Clinical Data Manager Jobs

Clinical Data Manager jobs are open across pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, and contract research organizations, from entry-level data coordinator to senior and principal levels, with specializations in oncology trials, EDC system management, and regulatory submissions. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles978+
Top stateTexas
Top employerNutrien
Top citySeattle, WA
Work type71% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Object Technology Solutions Inc
IT Performance Mgr 1
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Object Technology Solutions Inc
New 1h ago
IT Performance Mgr 1
Object Technology Solutions Inc
Overland Park, Kansas
On-Site
High School

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Eli Lilly
Clinical Data Manager
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Eli Lilly
New 2h ago
Clinical Data Manager
Eli Lilly
Indianapolis, Indiana
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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IQVIA
Project Support Mgr
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IQVIA
New 6h ago
Project Support Mgr
IQVIA
New Providence, New Jersey
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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HD Supply
Mgr, Accounts Payable
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HD Supply
New 12h ago
Mgr, Accounts Payable
HD Supply
Atlanta, Georgia
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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University of Miami
Clinical Research Data Specialist
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University of Miami
New 18h ago
Clinical Research Data Specialist
University of Miami
Miami, Florida
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Clinical Data Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Nutrien
    Nutrien55
  • Amazon
    Amazon48
  • Amazon Web Services
    Amazon Web Services43
  • Medpace
    Medpace18
  • CVS Health
    CVS Health15

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services175
  • Retail133
  • Technology & Software107
  • Distribution & Wholesale59
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals52

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical data manager jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, health informatics, or a related field
  • Hands-on experience with EDC platforms such as Medidata Rave or Veeva Vault
  • Proficiency in developing and maintaining data management plans for clinical trials
  • Knowledge of CDISC standards including CDASH and SDTM data models
  • Experience with database lock procedures, discrepancy management, and SAE reconciliation
  • SCDM Good Clinical Data Management Practice certification preferred for senior roles

Tips for Your Clinical Data Manager Job Search

Tailor your resume to EDC systems

Hiring managers scan for named platforms like Medidata Rave, Oracle Clinical, or Veeva Vault. List every EDC and CTMS you have hands-on experience with, including version or module if relevant. Burying those names deep in a job description kills your chances.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists clinical data manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter by therapeutic area to target openings

Oncology, rare disease, and neurology trials each use distinct data collection standards and oversight requirements. Searching by therapeutic area rather than job title alone surfaces postings that match your actual protocol experience, making your application far more competitive.

Quantify your data validation outcomes

Replace vague bullets like 'managed database lock' with specifics: number of studies, timelines hit, or discrepancy resolution rates you achieved. Reviewers weigh concrete data quality metrics heavily when comparing candidates at the same seniority level.

Prepare a protocol walk-through for interviews

Clinical data manager interviews frequently include a scenario where you walk through how you would set up a data management plan for a given protocol. Practice articulating your edit check logic, SAE reconciliation approach, and database lock process out loud before the call.

Negotiate scope before accepting a title

Two job offers with identical titles can differ dramatically in study portfolio size, sponsor complexity, and cross-functional authority. Ask directly how many studies you own at once and whether the role owns DMP authorship, so you compare the actual jobs, not just the titles.

Clinical Data Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most clinical data managers?

Nutrien, Amazon, and Amazon Web Services are hiring the most clinical data managers right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Contract research organizations and large pharmaceutical sponsors consistently post the highest volume of openings across seniority levels.

How many clinical data manager jobs are remote?

About 29% of clinical data manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, making it one of the more remote-accessible roles in clinical operations. Positions focused on EDC system oversight, data review, and DMP authorship are the most likely to be offered with full location flexibility, while on-site study startup roles are less commonly remote.

How do you become a clinical data manager?

Start with a degree in life sciences, health informatics, nursing, or a related field, then gain hands-on experience as a clinical data coordinator or data entry associate on sponsored trials. Build proficiency in at least one major EDC platform, learn CDISC data standards, and pursue SCDM certification once you have direct data management experience. Moving into a manager role typically requires demonstrated ownership of a full study data management plan from protocol setup through database lock.

Can you get a clinical data manager job with little experience?

Yes, but you need to position your entry strategically. Employers hiring junior clinical data managers prioritize hands-on exposure to clinical trial data, even from a coordinator or data entry role, over years of experience. Completing a CDISC fundamentals course, getting certified in a widely used EDC platform, and applying to CROs that run large trial portfolios and promote from within gives you the most realistic path into a first manager-level role.

What does the clinical data manager interview process look like?

Most interview processes include an initial recruiter screen focused on EDC experience and study type background, followed by a technical interview with a data management lead or director covering your DMP development process, edit check logic, and database lock procedures. A final round often involves a panel with cross-functional stakeholders from biostatistics or clinical operations and may include a scenario-based exercise where you walk through how you would set up data management for a described protocol.

Where can I find and apply to clinical data manager jobs?

You can find and apply to clinical data manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your experience level and therapeutic area focus, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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