Associate Director, Laboratory Data Management

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage a team of professional Data Management staff. The team size could range from 5+ to 15, depending on the Data Management Function. Responsible for all people management activities including setting goals and aligning staff, hiring, competency and performance assessments/management, salary, bonus, promotion, and termination recommendations.
• Define and prioritize resource requirements and manage resource assignments across projects.
• Provide expert review and guidance for the production of Lab Data Management deliverables including database design and setup, validation definition and programming, Lab Data Management Plan and database deliverables to internal and external customers.
• Provide technical advice and solutions to internal and external customers to solve problems and improve efficiency.
• Participate in the development and implementation of new processes and technology.
• Identify and address professional development/training needs of staff.
• Mentor staff members to develop Lab Data Management process, system, and drug development expertise.
• Provide operational input into proposals and the scope of work. Participate in proposal defenses.
• Attend customer meetings and lead discussions of project requirements and strategic planning.
• Understand the scope of work, budget, and scope assumptions.
• Identify work out-of-scope and provide revised costs with supporting documentation.
• Ensure project milestones are met according to agreed-upon timelines. Actively manage quality throughout the project.
• May serve as Project Manager/Project Lead for a major study or a series/group of studies.
• Manage staff in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable regulations. Responsibilities include planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance and guiding professional development; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing employee relations issues and resolving problems. Approve actions on human resources matters.
• Work performed is in accordance with ICH E6 Guideline for Good Clinical Practice.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• At least 5 years of professional experience involving advanced knowledge of SAS application.
• At least 1-2 years of people management experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in health sciences ideally with a combination of work experience / training.
• Prior work experience in a CRO / central laboratory setting will be advantageous, although not mandatory.

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