Posted 25 August, 2026

Job Id: 630392

Principal Data Manager


Location: San Diego, California
Category: Data Sciences
Salary: Apply for details
Country: United States
Employment: Direct Hire/Perm
Worksite: On-Site
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Job Description

Position Summary:
We are seeking a Principal Data Manager with exceptional attention to detail who will be responsible for overseeing the start-up and execution of clinical trials when partnering with a CRO or in-house to ensure data quality and integrity.  The individual will perform a variety of complex tasks to ensure complete, accurate, high quality, and regulatory compliant data in support of publications and regulatory submissions.
 
Responsibilities:

  • Act as the single point of accountability for data management deliverables at an assigned level within a given clinical development program.
  • Serve as Lead CDM to manage and provide daily oversight of CROs and third-party vendors in relation to DM to ensure successful clinical trial implementation and execution to completion.
  • Serve as a Lead CDM to manage and complete all data management deliverables when sourced internally.
  • Manage system integrations across data platforms.
  • Ensure CRO and third-party data review outputs are reviewed according to agreed plans and filed in the Trial Master Plan as appropriate.
  • Perform ongoing data review of clinical data to identify data discrepancies, general data trends, and corresponding resolutions.
  • Review data for protocol deviation identification, dictionary coding, and perform user acceptance testing of database.
  • Review documents produced by vendors and other departments.
  • Create data management process documents such as data management plans, data review specifications, data transfer agreements, diagram workflows, timelines and communication plans.
  • Work cross-functionally with other departments within the company assessing and understanding their needs and attend clinical trial project team meetings as lead CDM.
  • Strategize and plan for database locks and multiple deliverables across numerous studies within a program ensuring consistency in process. 
  • Provide input on the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and study protocols from a data management perspective.
  • Use Artificial Intelligence (AI) models to increase productivity.
  • Provide guidance to clinical data management personnel on assigned projects.
  • Set-up, maintain and archive data management related project documentation (i.e., Data Management Plan, CRF Completion Guidelines, etc.).
  • Independently monitor own activities and project status for successful project deliverables according to timelines.
  • Adhere to budgets and timelines.
  • Ensure project is in reasonable state of inspection readiness and compliance.
  • Additional duties assigned as needed.

Additional Skills/Experience: 

  • Demonstrated knowledge of drug development and Clinical Data Management processes and capable of providing guidance to peers.
  • Experienced in designing clinical trials utilizing CDASH and SDTM standard terminology.
  • Understanding of ICH Guidelines and GCP Requirements.
  • Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills.
  • Well-versed in different EDC Systems; preferred proficiency in Medidata RAVE.
  • Experience in managing outsourced studies and/or leading CRO data management teams
  • Experience in leading data integrations using EDC, IRT, ePRO and external laboratory processing and vendor reconciliation.
  • Experience in solving complex and increasingly difficult problems by taking appropriate corrective action and implementing improvements.
  • Ability to leverage AI Models to support evolving data efficiencies is preferred.
  • Ability to develop and maintain timelines.
  • Understanding of dictionary coding (i.e. MedDRA and WHODrug)
  • Self-motivated and can independently manage responsibilities with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrates project management skills (i.e. plan, organize, and manage activities to deliver specific study goals and objectives to measurable targets).
  • Demonstrate initiative, sound judgement, and flexibility; possess effective time management and organizational skills; and capable of working on multiple projects simultaneously under tight timelines or heavy stress.
  • Demonstrates ability to interact professionally with personnel at all levels within and external to the company, be dependable and provide support as a team player.
  • Accountability – Even in ambiguous circumstances, always demonstrate ownership for decisions and actions.
  • Ability to travel as necessary (approximately 10%).

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We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.

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