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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Associate Director, Clinical Data Management - **Company:** Artiva Biotherapeutics - **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $190,000.0 - $205,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clinical Data Management, Clinical Data Repository, Databases, Coherent Remote File System (CRFS), Data Governance, Information Technology, Real Time Data, Data Management, Data Delivery - **Published:** July 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=202342d5418999db ## About the Role * 10+ years of clinical data management experience in pharma, biotech, or CRO, with 5+ years in progressive leadership roles * Demonstrated experience managing and overseeing Data Management activities directly and through CRO/third-party service providers * Deep expertise in EDC systems (Medidata Rave preferred) and clinical data standards (CDISC CDASH/SDTM, ICH GCP E6(R3), 21 CFR Part 11) * Proven track record managing CRO and third-party DM vendor relationships across multiple concurrent studies * Strong cross-functional communication and stakeholder management skills; ability to influence without authority at all levels of an organization * Strong cross-functional communication and stakeholder management skills; ability to influence without authority at all levels of an organization * Experience supporting regulatory submissions (IND, NDA/BLA) and/or inspection readiness activities preferred * Bachelor's degree in life sciences, computer science, or related field; advanced degree a plus ## Description Artiva Biotherapeutics is seeking a Associate Director, Clinical Data Management to lead and scale our CDM function as we advance our NK cell therapy pipeline. This is a senior leadership role that combines hands-on program oversight with organizational accountability and serve as the internal subject matter expert on all things data management. This role is responsible for managing end-to-end data management activities across one or more clinical studies, Reporting to the Director or Head of Clinical Development Operations, the AD will be a key partner to Clinical Operations, Biostatistics, Translational Sciences, and Regulatory Affairs - driving quality, timelines, and innovation across Artiva's clinical data infrastructure. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned CDM leader who is energized by the opportunity to shape a function from the ground up in a high-impact, mission-driven organization., Leadership & strategy * Execute Artiva's CDM strategy - including technology platforms, data standards, vendor governance, and quality frameworks - in alignment with overall Clinical Development objectives * Serve as the CDM functional representative on program teams and governance forums; partner with Clinical Operations, Biostatistics, Regulatory, and Translational Sciences to ensure integrated, inspection-ready data delivery * Drive departmental SOPs, working practices, and process improvement initiatives; ensure the CDM function is prepared for internal audits and regulatory inspections Program execution * Provide senior oversight of all CDM activities across assigned programs from study start-up through database lock, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality, clean, and complete data * Lead or oversee development and review of DM documents including CRFs, Data Management Plans, edit check specifications, Data Review Plans, and SAE reconciliation plans * Lead Artiva UAT strategy and execution for EDC builds; ensure UAT standards are maintained across the program * Manage and govern CRO and third-party vendor relationships for DM activities; oversee scope, quality, timelines, and budget; escalate and resolve issues proactively * Drive program-level DM timelines; maintain cross-study visibility of milestones, risks, and resource needs; report status to leadership * Coordinate and lead Artiva data quality reviews * Participate in regular study and project team meetings * Foster a culture of quality and continuous improvement Standards & innovation * Champion CDISC standards adoption (CDASH, SDTM) and EDC best practices across the organization * Evaluate and implement tools and technologies that advance data quality, efficiency, and real-time data visibility (e.g., risk-based monitoring integration, data review automation) * Mentor and develop CDM staff at all levels. ## Related Videos - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Implementing continuous delivery in a data processing pipeline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/73-implementing-continuous-delivery-in-a-data-processing-pipeline) - [Python-Based Data Streaming Pipelines Within Minutes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1233-python-based-data-streaming-pipelines-within-minutes) - [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture) - [Why and when should we consider Stream Processing frameworks in our solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1085-why-and-when-should-we-consider-stream-processing-frameworks-in-our-solutions) - [Database DevOps with Containers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/145-database-devops-with-containers) ## Related Articles - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Everything a Developer Needs to Know About MCP with Neo4j](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/604-everything-a-developer-needs-to-know-about-mcp-with-neo4j) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift)