Executive Director, Data Management

Position Summary Exec. Director, Data Management (R&D). Lead strategy, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across Data Management. Own design, implementation, and oversight of clinical data collection and database review activities supporting development programs. Primary Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership and oversight of Data Management across the clinical development portfolio. Lead/develop the Data Management function (org design, resource planning, budgeting, hiring, performance management). Establish a scalable operating model using internal capabilities and outsourced vendor/FSP partnerships. Oversee vendor selection, governance, contract management, and performance. Develop and implement Data Management standards, processes, SOPs, and inspection-readiness practices. Ensure timely delivery of high-quality clinical databases/datasets for analysis, regulatory submissions, and health authority inspections. Oversee clinical data management systems, technologies, and data standards. Identify operational risks and lead process improvements. Serve as Data Management subject matter expert during audits/inspections and governance. Qualifications / Skills Bachelor’s degree in scientific/biological/statistical/computer science or related; advanced degree strongly preferred. ~15 years pharma/biotech experience; ~10 years direct report and/or vendor management. Experience managing multiple direct reports/contingent workers/programs; resource planning for DM functions and study deliverables. Experience in both in-house and outsourced DM operating models. Vendor evaluation/selection/governance/management experience (CROs/FSPs/vendors). Clinical trials, pharma operations, regulatory compliance, FDA regulations, and ICH data integrity. Ability to manage timelines, incomplete information, and unexpected events while maintaining accuracy. Strong communication/influence across all levels. Willingness to travel domestically and internationally. Benefits (US-based employees) Competitive base, bonus, and equity; medical/dental/vision; 401(k) match (1:1 up to 5%); paid time off (15+ vacation days, 13–15 paid holidays), paid sick time; paid parental leave; tuition assistance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Scorpion Therapeutics