Associate Director, Clinical Data Management

relaytherapeutics; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 147,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Relay Therapeutics in Cambridge, MA seeks an Associate Director, Clinical Data Management to lead data management across studies, ensuring data integrity and timely deliverables. You will oversee CRO/vendor activities, design CRFs, implement data validation, and drive standards across programs.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in pharma/biotech data management, with strong regulatory knowledge (US CFR, EU CTD, ICH GCP, CDISC), and experience in oncology, CRO oversight, and cross-functional

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in pharmaceutical/biotech data management.
• Sponsor experience preferred.
• Advanced experience with data collection and cleaning across Phase I–III.
• Oncology experience preferred.
• Experience executing clinical studies across phases.
• Strong knowledge of global regulatory/compliance requirements (US CFR, EU CTD, ICH GCP, CDISC).
• Experience in CRO and vendor oversight.
• Self-starter with ability to work in a fast-paced small company.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and execute data management activities for assigned studies, including timelines and deliverables.
• Oversee CROs and vendors for outsourced data management; monitor performance and metrics.
• Lead database development and eCRF design, UAT, data import specs, CRF completion guidelines, data entry guidelines, and related SOPs.
• Lead data validation programs to ensure accuracy of trial data (edit checks, DMP, etc).
• Execute or oversee data cleaning through to database lock; manage queries and data listings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional Relay teams to ensure timely, high-quality data deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements and quality standards.
• Contribute to data standards and participate in data system development and integration projects.
• Participate in SOP development, training of junior data managers, and process mapping.

Job description

Associate Director, Clinical Data Management

As Associate Director, Data Management, you will be accountable for delivery, integrity, and quality of Relay's clinical data across the clinical studies. You will be an integrated member of the Relay Tx Clinical Data Management Team, responsible for the in‑house data management expertise for the execution of clinical studies that will translate Relay's innovative science into impactful medicines for patients. You will report to the Executive Director, Clinical Data Management.

Your Role:

• You will be responsible for oversight and execution of data management activities for the assigned clinical study including data timelines and key deliverables.
• You will work directly with and oversee CROs and vendors for outsourced Data Management activities. Is responsible for CRO performance and data management metrics for assigned programs.
• You will lead database development and eCRF design, UAT, data import specifications, Case Report Form completion guidelines, data entry guidelines and related operations manuals.
• You will lead data validation specifications and programs for assuring the accuracy of clinical trial data, e.g., manual data review guidelines, computerized edit check programs, Data Management Plans (DMP).
• You will be responsible for executing or overseeing data cleaning activities through to database lock: includes generating and managing clinical trial data queries, data review listings, reconciling serious adverse events, coding, central and local lab data, and external data.
• You will collaborate with a dynamic Relay cross-functional team to ensure timeliness and quality of data deliverables.
• You will ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements and quality standards.
• You will contribute to data standards including CRF and participate in data system development initiatives and database integration projects.
• You will participate in SOP development, training of junior data managers, process mapping, and other departmental activities.

Your Background:

• You should ideally have 7+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical / biotechnology industry as a Data Manager. Sponsor experience is strongly preferred.
• You have advanced experience with data collection and cleaning covering Phase I, II and III studies. Oncology experience is preferred.
• You have experience in executing clinical studies across various phases is desirable. Expertise in oncology drug development is preferred.
• You have a strong and current knowledge in global regulatory and compliance requirements including but not limited to US CFR, EU CTD, ICH GCP, and CDISC.
• You have experience in CRO and vendor oversight.
• You are a motivated self-starter who is capable of flourishing in a fast-paced small company environment and able to work independently.
• You are a creative problem-solver with excellent communication and public speaking skills.
• You have strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with a high degree of attention to detail.
• You are pragmatic and able to manage multiple projects and needs effectively.

Estimated Salary Range : [ $147,000 - $210,000 ].

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About Relay Therapeutics

Relay Therapeutics is a clinical-stage precision medicines company transforming the drug discovery process with the goal of bringing life-changing therapies to patients. Built on unparalleled insights into protein motion and how this dynamic behavior relates to protein function, we aim to effectively drug protein targets that have previously been intractable, with an initial focus on enhancing small molecule therapeutic discovery in targeted oncology. Our Dynamo platform integrates an array of leading-edge experimental and computational approaches to provide a differentiated understanding of protein structure and motion to drug these targets. We have built a world-class team of leading experts from each of these disciplines, and they are driven by a deep collaboration at every step of our drug discovery process.

Our team is equal parts fearless and relentless, with a shared passion for working collaboratively in intellectually stimulating environments. If you're excited by the challenge of putting protein motion at the heart of drug discovery and passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients, join us!