Head of Clinical Data Management – Ophthalmic Trials

Ora; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Ora is seeking a Director of Clinical Data Management to lead the data management organization across ophthalmic clinical research programs. The role emphasizes staffing, strategic planning, and implementation of efficiencies while ensuring quality deliverables for sponsors worldwide.

The candidate will guide CDM operations, manage budgets, and collaborate with sponsors and internal teams. A strong background in CDM, ICH guidelines, and CDISC standards is required, with a focus on innovation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in applied or life science with 12+ years in clinical trials, 10+ in data management
• Advanced degree and direct supervisory experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day data management operations.
• Provide leadership to the CDM team and manage resources for growth.
• Serve as CDM subject matter expert in cross-functional initiatives.
• Support business development with capabilities presentations to clients.
• Manage department budgets to achieve targets.
• Liaise with cross-functional teams, sponsors, and vendors.
• Participate in proposal writing and contract negotiations.
• Review and update SOPs, work instructions, forms and templates for efficiency.
• Improve data management operations to reduce cost and timelines while improving quality.
• Develop and report departmental performance metrics and KPIs.
• Develop in-house training and staff development.
• Adhere to Ora’s quality management system and data integrity standards.
• Demonstrate Ora’s values in daily practice.

Skills

CDM leadership

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Budgeting and forecasting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Oracle Clinical Life Sciences Suite

iMedNet

CDISC CDASH/SDTM

Job description

Ora is seeking a Director of Clinical Data Management to lead the data management organization across ophthalmic clinical research programs. The role emphasizes staffing, strategic planning, and implementation of efficiencies while ensuring quality deliverables for sponsors worldwide.

The candidate will guide CDM operations, manage budgets, and collaborate with sponsors and internal teams. A strong background in CDM, ICH guidelines, and CDISC standards is required, with a focus on innovation and