Merck KGaA Posted September 2, 2026

Associate Director Clinical Data Manager (all genders)

Warszawa, Mazowieckie, Poland FULL_TIME
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About this opportunity

Work Your Magic with us!

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

A great opportunity has opened within the Data Monitoring, Management and Innovation department to further strengthen our Clinical Data Management team. As an Associate Director Clinical Data Manager (all genders), you will play a crucial role in managing and overseeing clinical data management activities within the organization. You will be responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and completeness of clinical trial data, while also coordinating a team of clinical data management professionals in a matrix setting.

This role requires to be on-site in our office in Warsaw, Poland for 3 days per week.

Your role: In this role, you are accountable for all Clinical Data Management (CDM)  related deliverables across assigned global (Phase I–IIIb) trials or programs of varying complexity. As a CDM representative at study/program level, you provide CDM leadership and apply project management and operational expertise to strategically plan and deliver CDM activities, including timelines, resources, risk management, progress tracking, and stakeholder engagement.

You define and execute risk-based strategies for the collection, cleaning, coding, and quality assurance of eCRF and external data. In addition, you ensure the accuracy, integrity, and completeness of clinical trial data through comprehensive review and validation activities. You are responsible for the quality of clinical databases/deliverables (incl. eCRF and external data) as well as the submission readiness of CDM deliverables and data packages (e.g. CDISC). As a primary CDM contact for HA submission activities, you support related preparations and meetings.

You manage CRO and vendor performance, including selection, assessment, and budget management for assigned trial(s). You also contribute to process improvements and to the development and maintenance of SOPs, work instructions, and best practices.

If assigned to a program, you apply your understanding of the compound profile to support consistent CDM processes and documentation across studies. You use your knowledge of CDASH, SDTM, and other recognised industry standards to ensure consistent implementation across the assigned program or indication. You may mentor colleagues and lead program-level activities that support study delivery.

Who you are:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a scientific or technical discipline, preferably in life sciences, data management, or a related field

Minimum of 10 years of experience in clinical data management within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or healthcare industry

Profound, long-standing experience in leading clinical data management activities in complex Oncology development projects (including large phase III trials) both on trial and program level

Experience in working in different sourcing models with a focus on in-house models

Committed to continuous personal and professional development, and bringing external insights to the role to drive innovation and process improvement

Proficient in contributing to non-study related initiatives e.g. process improvements, in addition to study assignments

Strong project management, analytical, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills

Ability to work proactively and independently on assigned tasks or projects of varying complexity; prioritising and managing multiple activities simultaneously

Demonstrated ability to lead and oversee end-to-end data management activities within a clinical trial, as well as leading and coordinating global teams in a matrix organization

Familiar with autonomously providing reports to senior management, including updates on financials, forecasts and timelines

Proficiency in data management systems and tools, including strong knowledge of regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices related to clinical data management

Experience in Risk Based Data Monitoring/Management, and with clinical trial data standards, such as CDISC, is preferred

Your main benefits:

Health and well-being: Get access to private medical care, life insurance, and sports card, receive prepaid lunch card

Work-Life balance: Enjoy additional paid days off, flexible working hours

Learning and Development: Take advantage of co-financing for language courses, trainings, and certifications as well as other development opportunities

Employee support and engagement: Benefit from Employee Assistance Program and join employee engagement groups for support and connection

Information on how we process your personal data for recruitment purposes, you can find on the registration form in our Recruitment Portal

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

Job details

Seniority
Associate Director
Function
Clinical Development
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Warszawa, Mazowieckie, Poland
Employment type
FULL_TIME

How this role compares

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We currently track 519 comparable Associate Director Clinical Development roles across 70 biopharma companies.

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490Currently active
70Companies hiring similar roles
40Countries represented

Salary context

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Peers share this role's job function and a matching or adjacent seniority level -- not necessarily the same therapeutic area or country.

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Peer group range $77,400 – $299,813 (median $176,800)

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Seniority mix

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Therapeutic area mix

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