Senior Manager - Clinical Data Solutions

Shape how clinical data systems perform at scale - leading a team that keeps critical research infrastructure compliant, stable, and ready for what's next.

Role Overview

As Senior Manager for Clinical Data Solutions (CDS), you will lead a team of System Managers and System Specialists responsible for a portfolio of GxP and non-GxP systems that support clinical data operations. You will ensure lifecycle management, compliance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across the system portfolio - translating business priorities into clear operational plans while partnering with senior RD leaders and cross-functional stakeholders globally.

Responsibilities

- Translating departmental priorities and business needs into operational plans, deliverables, and team objectives - setting expectations, monitoring progress, and addressing challenges as they arise
- Ensuring reliable technical delivery, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance across digital products and systems in scope
- Coordinating delivery across assigned systems and services, applying governance processes, service reviews, KPIs, and operational controls to maintain consistent delivery practices
- Partnering with RD leaders, product teams, QA, security, compliance, vendors, and business stakeholders to align technology outcomes with business goals
- Managing resource planning, vendor coordination, and cost awareness within assigned areas, escalating constraints through appropriate channels
- Driving continuous improvement in ways of working, service quality, documentation,



and operational controls - promoting automation and standardisation where they increase efficiency and reliability
- Developing team capability through coaching, feedback, knowledge sharing, and structured development aligned to service and system needs

Your skills qualifications

Were looking for a senior leader who thrives in complex, regulated environments and knows how to balance operational rigour with people development. Youll bring with you:

- An advanced degree (Masters preferred) in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field
- Substantial leadership experience (typically 10+ years) with at least several years in senior management directing multiple technical teams in complex environments; experience supporting RD organisations is strongly preferred
- Solid understanding of IT system management, service operations, compliance requirements, lifecycle management, and operational governance in regulated (GxP) settings
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate vendors, manage service levels, and drive operational improvements within agreed budgets and plans
- Excellent communication, stakeholder coordination, and negotiation skills - with the ability to explain complex technical issues simply, align diverse stakeholders, and resolve conflicts constructively
- A leadership style rooted in coaching, accountability, and empathy - with experience growing diverse teams and fostering knowledge-sharing cultures

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📌 Senior Manager - Clinical Data Solutions (Bengaluru)
🏢 Novo Nordisk
📍 Bengaluru