Manager Data Management (m/f/d)

At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society.

Manager (m/f/d) Data Management

The Position

The position manages end‑to‑end delivery of data management services for assigned projects/studies, collaborating with CROs and other vendors to ensure high quality deliverables are on time and within budget to support drug development processes and global submissions. This position also partners with internal and external stakeholders to optimize Data Management technology, processes, and standards. This position has a working knowledge of Electronic Data Capture/related applications and industry standards, and moderate technical skills in working with data received from CROs and other third party vendors. This position has experience working on Phase I–IV studies within the medical device and/or pharmaceutical industry within one or more therapeutic areas.

Roles And Responsibilities

Leadership, Direction, and Strategy

• Establishes Data Management strategy at the project and/or study level for a smaller number of projects/studies. Proactively identifies and manages risks at the project and/or study level for a smaller number of projects/studies.

Project Management

• Plans and directs the conduct of Data Management activities for assigned projects/studies through outsourcing (e.g., study startup, study conduct, study closeout, and reporting).
• Provides oversight for Data Management CRO and other third party vendors to ensure compliance with the protocol, external/internal standards, Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), applicable regulatory guidelines, Policies, SOPs, and other relevant guidelines.
• Ensures Data Management deliverables meet/exceed project/study team expectations regarding quality, time, and cost and that Data Management documentation is filed/archived according to applicable Daiichi Sankyo and regulatory requirements.

Functional Expertise

• Reviews/approves clinical study related documents (e.g., Protocols, Data Management Plan, Clinical Study Reports).
• Leads and drives the data review process in collaboration with the study team to ensure data quality.
• Participates in audits and inspections.

Operational Efficiency / Continuous Improvement

• Provides comprehensive data management expertise to project/study teams to optimize study‑specific clinical trial processes.
• May participate in process improvement initiatives.

Personal Skills And Professional Experience

• Master degree in life sciences or related field.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in data management and/or related work experience in a medical device or pharmaceutical/biotechnology company, or similar environment (e.g., CRO).
• Strong expertise in data management.
• Excellent communication, collaboration and project planning skills.
• Fluent business English (oral and written).
• Proven track record regarding collaboration with CROs.
• Experience in leading initiatives as well as projects.

Why work with us?

Working at Daiichi Sankyo is more than just a job – it is your chance to make a difference and change patients’ lives for the better. We can only achieve this ambitious goal together. That is why we foster a culture of mutual respect and continuous learning, with a strong commitment to inclusion and diversity. Here, you will have the opportunity to grow, think boldly, and contribute your ideas. If you have a proactive mindset and passion for addressing the needs of patients, we eagerly await your application.