Associate Director Data Management, MDM
Neurocrine Biosciences
2 months ago
Remote friendly (San Diego, CA)
United States
$173,900 - $238,000 USD yearly
IT
About The Role
The Associate Director, Data Management, MDM leads the strategy, governance, and operations of Neurocrine’s Master Data Management (MDM) capabilities to ensure trusted, high-quality master data across the commercial organization. This role defines and executes the enterprise MDM roadmap, establishes governance frameworks, and partners with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver a “single source of truth” for critical commercial data domains.
Your Contributions
- Lead data management activities for commercial MDM initiatives
- Define, own, and execute the commercial MDM strategy and multi-year roadmap
- Establish and govern MDM frameworks (data governance models, stewardship, operating procedures, standards)
- Oversee integration and mastering of commercial data domains (HCP, HCO, affiliation, payer, product, patient)
- Ensure data quality, integrity, accuracy, accessibility, and regulatory compliance
- Build, lead, and oversee data stewardship team (full-time and outsourced/vendor resources); no direct reports upon hiring
- Partner with Field Operations, Analytics, Marketing, and IT to meet evolving business needs
- Oversee MDM technology platform (e.g., Reltio, Informatica, Veeva Network) and operations (pipelines, integrations, mastering workflows)
- Partner with IT to implement/optimize MDM technologies aligned to enterprise architecture
- Drive continuous improvement in data collection, management, and consumption
- Lead initiatives to identify, resolve, and prevent data discrepancies; improve monitoring and remediation
- Manage complex cross-functional projects related to MDM strategy and enhancements
Requirements
- BS/BA in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field + 10+ years in pharmaceutical/biotech Commercial Operations, Commercial Data Management, or related OR MS + 8+ years
- Expert knowledge of master data management (5+ years)
- Hands-on MDM technology experience (Reltio, Informatica, and/or Veeva Network)
- Experience leading mastering processes for HCP, HCO, affiliations, payer, product, and patient data
- (Highly desirable) Experience supporting MDM for long-term care (LTC)
- Strong understanding of commercial biopharma data ecosystem (data flows, governance, operational processes)
- Comfort with tools/languages: Excel, Power BI, Tableau, Databricks, SQL, Python
- Familiarity with IQVIA, Symphony, Definitive Healthcare, specialty pharmacy/distributor data (e.g., 852/867); digital marketing sources desirable
- Ability to independently lead projects in a matrixed, cross-functional environment
- Strong communication skills for translating technical concepts to business audiences
- Patient-level data handling experience; familiarity with HIPAA and related regulatory requirements
- Track record managing large cross-functional technology/data initiatives; strong project management
- Advanced PowerPoint/Excel/Word; SAS or similar statistical tools preferred
- Exceptional analytical/problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Benefits
- Annual base salary: $173,900.00–$238,000.00
- Annual bonus target: 30% of earned base salary; eligibility for equity-based long-term incentive program
- Retirement savings plan (company match), paid vacation/holidays/personal days
- Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
- Health benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental, vision) per plan terms
The Associate Director, Data Management, MDM leads the strategy, governance, and operations of Neurocrine’s Master Data Management (MDM) capabilities to ensure trusted, high-quality master data across the commercial organization. This role defines and executes the enterprise MDM roadmap, establishes governance frameworks, and partners with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver a “single source of truth” for critical commercial data domains.
Your Contributions
- Lead data management activities for commercial MDM initiatives
- Define, own, and execute the commercial MDM strategy and multi-year roadmap
- Establish and govern MDM frameworks (data governance models, stewardship, operating procedures, standards)
- Oversee integration and mastering of commercial data domains (HCP, HCO, affiliation, payer, product, patient)
- Ensure data quality, integrity, accuracy, accessibility, and regulatory compliance
- Build, lead, and oversee data stewardship team (full-time and outsourced/vendor resources); no direct reports upon hiring
- Partner with Field Operations, Analytics, Marketing, and IT to meet evolving business needs
- Oversee MDM technology platform (e.g., Reltio, Informatica, Veeva Network) and operations (pipelines, integrations, mastering workflows)
- Partner with IT to implement/optimize MDM technologies aligned to enterprise architecture
- Drive continuous improvement in data collection, management, and consumption
- Lead initiatives to identify, resolve, and prevent data discrepancies; improve monitoring and remediation
- Manage complex cross-functional projects related to MDM strategy and enhancements
Requirements
- BS/BA in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field + 10+ years in pharmaceutical/biotech Commercial Operations, Commercial Data Management, or related OR MS + 8+ years
- Expert knowledge of master data management (5+ years)
- Hands-on MDM technology experience (Reltio, Informatica, and/or Veeva Network)
- Experience leading mastering processes for HCP, HCO, affiliations, payer, product, and patient data
- (Highly desirable) Experience supporting MDM for long-term care (LTC)
- Strong understanding of commercial biopharma data ecosystem (data flows, governance, operational processes)
- Comfort with tools/languages: Excel, Power BI, Tableau, Databricks, SQL, Python
- Familiarity with IQVIA, Symphony, Definitive Healthcare, specialty pharmacy/distributor data (e.g., 852/867); digital marketing sources desirable
- Ability to independently lead projects in a matrixed, cross-functional environment
- Strong communication skills for translating technical concepts to business audiences
- Patient-level data handling experience; familiarity with HIPAA and related regulatory requirements
- Track record managing large cross-functional technology/data initiatives; strong project management
- Advanced PowerPoint/Excel/Word; SAS or similar statistical tools preferred
- Exceptional analytical/problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Benefits
- Annual base salary: $173,900.00–$238,000.00
- Annual bonus target: 30% of earned base salary; eligibility for equity-based long-term incentive program
- Retirement savings plan (company match), paid vacation/holidays/personal days
- Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
- Health benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental, vision) per plan terms