IQVIA Posted November 5, 2026

Data Team Lead (M/W/D)

Frankfurt, Germany Full time
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About this opportunity

Professional Overview

Experienced Clinical Data Management professional with proven expertise in leading end-to-end delivery of data management services across single and multi-service clinical projects. Adept at ensuring high-quality deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and in full compliance with GCP, regulatory requirements, and SOPs.

Strong background in acting as a Data Team Lead (DTL), driving project planning, execution, and close-out while fostering collaboration across cross-functional teams. Recognized for delivering customer-focused solutions, managing stakeholder relationships, and implementing continuous process improvements.

Key Responsibilities & Expertise

Client & Stakeholder Management

Act as the primary point of contact for clients on all data management deliverables

Build and maintain strong, long-term customer relationships

Collaborate with client data managers, stakeholders, and internal teams to ensure seamless project execution

Lead discussions on timelines, resourcing, deliverables, and process improvements

Manage escalations effectively, ensuring timely resolution of issues

Project & Service Delivery

Lead full data management lifecycle from study start-up to close-out

Provide technical and operational leadership across DM projects

Ensure milestones, deliverables, and timelines are consistently met

Serve as escalation point for complex or unresolved data issues

Coordinate closely with Data Operations teams, functional leads, and project managers

Oversee development, review, and approval of Data Management Plans (DMPs)

Implement proactive quality management strategies and drive continuous improvement

Quality & Compliance

Ensure all processes are aligned with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and regulatory guidelines

Monitor quality metrics and identify root causes of issues

Lead corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) where needed

Maintain compliance with SOPs, policies, and internal systems

Financial & Operational Oversight

Manage project budgets and Scope of Work (SOW) deliverables

Review financial performance and contribute to project forecasting

Identify and manage out-of-scope activities and change orders

Support revenue tracking, invoicing, and financial reporting

Contribute to RFP responses, pricing strategies, and bid defense meetings

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

Provide leadership and mentorship to data management teams

Promote efficient workflows and high-quality standards

Contribute to process optimization and implementation of new technologies

Participate in global and local best practice initiatives

Core Competencies

Clinical Data Management Lifecycle (Phase I–III, especially Phase III)

Data Team Leadership (DTL)

Project Management & Delivery

Stakeholder & Client Management

Database & Data Quality Oversight

SAE & External Vendor Reconciliation

GCP & Regulatory Compliance

Cross-functional Team Leadership

Financial & Resource Management

Process Improvement & Innovation

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Health, Clinical, Biological, Mathematical Sciences or related field

≥3 years Clinical Data Management experience

≥1 year experience as Project Lead / Data Team Lead

Proven delivery of at least one Phase III clinical study

Strong knowledge of: Medical terminology, pharmacology, anatomy, physiology

Data management systems and processes

Regulatory requirements and GCP

Professional Strengths

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer engagement skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving ability

Highly organized with strong attention to detail

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Proven ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

Job details

Seniority
Not listed
Function
Data & Digital
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Frankfurt, Germany
Employment type
Full time

How this role compares

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We currently track 881 comparable Data & Digital roles across 88 biopharma companies.

881Comparable roles tracked
826Currently active
88Companies hiring similar roles
45Countries represented

Salary context

239 of 881 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function. This posting doesn't list a seniority level, so peers aren't narrowed by seniority either -- the range below may span more levels than usual.

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Peer group range $0 – $339,950 (median $185,500)

Where these roles are based

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United States346
India153
Spain42
United Kingdom42
France33
Germany27

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Seniority mix

551 of 881 peers have a known seniority level

Manager158
Senior111
Associate Director69
Director64
Intern/Fellow/Postdoc54
Principal53
Associate15
Executive/VP14
Senior Director13

Therapeutic area mix

29 of 881 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

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Immunology5
Neuroscience4
Rare Disease2
Cardiovascular / CVRM1
Ophthalmology1
Respiratory1
Vaccines & Infectious Disease1
Dermatology & Aesthetics1

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