Global Head of Data Management

Genentech • South San Francisco, CA

311d • $271,500 - $504,300

About The Position

As the Global Head of Data Management, you will provide strategic leadership and oversight across Data Management, ensuring a cohesive and high-performing Data Management function that drives excellence in service of our strategy through effective management, delivery, and governance of data assets with the highest standards of quality and compliance. You will be accountable for all clinical data management responsibilities across development, including driving excellence in resourcing, technologies, and processes supporting all trials at Roche. You will report to the Global Head, PD Data Sciences & Analytics (PD-DSA), and you will be responsible for shaping the strategy for data management modernization across data modalities, therapy areas, countries, and technology platforms. You will lead a global, high-performing organization of approximately 250-300 Data Management professionals and external partners to support Roche development. Your direct reports will include senior leaders. Sitting on the PD-DSA leadership team, you will collaborate with senior leaders in PD-DSA and beyond to influence and contribute to the overall strategy and success of early and late stage development programs at Roche.

Requirements

• MSc, PhD, or other advanced degree in Data Sciences, Statistics, Mathematics or related area.
• Minimum 15 years experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry with an emphasis in data management.
• Strong Computer Science skills and proficiency in data management tools and software.
• Demonstrated success in a senior leadership role.
• Knowledge of GCP, international and in-country regulations, guidelines and their application.
• Thorough understanding of the overall drug development process.
• Experience with all relevant data types (e.g., multi-modal data).
• Track record of establishing successful partnerships with relevant partner organizations.
• Influential and confident communicator.
• Proven experience in leading and managing high-performing teams.
• Willingness to adopt new technologies and methodologies, in-depth experience in AI and digital advancements.
• Strong English language skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and set a clear PD-DSA strategy and goals that align with Roche's broader objectives.
• Embed and drive the adoption of PD-DSA's strategic imperatives of Data, Digital/AI, and Design (the 3Ds) across your teams' workflows.
• Act as a role model for your teams by delivering excellence in all aspects of your work.
• Define and create clear accountability across each function in your organization and beyond.
• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for global data management teams across five therapeutic areas.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive global Data Management strategy that aligns with Roche's research and development objectives.
• Effectively oversee all data management delivery across internal teams and external vendors for late-stage development.
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to align data management capabilities with evolving business needs and scientific priorities.
• Actively contribute to enterprise-wide initiatives that establish data as a strategic asset within the company.
• Evaluate challenges as they arise and develop innovative solutions for teams to execute.
• Act as the primary liaison between the Data Management function and key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Early Development Biometrics and teams across early development to support data management efforts.
• Support and represent data management at global cross-functional leadership meetings.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with global stakeholders.
• Ensure global practices and standards are aligned with internal and international regulatory guidelines.
• Oversee data governance processes, ensuring data assets are curated, maintained, and shared responsibly.
• Drive continuous improvement by partnering closely with the Digital Endpoints & Patient Centered Solutions function.
• Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing global team of Data Management professionals.
• Establish a strong culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous learning within the Data Management function.
• Define clear performance metrics and success criteria for the Data Management function.

Benefits

• Relocation benefits are available for this job posting.
• A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree