Associate Manager, Clinical Data Management, Remote US

FTINC Fortrea Inc.; North Carolina; Remote; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(K)

Job summary

Fortrea is seeking a Data Management leader to guide studies from start-up through database lock. You will develop project documentation, set up systems, and validate data while mentoring junior staff and coordinating with EDC/PK teams to meet sponsor requirements and timelines.

The role requires deep DM expertise, strong communication, and the ability to manage scope, budgets, and risk across multicenter trials. Remote-friendly with office/home-based flexibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or relevant experience accepted in lieu of degree.
• Experience leading Data Management (DM) on clinical studies.
• Proactive, independent worker with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to mentor DM staff and manage timelines and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead DM activities from study start-up to database lock.
• Develop and maintain DM documentation and data validation procedures.
• Coordinate with EDC, SAS Programming, Statistics and PK leads.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and coaching within the DM team.

Skills

English fluency

Data management

Project leadership

Team player

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

EDC

eTMF

eCOA

SAE reconciliation

Job description

Job Overview

Data Management leadership on studies and take responsibility for the development of the project documentation, system set-up, data entry and data validation procedures and processes assigned to more junior staff. Assume responsibility for all DM activities (from study start-up to database lock) according to client quality expectations, within project timelines and budgets. Work directly with Sponsors to understand their direct requirements and lead implementation of those requirements. Regularly review client specific process to ensure they remain optimal for Sponsor and Fortrea.

Summary of Responsibilities

Lead studies including (but not limited to) a combination of healthy volunteer and patient populations, multi-site, client management required or reduced timelines. Ability to organize and effectively prioritize workload and deliverables. Be accountable for all DM deliverables as assigned per the established timeline; providing instruction to their DM study team(s) and review of their study team’s output to ensure the highest quality, while adjusting resource allocations accordingly. Ensure that all allocated projects are carried out in strict accordance with the relevant protocols, global harmonized SOPs, and the specified standards of GCPs. Work with the Project Manager(s) to build timelines to meet contracted milestones by communicating with leads in different disciplines and the full project team as necessary, including at study initiation meetings. Provide DM project team leadership and accountability; leads data focused internal project team meetings; meets frequently with the study leads of EDC Design, SAS Programming, Statistics, and PK to ensure that all deliverables are planned and coordinated intradepartmental; proactively identifies potential risks/mitigations, effectively communicates data-driven discussions in order to achieve database lock dates; keeps the Project Manager apprised of project progress. Maintain awareness of other Biometrics functional group deliverables to be able to support risk and mitigation strategies, including impact on DM resources or deliverables and consult with Project Manager (or designee) and/or functional group management as necessary. Keep Project Manager (or designee), Biometrics management team and/or sponsor services informed of pertinent project or sponsor related information (i.e., budget status, work scope changes, timeline impacts). Performs other related duties as assigned by Line Management. Develop and maintain client relationships and review client satisfaction surveys. Track scope changes and work with the Project Manager to ensure that Sponsor approval is received, and the scope change processed. Provides leadership, mentorship, and coaching in DM related clinical trial processes to the internal study team. Provide support to DM managers on the performance evaluation of other team members, provide constructive feedback to aid in career development, interpersonal skills and achievement of competency standards. Accountable for learning new DM technologies and applied processes, keeping up to date with industry wide technology and feasibility for process improvement at Fortrea. Maintain accurate records of all work undertaken. Perform reconciliation of the clinical database against safety data, laboratory data or any other third-party data as appropriate. Utilize local laboratory systems and batch data load facilities where appropriate. Represent DM and where necessary overall Biometrics in new business opportunities. Attend and action client or internal audits as appropriate and resolve all issues within an appropriate timeframe. Address client comments with the study team. Actively promote Biometrics services to sponsors whenever possible. All other duties as needed or assigned.

Qualifications (Minimum Required)

University / college degree. Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements. Experience and/or education plus relevant work experience, equating to a bachelor's degree will be accepted in lieu of a bachelor’s degree. Fluent in English, both written and verbal. Be able to be a primary data managment role in complex In-house studies (not just oversight) for ~3 years or 5+ years supporting hands on data review and reconciliation of EDC, Vendors, eCOA, IRT, SAE's, etc. Be experienced in In-house study start up, conduct, and closeout. Be proactive and an independent worker who can mitigate problems before/as they arise. Be a DM subject matter expert to other FSPs that will support the study Know how to create/update Data Management Documents like Data Management Plan, eCRF Completion Guidelines, Data Review Plan, SAE Reconciliation Plan and Edit Check Specifications. Perform UAT of the EDC database and data validation listings. Proficient in complex external data reconciliation including but not limited to eCOA, PK, local lab ranges, Biomarkers, etc. and communicate with vendors on issues and query resolution. Perform EDC data cleaning Raise queries in EDC based on monthly cross functional data review findings Maintain issue log Upload documents to eTMF Perform metrics reporting at team meetings Strong communication skills Team player with an ability to work on fast paced studies Protocol deviation recon experien Help with Database Lock tasks

Experience (Minimum Required)

6 to 8 years of DM experience with minimum of 1 years of direct sponsor management. Experience in handling customer concerns and experience with managing Scope of Work and budgets is preferred. Knowledge of clinical trial process, DM, clinical operations, biometrics, and system applications to support operations. Time management skill and ability to adhere to project productivity metrics and timelines. Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate with peers. Good organizational ability, communication, and interpersonal skills. Team working skills and good collaborator skills. Knowledge of medical terminology.

Preferred Qualifications Include

University / college degree in life sciences, health sciences, information technology or related subjects preferred. Knowledge of science or a scientific background is preferred. Thorough knowledge of Fortrea, the overall structure of the organization and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). 3+ years of Electronic Data Capture experience. Prior Veeva EDC experience is a plus.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

Office and home-based work environment. May require overtime and weekend work as required. Should be willing to work in flexible shifts as per business requirement.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• STD/LTD
• 401(K)
• Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off (FTO)
• Company bonus where applicable

Pay Range

$85,000-$95,000

Application Deadline

10/10/2026

Equal Opportunity

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