance, and continuous improvement.

Operational Excellence

• Oversee day-to-day clinical data management activities to ensure delivery against agreed timelines, quality standards, and service levels.
• Ensure consistent implementation of global SOPs, processes, and best practices.
• Monitor team performance through operational metrics and implement corrective actions where required.
• Coordinate project activities and track progress against established goals and deliverables.
• Support planning, budgeting, and cross-functional operational initiatives.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as a key point of contact for sponsors and internal stakeholders.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including Quality Assurance, Medical Affairs, Protocol Services, Study Management, and IT to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Review clinical data specifications for feasibility and provide strategic recommendations to customers and internal teams.
• Manage customer expectations and proactively resolve issues, concerns, and escalations.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, quality standards, and company procedures.
• Monitor and support compliance with global data management requirements.
• Drive implementation of quality improvement initiatives and performance standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Health Sciences, Management, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience Minimum 10+ years of relevant experience within Labcorp or a comparable clinical research, data management, or healthcare environment.
• People/project management experience of minimum 2 years.
• Significant experience in Clinical Data Management within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CRO industry.

Additional Job Description

• Proven experience leading and developing teams in a global environment.
• Strong knowledge of clinical trial processes, data management methodologies, and industry regulations.
• Excellent project management, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities with the ability to influence across functions and geographies.
• Experience supporting clinical trials and drug development programs across the study lifecycle.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams within a matrix organization to achieve project and operational objectives.
• Prior experience in lab/clinical data management or healthcare, medical, or laboratory functions.

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