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Title: Sr. Manager, Data Governance & MDM
Location: Cambridge, MA
About the role:
As a Senior Manager, Data Governance & Master Data Management (MDM), you will lead the design and execution of data governance and MDM practices within R&D. You will ensure high-quality, trusted, and well-managed master data that supports reliable decision-making, interoperability, and compliance, enabling R&D to deliver new medicines with greater speed and quality.
How will you contribute:
- Partner with R&D Data Domains to define, deploy, and maintain Critical Data Elements (CDEs) required for master data management.
- Own and manage the R&D MDM platform, including the design, implementation, and enhancement of MDM capabilities and features.
- Identify downstream systems that require master data integration and plan their onboarding to the enterprise MDM platform.
- Enable Data Stewards to implement data quality and integrity checks as part of MDM match-and-merge processes.
- Monitor and instrument the R&D data ecosystem to ensure critical master data is trusted, interoperable, and fit for use.
- Ensure governance, data quality, integrity, and privacy standards are consistently applied across mastered data.
- Drive adoption of MDM and data governance practices through clear standards, partner engagement, and practical enablement of data stewards and domain teams.
- Develop and implement R&D data governance policies and practices related to master data.
- Ensure adherence to data quality, integrity, and privacy standards.
- Lead the integration of R&D data systems into the enterprise MDM platform.
- Oversee master data modeling, matching, merging, and stewardship workflows.
- Support the design and deployment of data aligned with FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) principles.
- Ensure FAIR principles are consistently applied to mastered R&D data and operationalized through platforms and stewardship workflows.
- Work closely with R&D Data Domains, Enterprise Data teams, Legal, Ethics & Compliance, Privacy, and the Global Data Council to align governance and MDM practices.
- Implement tools and processes to continuously monitor master data quality, trustworthiness, and interoperability.
- Report on data health and risks, proactively addressing issues.
What you bring to Takeda:
- Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Business Administration, or a related field. Preferred: Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Data Science, Information Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum: 5–8 years of experience in data governance, data management, or related disciplines within pharmaceutical, healthcare, or life sciences environments.
- Strong hands-on experience with Master Data Management (MDM) and FAIR data principles.
- Experience working across R&D data domains, including Research, Clinical, Regulatory, Safety, and Portfolio.
- Demonstrated expertise in data quality management methods and tools.
- Proven ability to align data governance practices with business and compliance needs.
- Strong understanding of data governance, MDM, and data quality frameworks.
- Experience with data governance and MDM tools in regulated environments.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage technical and business stakeholders.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to lead, mentor, and influence cross-functional teams.
Desired
- Experience supporting regulatory compliance and data privacy initiatives in pharma or healthcare.
- Familiarity with data governance platforms, data lakes, and data warehousing solutions.
- Ability to drive adoption and change through practical, data-driven solutions.
Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary
We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.
For Location:
Boston, MA
U.S. Base Salary Range:
$137,000.00 - $215,270.00
The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.
U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.
EEO Statement
Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.
Locations
Boston, MA
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
Job Exempt
Yes
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Job Description
Title: Sr. Manager, Data Governance & MDM
Location: Cambridge, MA
About the role:
As a Senior Manager, Data Governance & Master Data Management (MDM), you will lead the design and execution of data governance and MDM practices within R&D. You will ensure high-quality, trusted, and well-managed master data that supports reliable decision-making, interoperability, and compliance, enabling R&D to deliver new medicines with greater speed and quality.
How will you contribute:
- Partner with R&D Data Domains to define, deploy, and maintain Critical Data Elements (CDEs) required for master data management.
- Own and manage the R&D MDM platform, including the design, implementation, and enhancement of MDM capabilities and features.
- Identify downstream systems that require master data integration and plan their onboarding to the enterprise MDM platform.
- Enable Data Stewards to implement data quality and integrity checks as part of MDM match-and-merge processes.
- Monitor and instrument the R&D data ecosystem to ensure critical master data is trusted, interoperable, and fit for use.
- Ensure governance, data quality, integrity, and privacy standards are consistently applied across mastered data.
- Drive adoption of MDM and data governance practices through clear standards, partner engagement, and practical enablement of data stewards and domain teams.
- Develop and implement R&D data governance policies and practices related to master data.
- Ensure adherence to data quality, integrity, and privacy standards.
- Lead the integration of R&D data systems into the enterprise MDM platform.
- Oversee master data modeling, matching, merging, and stewardship workflows.
- Support the design and deployment of data aligned with FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) principles.
- Ensure FAIR principles are consistently applied to mastered R&D data and operationalized through platforms and stewardship workflows.
- Work closely with R&D Data Domains, Enterprise Data teams, Legal, Ethics & Compliance, Privacy, and the Global Data Council to align governance and MDM practices.
- Implement tools and processes to continuously monitor master data quality, trustworthiness, and interoperability.
- Report on data health and risks, proactively addressing issues.
What you bring to Takeda:
- Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Business Administration, or a related field. Preferred: Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Data Science, Information Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum: 5–8 years of experience in data governance, data management, or related disciplines within pharmaceutical, healthcare, or life sciences environments.
- Strong hands-on experience with Master Data Management (MDM) and FAIR data principles.
- Experience working across R&D data domains, including Research, Clinical, Regulatory, Safety, and Portfolio.
- Demonstrated expertise in data quality management methods and tools.
- Proven ability to align data governance practices with business and compliance needs.
- Strong understanding of data governance, MDM, and data quality frameworks.
- Experience with data governance and MDM tools in regulated environments.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage technical and business stakeholders.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to lead, mentor, and influence cross-functional teams.
Desired
- Experience supporting regulatory compliance and data privacy initiatives in pharma or healthcare.
- Familiarity with data governance platforms, data lakes, and data warehousing solutions.
- Ability to drive adoption and change through practical, data-driven solutions.
Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary
We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.
For Location:
Boston, MA
U.S. Base Salary Range:
$137,000.00 - $215,270.00
The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.
U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.
EEO Statement
Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.
Locations
Boston, MA
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
Job Exempt
Yes
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Data Governance Manager
Align your credentials to PERM's degree requirement
PERM requires your employer to define a minimum degree requirement for the role. A master's in information management or data science strengthens EB-2 eligibility, while a bachelor's with documented governance experience supports EB-3 without limiting your options.
Target employers with dedicated governance functions
Companies in regulated industries like financial services, healthcare, and energy routinely hire Data Governance Managers and have established PERM filing processes. Look for job postings that list data stewardship frameworks, MDM platforms, or CDAO reporting structures as requirements.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate lets you filter for employers actively sponsoring EB-2 and EB-3 green cards for data roles, so you're not cold-applying to companies without a sponsorship track record for this position type.
Ask about prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Your employer must file a prevailing wage determination with OFLC before starting PERM. Check what wage level your offered compensation maps to using the OFLC Wage Search, since a Level I wage for a senior governance role can trigger audit scrutiny.
Document your data governance specialization thoroughly
USCIS scrutinizes whether a Data Governance Manager role constitutes a specialty occupation. Gather evidence of your specific framework expertise, such as DAMA-DMBOK methodology, data lineage tools, or regulatory compliance programs, to support your I-140 petition.
Clarify your employer's PERM recruitment timeline early
PERM requires your employer to complete DOL-mandated recruitment steps before filing, typically taking three to six months. Confirm whether your employer has completed this before or is starting fresh, since that window directly affects when your priority date can be established.
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Does a Data Governance Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3?
Most Data Governance Manager positions qualify for EB-2 if the job requires a master's degree or a bachelor's degree plus substantial specialized experience. EB-3 covers roles where a bachelor's degree is the stated minimum. Your employer's PERM job description controls which category applies, so the degree requirement written into that filing matters significantly.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B is a temporary status with a three-year initial period, subject to the annual lottery cap for most applicants. Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency with no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries, though EB-2 and EB-3 for nationals of India and China face priority date backlogs that can significantly extend timelines.
How long does the PERM process take for a Data Governance Manager?
The PERM labor certification process typically takes six to eighteen months from the start of DOL-mandated recruitment through certification, though audit cases take longer. After PERM certification, your employer files the I-140 petition with USCIS. Total time to a green card varies by your country of birth and whether your priority date is current when you reach the final step.
Where can I find employers that sponsor green cards for data governance roles?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter by visa type, including EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship, and see which employers have an active track record of sponsoring data-related roles. This saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering post-offer that a company has no PERM filing infrastructure in place.
Can my employer start PERM while I'm on H-1B or OPT?
Yes. Employers can file PERM on your behalf while you hold H-1B status or are working on OPT. Your current nonimmigrant status doesn't affect PERM eligibility. If you're on OPT with an upcoming expiration, discuss timing with your employer early, since transitioning to H-1B before OPT ends gives you a stable status while PERM and I-140 processing continues.
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