Lead Clinical Data Manager

Accenture•Morristown, NJ

fulltime

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

12+ years

About the role

The Lead Clinical Data Manager (LCDM) is a Career Level 9 (CL9) responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of clinical data systems and processes (including change management) to ensure high-quality data collection and integrity across clinical trials. This role plays a critical part in driving innovation, ensuring compliance, and collaborating cross-functionally to support successful trial execution.

Key Responsibilities

Data Management Leadership: Direct the development and maintenance of clinical trial databases for pharmaceutical and biologic compounds.
Data Integrity & Quality: Design and execute comprehensive edit checks to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and compliance with regulatory standards.
Discrepancy Resolution: Collaborate to resolve complex data discrepancies and ensure clean datasets.
Data Analysis & Reporting: Develop Data Validation Plan; partner with study teams to analyze data, troubleshoot issues, and communicate findings with investigator sites.
Process Innovation: Lead the implementation of paperless studies using Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems and contribute to process optimization while reinforcing change management principles.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with clinical researchers, project managers, statisticians, and other stakeholders to meet project goals.
Operational Excellence:
Implement Quality by Design (QbD) frameworks.
Support enhanced Ways of Working (WoW) initiatives to promote first-time-right (FTR) execution.
Define and track metrics to measure process improvements and outcomes.
Align training strategies with the Zero Gravity program and develop Just-in-Time (JIT) training content.
Execute study build and related process tasks in alignment with timelines and deliverables.
Maintain documentation in accordance with Client SOPs and regulatory guidance.
Respond to User Acceptance Testing (UAT) findings and implement corrective/preventive actions.
Serve as the primary CDM point of contact for assigned studies and collaborate with Client Leads on strategy and process improvements.

Job Requirements

This role requires hybrid onsite work at the client site in Southeastern PA or Northern NJ

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (Minimum 12 years of experience or 6 years with an Associate’s Degree).
Minimum 4 years of experience in one of a combination of the following areas: clinical data management, project management and or clinical trial technology experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Degree in in Data Management, MIS, Biological/Clinical Sciences, or related field.
Proven leadership in clinical data management.
Expertise in EDC systems and clinical trial technologies.
Familiarity with CDISC CDASH/SDTM standards.
Strong knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and project management skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Proficiency in English (written and verbal).

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.

We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 03/31/2026.

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Role Location Annual Salary Range

California $70,350 to $205,800

Cleveland $59,100 to $164,600

Colorado $63,800 to $177,800

District of Columbia $68,000 to $189,300

Illinois $59,100 to $177,800

Maryland $63,800 to $177,800

Massachusetts $63,800 to $189,300

Minnesota $63,800 to $177,800

New York $66,300 to $205,800

New Jersey $68,000 to $205,800

Washington $80,200 to $189,300

Philadelphia, PA

Morristown, NJ

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