Logo of Huzzle

Program Manager, Clinical Data Science

image

ICON plc

13d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Dublin
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need expert clinical data science knowledge, 10+ years experience, strong leadership skills, financial oversight capabilities, and the ability to anticipate complex problems.
  • You will oversee project milestones, ensure quality and timelines, lead teams, manage escalations, conduct financial reviews, and support client partnerships in clinical data science initiatives.

Requirements

  • - Expert knowledge of clinical data science activities (data management/clinical systems/clinical data risk).
  • - Ability to understand protocol content in the context of clinical data management/clinical data science delivery.
  • - Provides consultation for clinical data science best practices (processes, systems, regulations etc).
  • - Strong leadership and project management skills.
  • - Typical years of experience 10+. An equivalent combination of education, training and relevant experience may be considered in place of the education and experience stated.
  • - Established Mentor and or SME.
  • - Problems are complex in nature. Limited precedence or guidance may not be available. Undertakes analysis and investigation to identify and define problems. Anticipates future issues.
  • - Oversight of number of clients or program work in a client partnership.
  • - Supports clinical data science strategic plans at client level.
  • - Performs financial review of projects under their span.
  • - Guides project team with respect to out-of-scope tasks.
  • - Oversight management and forecasting within financial tool utilized.
  • - Review financial documentation and assess preparedness related to all clinical data science activities from planning through data delivery/close out.
  • - Approves Worked Units, Forecasted Units and project invoices monthly.
  • - Adapt style and use persuasion in delivering messages. Presents and defends analysis and secure approval on complex matters.
  • - Travel (approximately 15 %) domestic and/or international.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure program and study level goals and objectives are consistently met to the highest standard of quality.
  • Ensure CDS functional team lead deliverables consistently meet study timelines, quality standards and contractual requirements.
  • Implement effective tracking and reporting to delivery to study contract.
  • Provide technical and managerial leadership, including mentorship and subject matter experts.
  • Accountable for all CDS project delivery milestones and internal reporting and progress reports for assigned projects.
  • Oversees project status and escalates potential problems effectively and in a timely manner to ensure functional management and those responsible for project management informed of critical issues that might affect project target dates, scope or budget.
  • Works independently and, as needed, able to manage escalations with clients and/or external customers and departments.
  • Point of escalation internally/externally.
  • Other responsibilities may be assigned as required.
  • Travel (approximately 15%) domestic and/or international.
  • Accountable for all CDS project delivery milestones and internal reporting and progress reports for assigned projects.
  • Holds primary accountability for delivery oversight for CDS standalone projects.
  • Undertakes analysis and investigation to identify and define problems.
  • Anticipates future issues.
  • Oversight of number of clients or program work in a client partnership.
  • Supports clinical data science strategic plans at client level.
  • Reviews project proposals and attends bid defenses as a representative of the function when required.
  • Performs financial review of projects under their span.
  • Guides project team with respect to out-of-scope tasks.
  • Oversight management and forecasting within financial tool utilized.
  • Review financial documentation and assess preparedness related to all clinical data science activities from planning through data delivery/close out.
  • Approves Worked Units, Forecasted Units and project invoices monthly.
  • Adapt style and use persuasion in delivering messages.
  • Presents and defends analysis and secure approval on complex matters.

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Program Manager in Clinical Data Science?

The primary role is to ensure program and study level goals are met to the highest standard of quality, overseeing project delivery milestones and internal reporting for assigned projects.

What qualifications are necessary for this position?

Typically, 10+ years of experience in clinical data science activities, with a strong background in leadership and project management skills. An equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience may also be considered.

Is travel required for this position?

Yes, travel is required, approximately 15% of the time, which may include domestic and/or international travel.

What types of projects will the Program Manager oversee?

The Program Manager will oversee clinical data science projects, ensuring they adhere to timelines, quality standards, and contractual requirements.

What financial responsibilities does this position entail?

The Program Manager is responsible for performing financial reviews of projects, guiding teams on out-of-scope tasks, managing and forecasting financial performance, and approving project invoices monthly.

Can I apply if I don’t meet all the qualifications?

Yes, we encourage you to apply regardless if you don't meet all the requirements, as there's a chance you could be a great fit for the role.

What kind of support does ICON offer for employee well-being?

ICON offers various health insurance options, a global Employee Assistance Programme, retirement planning, and flexible optional benefits to support overall well-being and work-life balance.

How does ICON ensure an inclusive work environment?

ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds, ensuring equal opportunity for all qualified candidates.

What types of experience are particularly valued for this position?

Expertise in clinical data science activities, clinical data management, problem-solving in complex situations, and a strong understanding of clinical data science best practices and regulations are highly valued.

What additional responsibilities might be assigned to the Program Manager?

Other responsibilities may be assigned as required, depending on project needs and organizational goals.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Since our foundation in Dublin, Ireland in 1990, our mission has been to help our clients to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life. We do this by delivering best in class information, solutions and performance, with an unyielding focus on quality at all times. We offer a full range of consulting, development and commercialisation services from a global network of offices in 53 countries. We focus our innovation on the factors that are critical to our clients – reducing time to market, reducing cost, and increasing quality – and our global team of experts has extensive experience in a broad range of therapeutic areas.