Associate Director, Global Clinical Data Standards Vocabulary Specialist

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Associate Director specializing in Global Clinical Data Standards at a clinical research company. Mentoring staff and collaborating on data governance and standardization initiatives.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeRemote • New Jersey, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $142,400 - $224,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in pre-clinical and clinical research, with a strong focus on managing CDISC Controlled Terminology and knowledge of clinical research-controlled terminology. Proven ability to lead projects, mentor junior staff, and engage in strategic process improvements while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.

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8 Years’ Experience In Pre-Clinical/Clinical Research2 Years’ Experience In Data StandardsCDISC Controlled Terminology ManagementKnowledge Of Clinical Research-Controlled TerminologyExcellent Communication/Presentation Skills

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Hard Skills

Data Standards DevelopmentClinical Study Data StandardsVersioning And Maintenance Of Controlled TerminologyUnderstanding Of External Data TypesKnowledge Of Lab Values And Unit Of Measure Conversions

Soft Skills

Stakeholder ManagementMentoring And Guiding Junior StaffInnovative SpiritAbility To Manage Multiple Projects

Industry Keywords

MedDRAWHODDSNOMEDClinical ResearchData Governance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

work independently or collaboratively as a member of a team or successful leader
interact with staff across multiple company sites
mentor, guide and provide direction to junior staff
lead or participate in internal clinical data standards forums
support standards development teams and data governance reviews
engage in strategic and process improvement/design projects
contribute to industry forums and standards development teams
maintain knowledge of new technologies, clinical study data standards and regulatory requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

8 years’ work experience in pre-clinical/clinical research
minimum 2 years’ experience in data standards
strong emphasis on managing and applying CDISC Controlled Terminology
knowledge of clinical research-controlled terminology (i.e., MedDRA, WHODD, SNOMED)
understanding of various external data types (i.e., genetics, immunogenicity, PK/PD)
understanding of collection and terminology associated with questionnaires
understanding of lab values and the importance and maintenance of unit of measure conversions
knowledge of versioning and maintenance of controlled terminology
excellent communication/presentation skills
must have an innovative spirit and outstanding stakeholder management skills
ability to manage multiple projects

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
retirement benefits, including 401(k)
paid holidays
vacation
compassionate and sick days