Associate Director Data Management, MDM

Neurocrine Biosciences • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

The Associate Director, Data Management, MDM will lead the strategy, governance, and operations of Neurocrine’s Master Data Management (MDM) capabilities, ensuring trusted, high-quality master data across the commercial organization. As a key leader within the Commercial Data Management team, this role is responsible for defining and executing the enterprise MDM roadmap, establishing governance frameworks, and partnering closely with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver a true “single source of truth” for critical commercial data domains. This position reports to the Director, Data Management and plays a pivotal role in enabling data-driven decision-making, regulatory compliance, and scalable commercial operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline with 10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotech Commercial Operations, Commercial Data Management, or related fields OR Master's degree preferred and 8+ years of similar experience noted above
• Expert knowledge of data management best practices with focus on master data management (5+ years)
• Hands-on experience with Master Data Management (MDM) technologies such as Reltio, Informatica, and/or Veeva Network
• Demonstrated experience leading mastering processes for key commercial biopharma domains, including HCP, HCO, affiliations, payer, product, and patient data
• Strong understanding of the commercial biopharma data ecosystem, including data flows, governance, and operational processes
• High degree of comfort working with data across a variety of tools, platforms, and programming languages, such as Excel, Power BI, Tableau, Databricks, SQL, and Python
• Familiarity with commercial data sources including IQVIA, Symphony, Definitive Healthcare, specialty pharmacy and distributor data (e.g., 852/867); experience with digital marketing data sources is highly desirable
• Demonstrated ability to independently lead projects and operate effectively in a matrixed, cross-functional environment with competing priorities
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts and data-driven insights into clear business language for diverse audiences
• Proven experience handling patient-level data and strong familiarity with HIPAA and related regulatory requirements
• Successful track record managing large, cross-functional technology and data initiatives with strong project management, organizational, and prioritization skills
• Advanced proficiency with PowerPoint, Excel, and Word; working knowledge of statistical packages such as SAS or similar tools is preferred
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills, with a strong attention to detail and a process-driven mindset

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting MDM for long-term care (LTC) is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Lead all data management activities related to Master Data Management (MDM) initiatives within the commercial organization
• Define, own, and execute Neurocrine’s commercial MDM strategy and multi-year roadmap, aligned with enterprise goals and business priorities
• Establish and govern MDM frameworks, including data governance models, stewardship programs, operating procedures, and standards
• Oversee integration and mastering of critical commercial data domains, including HCP, HCO, affiliation, payer, product, and patient data, from multiple internal and external source systems into the central MDM platform
• Ensure high levels of data quality, integrity, accuracy, accessibility, and regulatory compliance across mastered data sets
• Build, lead, and oversee a team of data stewards, including both full-time employees and outsourced/vendor resources. Note that the position will not have direct reports upon hiring
• Provide strong stakeholder leadership and partnership with Field Operations, Analytics, Marketing, and IT to ensure MDM solutions meet evolving business needs
• Oversee MDM technology platform (e.g., Reltio, Informatica, Veeva Network) and operations, including data pipelines, integrations, and mastering workflows
• Partner closely with IT to implement and optimize MDM technologies, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and data ecosystem standards
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across data collection, management, and consumption processes to support scalable, insight-driven commercial execution
• Lead initiatives to identify, resolve, and prevent data discrepancies, while continuously improving data quality monitoring and remediation processes
• Manage complex, cross-functional projects related to MDM strategy, technology implementation, and operational enhancements

Benefits

• Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level