Clinical Data Management Manager
Gilead Sciences
September 01, 2026
Remote friendly (San Francisco Bay Area)
United States
Clinical Research and Development
Clinical Data Management (CDM) lead overseeing accurate and timely acquisition, analysis, and reporting of clinical data (CRF/eCRF design, editing specs, query resolution) and data transfers from vendors (e.g., central labs).
Key responsibilities:
- Lead CDM activities at project level for one or more studies; lead cross-functional working groups.
- Prepare CRF/eCRF design; review protocols and plan/implement CDM portions of studies.
- Oversee vendors for data review, data transfers, and reporting; track progress with routine and non-routine reports.
- Resolve CDM queries/issues; ensure completeness, accuracy, consistency, and adherence to CDM business processes for regulatory compliance.
- Guide/training for CROs, vendors, investigators, and study coordinators on CDM requirements.
- Support regulatory submissions; assist with CDM-related audit/inspection responses; may lead special projects.
- Provide technical/business expertise on new technologies/vendors; develop continuous improvements (processes, policies, SOPs, guidance).
- Design/use effective scientific communication vehicles; train/mentor less experienced colleagues.
Basic qualifications:
- Bachelor’s + 6 years’ experience OR Master’s + 4 years’ experience.
Preferred qualifications (selected):
- CDM or data analytics/data management experience; prior leading projects/teams.
- Advanced FDA/EMA regulations knowledge; EDC/CDM system experience.
- Project/risk management; strong communication and organizational skills; ability to travel.
People leader accountabilities: Create inclusion, develop talent, empower teams.
Compensation/benefits: Salary range $136,340–$176,440; may include discretionary bonus/long-term incentives; paid time off; benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Application instructions: For current employees/contractors, apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead CDM activities at project level for one or more studies; lead cross-functional working groups.
- Prepare CRF/eCRF design; review protocols and plan/implement CDM portions of studies.
- Oversee vendors for data review, data transfers, and reporting; track progress with routine and non-routine reports.
- Resolve CDM queries/issues; ensure completeness, accuracy, consistency, and adherence to CDM business processes for regulatory compliance.
- Guide/training for CROs, vendors, investigators, and study coordinators on CDM requirements.
- Support regulatory submissions; assist with CDM-related audit/inspection responses; may lead special projects.
- Provide technical/business expertise on new technologies/vendors; develop continuous improvements (processes, policies, SOPs, guidance).
- Design/use effective scientific communication vehicles; train/mentor less experienced colleagues.
Basic qualifications:
- Bachelor’s + 6 years’ experience OR Master’s + 4 years’ experience.
Preferred qualifications (selected):
- CDM or data analytics/data management experience; prior leading projects/teams.
- Advanced FDA/EMA regulations knowledge; EDC/CDM system experience.
- Project/risk management; strong communication and organizational skills; ability to travel.
People leader accountabilities: Create inclusion, develop talent, empower teams.
Compensation/benefits: Salary range $136,340–$176,440; may include discretionary bonus/long-term incentives; paid time off; benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Application instructions: For current employees/contractors, apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.