PHARMAFull-time
Clin Data Team Lead
By Admin · Clinical Research & Clinical Operations
BANGALORE (IN)HYBRIDPOSTED: 9/1/2026
PHARMAFull-time
HIRING ORGANIZATIONTHERMO FISHER SCIENTIFICLife Sciences / Scientific Instruments / Biotechnology
ROLE DEFINITION & RESPONSIBILITIES
Role Overview
Serve as the lead data manager for one or more clinical research projects or provide support to the lead data manager.
Lead all Data Management activities for individual, limited-volume or limited-complexity studies with support from senior team members where required.
Act as an interdepartmental and client liaison for all Data Management study activities.
Support operational excellence across clinical research projects and contribute to organizational performance.
Core Clinical Data Management Responsibilities
Apply relevant components of the project protocol to daily Data Management tasks and direct other study team members on how to apply protocol requirements to their activities.
Communicate with the Project Lead and/or client regarding Data Management activities and provide management with appropriate updates on study progress.
Develop and maintain Data Management project documentation files.
Perform independent reviews of Data Management deliverables in accordance with documented Clinical Data Management (CDM) guidelines.
Independently perform assigned Data Management activities efficiently while maintaining quality standards.
Training & Team Leadership
Develop and deliver study-specific training for Data Management project staff.
Mentor junior-level staff on tasks associated with clinical studies.
Train and direct study teams as required.
Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in response to changing project requirements.
Project Reporting & Metrics
Produce project-specific status reports for management, Project Leads, and/or clients on a regular basis.
Monitor study metrics and communicate relevant status information to stakeholders.
Set and meet project timelines and recognize when changes are required in response to project demands.
Business Development & Commercial Support
Participate in business-development activities when required.
Assist with bid preparation and represent Data Management during bid-defense meetings where applicable.
Assist with project forecasting of hours and identification of resource requirements.
Identify potential out-of-scope activities and communicate them to the Project Lead and management.
Support the Contract Modification process associated with out-of-scope activities.
Administrative & Financial Responsibilities
Assist with administrative and financial management of allocated projects.
Support project forecasting and resource planning.
Maintain awareness of project demands, timelines, metrics, and resource requirements while delivering Data Management activities.
Quality, Compliance & Data Confidentiality
Apply knowledge and skills while adhering to regulatory guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and client expectations.
Maintain a high degree of confidentiality when handling clinical data and client proprietary information.
Perform independent deliverable reviews according to documented CDM guidelines.
Maintain attention to detail and consistently deliver high-quality Data Management work.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant formal academic/vocational qualification.
Previous experience providing the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the role, comparable to 2+ years.
In certain cases, an equivalent combination of appropriate education, training, and directly related experience may satisfy the requirements.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong ability to organize and apply clinical Data Management knowledge while following regulatory requirements, SOPs, and client expectations.
Ability to use interactive computer programs.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with good command of English language and grammar.
Good organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work productively with minimal supervision.
Strong customer focus and interpersonal skills.
Flexibility and adaptability.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Ability to train and direct study teams.
Ability to manage timelines and adjust schedules in response to project demands.
Working Conditions
Office-based working environment with exposure to standard electrical office equipment.
Occasional drives to site locations may be required.
Occasional domestic and international travel may be required.
Work schedule is listed as Second Shift (Afternoons).
Company & Business Impact
Thermo Fisher Scientific's Clinical Research Services organization supports drug development for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies worldwide.
The PPD clinical research portfolio operates across a large global clinical-trial environment, with the company stating that it has supported leading pharmaceutical companies and hundreds of biotechnology companies across thousands of clinical trials and more than 100 countries.
The role contributes directly to reliable clinical Data Management delivery, study quality, client satisfaction, operational performance, and successful clinical research execution.
REQUIRED VERIFIED SKILLS
Clinical Data Management
CDM
Clinical Research
Data Management Deliverables
Clinical Data
Protocol Compliance
SOP Compliance
Regulatory Guidelines
Data Management Documentation
Study Metrics
Project Reporting
Resource Forecasting
Out-of-Scope Management
Contract Modification
Data Confidentiality
Quality Review
Analytical Problem Solving
Attention to Detail
COMPENSATION & REWARDS
Salary: Competitive / Disclosed upon candidate shortlisting
The provided posting does not specify a salary range, bonus amount, or fixed compensation figures. It describes the position as a professional Clinical Data Management role requiring at least 2+ years of comparable experience. Candidates should evaluate the full Thermo Fisher Scientific total-rewards package, including base salary, applicable performance incentives, benefits, and other employment terms, and confirm Bangalore-specific compensation during the recruitment process.
ORGANIZATION CONTEXT & CULTURE
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in serving science, providing an extensive range of analytical instruments, laboratory equipment, reagents, consumables, software, and services. They partner with pharmaceutical and biotech companies, hospitals, clinical diagnostic labs, universities, research institutions, and government agencies. The company's mission is to enable its customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.
TEAM SIZE: 130,000+ employees
INDUSTRY: Life Sciences / Scientific Instruments / Biotechnology
EXPECTED CAREER ROADMAP
This role provides a strong progression path within Clinical Data Management and clinical research operations. Experience as a Clinical Data Team Lead can support progression toward Senior Clinical Data Team Lead, Lead Data Manager, Clinical Data Manager, Project-level Data Management leadership, and broader clinical operations management roles. Exposure to client liaison, study metrics, training, bid defenses, forecasting, resource planning, financial administration, and contract modifications also creates opportunities to move into project management, client-facing CRO leadership, data-management consulting, or global clinical development operations.
APPLICATION ADVISORY
Highlight a Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification and at least 2+ years of relevant Clinical Data Management or clinical research experience. Emphasize hands-on experience with clinical data, study protocols, CDM deliverables, documentation, quality reviews, SOPs, regulatory requirements, study metrics, and client expectations. Show examples of independently managing study activities, preparing status reports, monitoring metrics, training or mentoring junior staff, and coordinating with Project Leads or clients. Include experience with bid preparation, bid defenses, resource forecasting, out-of-scope identification, contract modifications, and project financial administration if applicable. Prepare interview examples demonstrating attention to detail, confidentiality, problem solving, timeline management, stakeholder communication, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
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