Associate Director, Clinical Data Management

Relay Therapeutics
Cambridge, MA

Who this role is best for

Best suited to data professionals with 7+ years of pharmaceutical or biotechnology experience, working in oncology-focused clinical trial environments.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 7+ years of pharmaceutical/biotech experience and oncology expertise
    — “7+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical / biotechnology industry as a Data Manager”
  • Individuals who thrive in small, fast-paced environments with high collaboration demands
    — “able to work independently”
  • Leaders who can oversee CROs and manage complex data deliverables across global standards
    — “work directly with and oversee CROs and vendors for outsourced Data Management activities”

Things to consider

  • Strong commitment to global regulatory compliance is required, including US CFR and ICH GCP
    — “ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements and quality standards”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in leading database development and eCRF design in your resume and interviews
    — “lead database development and eCRF design, UAT, data import specifications”
  • Emphasize your track record in managing data cleaning and query resolution processes
    — “executing or overseeing data cleaning activities through to database lock”
  • Showcase your ability to lead cross-functional teams and coordinate with multiple stakeholders
    — “collaborate with a dynamic Relay cross-functional team”
  • Demonstrate knowledge of CDISC and other data standards in your application materials
    — “strong and current knowledge in global regulatory and compliance requirements including but not limited to US CFR, EU CTD, ICH GCP, and CDISC”
  • Include examples of process mapping and SOP development in your resume to align with the role’s expectations
    — “participate in SOP development, training of junior data managers, process mapping”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • delivery of high-quality clinical data
  • successful oversight of CROs and vendors
Typical background
7+ years of experience in pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry

Skills & requirements

Required

Clinical Data ManagementData ValidationDatabase DevelopmentEcrf DesignData CleaningRegulatory Compliance

Preferred

Oncology Drug DevelopmentCRO Oversight

Stack & domain

Data ManagementClinical StudiesDatabase DevelopmentEcrf DesignData ValidationData CleaningRegulatory ComplianceCRO OversightCommunicationProblem-solvingLeadershipTeam ManagementCollaborationPharmaceuticalBiotechnologyOncologyClinical Trials

About the role

Original posting from Relay Therapeutics via Greenhouse

Associate Director, Clinical Data Management

As Associate Director, Data Management, you will be accountable for delivery, integrity, and quality of Relay’s clinical data across the clinical studies. You will be an integrated member of the Relay Tx Clinical Data Management Team, responsible for the in-house data management expertise for the execution of clinical studies that will translate Relay’s innovative science into impactful medicines for patients. You will report to the Executive Director, Clinical Data Management. 

Your Role:

You will be responsible for oversight and execution of data management activities for the assigned clinical study including data timelines and key deliverables. 

You will work directly with and oversee CROs and vendors for outsourced Data Management activities. Is responsible for CRO performance and data management metrics for assigned programs.

You will lead database development and eCRF design, UAT, data import specifications, Case Report Form completion guidelines, data entry guidelines and related operations manuals.

You will lead data validation specifications and programs for assuring the accuracy of clinical trial data, e.g., manual data review guidelines, computerized edit check programs, Data Management Plans (DMP).

You will be responsible for executing or overseeing data cleaning activities through to database lock: includes generating and managing clinical trial data queries, data review listings, reconciling serious adverse events, coding, central and local lab data, and external data.

You will collaborate with a dynamic Relay cross-functional team to ensure timeliness and quality of data deliverables.

You will ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements and quality standards.

You will contribute to data standards including CRF and participate in data system development initiatives and database integration projects.

You will participate in SOP development, training of junior data managers, process mapping, and other departmental activities.

Your Background:

You should ideally have 7+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical / biotechnology industry as a Data Manager.  Sponsor experience is strongly preferred.

You have advanced experience with data collection and cleaning covering Phase I, II and III studies. Oncology experience is preferred.

You have experience in executing clinical studies across various phases is desirable.  Expertise in oncology drug development is preferred.       

You have a strong and current knowledge in global regulatory and compliance requirements including but not limited to US CFR, EU CTD, ICH GCP, and CDISC.     

You have experience in CRO and vendor oversight.        

You are a motivated self-starter who is capable of flourishing in a fast-paced small company environment and able to work independently.

You are a creative problem-solver with excellent communication and public speaking skills.        

You have strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with a high degree of attention to detail.     

You are pragmatic and able to manage multiple projects and needs effectively.

Estimated Salary Range: [$147,000 - $210,000].

The range provided above is based on what we believe to be a reasonable estimate for this job at the time of posting. Actual base salary will depend on a number of factors, including but not limited to, a candidate’s education, experience, skills and location.

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About Relay Therapeutics

Relay Therapeutics is a clinical-stage precision medicines company transforming the drug discovery process with the goal of bringing life-changing therapies to patients. Built on unparalleled insights into protein motion and how this dynamic behavior relates to protein function, we aim to effectively drug protein targets that have previously been intractable, with an initial focus on enhancing small molecule therapeutic discovery in targeted oncology. Our Dynamo platform integrates an array of leading-edge experimental and computational approaches to provide a differentiated understanding of protein structure and motion to drug these targets. We have built a world-class team of leading experts from each of these disciplines, and they are driven by a deep collaboration at every step of our drug discovery process.  

Our team is equal parts fearless and relentless, with a shared passion for working collaboratively in intellectually stimulating environments. If you’re excited by the challenge of putting protein motion at the heart of drug discovery and passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients, join us! 

Source: Relay Therapeutics careers (Greenhouse)

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