Associate Director, Data Management

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At Altasciences we all move in unison to assist and work in the discovery, development, and manufacturing of new drug therapies to get them faster to people who need them. No matter your role, we all play an important part and you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. By living our values of Employee Development, Customer Focus, Quality and Excellence, Respect and Integrity, we look to foster a passionate and collaborative work environment and we are looking for talented and enthusiastic people, like you, to join our growing team! Whether you’re a recent college graduate or seeking your next career opportunity, it’s time to discover your future at Altasciences. We are better together and together We Are Altasciences. **

About The Role**

The Associate Director, Data Management is responsible for leading a team of Lead Data Managers, Data Managers, and/or Database Developers in the documentation and design of clinical study data acquisition tools, review of data, and all other Data Management tasks ensuring efficient production of high‑quality client and internal deliverables. They take accountability for overall planning, organization, and coordination of Data Management support for all assigned studies and programs. In addition, the Associate Director, Data Management is responsible for employee recruitment, training, and retention as well as collaboration to meet departmen t quality and financial goals. **

What You'll Do Here**

• Follow department and company standard operating procedures (SOPs), forms, templates, and policies. Provides feedback and updates these guidelines as needed.
• Lead assigned teams to support a culture of high client satisfaction, continuous process improvement and fact-based decision making.
• Act as escalation point for project teams, clients and Altasciences management. Responsible for leading assigned escalations to resolution.
• Lead and participate in intradepartmental or interdepartmental processes and quality improvement initiatives. Including both technology and process improvements, leading to improved deliverable quality and department efficiency.
• Develop new or updated SOP’s, processes, and training to support the culture of continuous improvement.
• Collaboratively develop training plans and training for all roles within the Data Management department.
• Understand and implement all Data Management processes; database set-up through database lock, including vendor reconciliation.
• Understand and develop department metrics and KPI’s that reflect current activities, successes, and challenges.
• Understand study level and department budgets, and also track team and individual performance against established budgeted targets.
• Ensure leads or other department team members provide input on study timelines, identify risks, and communication of mitigation strategies to the Project Manager or other stakeholders.
• Manage the DM deliveries and ensure assigned studies or clinical programs achieve timelines and quality per contractual agreements and sponsor and company expectations.
• Manage direct reports as assigned, effectively utilizing the performance management process in addition to managing attendance, hiring and terminations.
• Understand current and forecasted staffing needs, developing fact-based recommendations.
• Maintain compliance and ensure departmental awareness of regulatory guidelines of related authorities (FDA, EMA, etc.) as well as ICH and GCP procedures.

What You'll Need To Succeed

• Bachelor's degree in health-related sciences or relevant field and 7+ years of industry or contract research organization (CRO) related Data Management experience. Experience may be considered in lieu of education.
• Strong technical aptitude and experience with multiple source data capture and clinical data management systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional attitude and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals.
• Client-focused approach to work.
• Solution-focus and ability to creatively solve problems and resolve issues.
• Ability to take initiative and use sound judgment.
• Flexible attitude and an ability to effectively prioritize.
• Proven history of continuous improvement.
• Good computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point) and ability to understand and adapt to multiple information technology (IT) systems.

What We Offer

The pay range estimated for this position is $80,000 - $140,000. Please note that salary rates vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, prior relevant experience, skills, education, certification, location as well as internal equity and market data .

Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work. **

Altasciences’ Benefits Package Includes**

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave

Altasciences’ Incentive Programs Include

• Training & Development Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Annual Performance Reviews

MOVING IN UNISON TO DELIVER A BIG IMPACT WITH A PERSONAL TOUCH

Altasciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or any other protected grounds under applicable legislation. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities during the recruitment process are available upon request. Join us at Altasciences!

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