Clinical Data Manager Jobs

Find Clinical Data Manager jobs that match your experience in clinical research, data operations, and regulated healthcare environments. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including roles focused on clinical trial data quality, database management, and cross-functional study delivery.

What Clinical Data Managers Do

Clinical Data Managers oversee the collection, organization, validation, and reporting of data from clinical studies. They help ensure trial data is accurate, complete, consistent, and handled according to study protocols, regulatory requirements, and applicable standards. Depending on the organization, the role may involve designing data processes, managing clinical databases, reviewing data discrepancies, and supporting study teams through database lock.

Common Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain clinical data management plans, workflows, and documentation.
  • Coordinate database design, testing, data entry, and system updates.
  • Monitor data quality, resolve queries, and support reconciliation across data sources.
  • Partner with clinical operations, biostatistics, medical, and technology teams.
  • Help maintain compliance with good clinical practice, privacy requirements, and applicable regulations.
  • Prepare for audits, inspections, interim analyses, and study closeout.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with clinical trials and data management systems, along with a strong understanding of data quality and regulated processes. Valuable skills include clinical database technologies, electronic data capture, query management, data standards, project coordination, and clear communication. Requirements vary by role; some positions favor a relevant degree and several years of experience, while senior roles may call for leadership across programs or vendors.

Find Clinical Data Manager Roles on Ladders

Explore Clinical Data Manager opportunities at the senior and leadership levels, including positions in biotech, pharmaceutical, medical device, and contract research organizations. Browse vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more and compare roles by responsibilities, location, and employer to find your next career opportunity.

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$128K - $210K *

Champion innovative imaging informatics solutions to enhance clinical data management, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable, analysis-ready imaging data and develop tools that...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $210K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $117K *

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$85K - $90K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$113K - $197K *

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$135K - $140K *

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Clinical Data Manager do?question toggle

    A Clinical Data Manager oversees the systems and processes used to collect, review, validate, and report clinical study data, helping ensure it is reliable and handled in line with study and regulatory requirements.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Clinical Data Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for clinical research or data management experience, familiarity with clinical data systems and trial workflows, and knowledge of data quality and regulated environments. Some roles require a relevant degree or experience leading teams and programs.

  • Which skills are important for Clinical Data Managers?question toggle

    Important skills include clinical database and electronic data capture experience, data review and query resolution, attention to detail, knowledge of applicable standards and regulations, project coordination, and communication across cross-functional teams.

  • Where do Clinical Data Managers work?question toggle

    Clinical Data Managers work in pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, medical device organizations, contract research organizations, and other groups that conduct or support clinical studies.

  • How can I find Clinical Data Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted professional Clinical Data Manager opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its compensation details, qualifications, responsibilities, and location.