Principal Clinical Database Manager

6 LOCATIONS (OTHER)HYBRIDPOSTED: 6/24/2026
PHARMAFull-time
HIRING ORGANIZATIONIQVIAHealthcare Technology & Contract Research
Iqvia

ROLE DEFINITION & RESPONSIBILITIES

Job Overview

Responsible for study build & design, edit specifications, system configurations and is accountable for associated study design components. This role will collaborate with various stakeholders- DTL, Programmer, Validation Team, vendors, statisticians, and client representatives. In addition to project deliveries, the role also would be responsible for the project financials from programming shared services perspective.

Essential Functions

Interprets the study protocol.
Design and update the eCRF using third party or in house CDMS tools in alignment with industry standards like SDTM, CDASH as applicable.
Create and update Edit Specification Document.
Generate specifications for EDC build components (e.g., Rights and Roles, System Settings and Home Page)
Complete the Study Authorization Form and Trial Capacity Request Form (InForm)
Attend the Pre-Design Meeting, Online Screen Review Meeting, Unblinded Data review meeting. Attend and present comments at the Internal Design Review Meeting. May lead Online Screen Review Meeting.
Facilitate the internal Edit Specification Review Meeting and leads the discussions regarding the Edit Specification Document.
Design the database to collect LLRR data within the InForm database and ensure Rights and Roles document has appropriate access for Entry and Updates.
Communicate any project risks to the Data Team Lead, including the potential for missing a timeline in the Data Management Project Plan.
Escalate potential quality issues.
Ensure the completion and documentation of all project-specific training, as well as staying current with required Standard Operating Procedures.
Reviews build timelines and provide input as applicable.
Reviews QIP for own projects, identify out of scope activities if any and inform relevant parties.
Responsible for multiple study design projects at the same time.
Might be working on projects across multiple platforms.
Identify areas for process improvements on an ongoing basis. Actively take part and contribute towards process improvement initiatives as assigned besides providing suggestions for continuous improvement of processes.
All responsibilities are essential job functions unless noted as nonessential (N).

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Science/Computer science/Information or Technology is mandatory.
4 to 6 years of relevant core technical designer experience.
9 years of overall experience in clinical research data management.
Hands-on experience designing in Medidata RAVE.
Based in Latinamerica, home base role.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

REQUIRED VERIFIED SKILLS

Interprets the study protocol.
Create and update Edit Specification Document.
Reviews build timelines and provide input as applicable.
Reviews QIP for own projects, identify out of scope activities if any and inform relevant parties.
Responsible for multiple study design projects at the same time.
Might be working on projects across multiple platforms.
Bachelor's Degree in Science/Computer science/Information or Technology is mandatory.
to 6 years of relevant core technical designer experience.

COMPENSATION & REWARDS

Salary: Competitive / Disclosed upon candidate shortlisting
Salary for this Principal Clinical Database Manager position is competitive and aligned with industry standards for this location.

ORGANIZATION CONTEXT & CULTURE

IQVIA is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions, and contract research services (CRO) to the life sciences industry. The company helps pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device clients accelerate the development and commercialization of new medical treatments through its extensive data, technology, and human expertise. Their offerings span from clinical trial design and execution to real-world evidence and commercial effectiveness.

TEAM SIZE: 87,000+ employees
INDUSTRY: Healthcare Technology & Contract Research

EXPECTED CAREER ROADMAP

Clinical Data Associate ➔ Senior Data Manager ➔ Clinical Data Lead ➔ CDM Director.

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