Associate Director, Data Analytics and Technical Solutions

Alkermes; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 167,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance pay bonus

Competitive benefits package

Hybrid working environment

Job summary

Alkermes is seeking a Data Solutions Manager based in Boston, MA, to lead the design and governance of the clinical data ecosystem. This critical role collaborates with various teams to implement data strategies and ensure effective data collection processes.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree, significant experience in pharmaceutical data solutions, and advanced technical skills, including knowledge of Snowflake and EDC platforms. The role supports a hybrid working model with competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management credential preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of GCP/ICH standards, CDISC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support clinical operation data strategy and development initiatives.
• Lead and support clinical data technology-based data collection initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with data analytics teams to build robust data models.

Skills

Databases

EDC platforms

Snowflake

Tableau

Python

SQL

SAS programming

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or technical discipline

Master’s or MBA

Job description

Job Description

Reporting to the Director, Data Analytics and Technical Solutions, this position is responsible for designing, maintaining and governing the Technical Solutions’ clinical data ecosystem. It will bridge the gap between complex clinical data sources and actionable business intelligence metrics utilized by Clinical Operations, Data Management and Clinical Programming departments within the Clinical Development Operations organization.

Responsibilities

• Support the clinical operation data strategy and development initiatives including systems and technology integration, data collection and data storage into Alkermes Data Lake.
• Lead and/or support other clinical data technology‑based data collection initiatives including EDC, IxRS, and ePRO/eCOA.
• Develop data models, data flow and data governance & standards processes utilizing industry standards like CDISC.
• Collaborate closely with the data analytics teams to build robust data models in Snowflake to support clinical analytics.
• Support CDO leaders and other functional leaders to ensure data collection effectiveness and efficiencies from systems and technology platforms.
• Collaborate closely with clinical development operations teams to triage study or program level data collection issues, risks and performance within business data collection processes, systems and/or technology.
• Support clinical data review, analytics and RBM solutions including data visualization and mining using contemporary or industry best practice tools.
• Champion efficient industry best practices and promote technical innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or technical discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field) required; Master’s or MBA preferred.
• Demonstrated background in science and/or information technology, with a strong technical foundation.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management credential preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Advanced technical expertise in databases, EDC platforms, Snowflake, Tableau, data imports/integrations; Python, SQL and/or SAS programming.
• Experience supporting or driving data solutions projects or system implementation (e.g., data dashboards, data warehouse, data visualization and/or risk‑based data review tools/systems) is a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of GCP/ICH standards, 21 CFR Part 11, CDISC requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across cross‑functional teams.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proven analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts and data insights clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Benefits and Working Arrangements

Alkermes has adopted a hybrid working environment. The role will operate flexibly, spending 60 % of time in the office and 40 % working from home, with a requirement of at least three days on site weekly in the Waltham, MA office. This position is not eligible for fully remote work.

The annual base salary ranges from $167,000 to $190,000. An additional annual performance pay bonus is available. A competitive benefits package is provided.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Alkermes, Inc. is an equal‑employment‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any qualified applicant or employee because of race, creed, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, application for military service or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. Alkermes also complies with all work authorization and employment‑eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Alkermes is an E‑Verify employer.