New · posted Oct 31
Penumbra · Medical Devices
Clinical Data Manager (Temporary)
- Remote, US
- Remote
- Contract
- Senior & Principal
The role
The temporary Clinical Data Manager acts as a lead data manager for one or more projects, applies data management experience to clinical trials, and utilizes functional knowledge of the logistics of clinical trials to ensure the quality and integrity of clinical trial data. The CDM works on multi-functional teams and supports clinical trial projects as a departmental subject matter expert (SME).
We are seeking a temporary clinical data manager who can dedicate 20 hours a week to support ongoing study activities. The initial assignment is for 6 months, but may be extended to meet the needs of our Team. Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the US.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
•Independently lead and/or perform all data management activities within an assigned study (e.g., study startup, study conduct, study closeout, and reporting). *
•Serve as the data management SME on multidisciplinary project teams providing specific expertise on timeline development, identification of data management deliverables and resource requirements. *
•Participate in the creation, review, and maintenance of project timelines and monitor progress of data management activities. *
•Provide oversight for Data Management CRO and other vendors to ensure compliance with the protocol, external/internal standards, Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), applicable regulatory guidelines, SOPs, and other relevant guidelines.
•Ensure Data Management documentation is filed/archived according to applicable Penumbra and regulatory requirements. *
•Interact with data management, biostatistics, Clinical Affairs and Medical Affairs team to ensure integrity and quality of data. *
•Contribute ideas to the development of the department, identifying areas for improvement (e.g., SOPs, processes)
•Participates in audits and inspections. *
•Attend Investigator Meetings when requested to provide training on CRF data completion.
•Responsible for creation of training materials and training of the CRAs to ensure consistency of data entry at the sites. *
•Provide DM departmental training and to other teams, as needed.
•Utilizes reports to track study progress and ensure timeliness and quality expectations are met.
•Adhere to the Company’s Quality Management System (QMS) as well as domestic and global quality system regulations, standards, and procedures. *
•Understand relevant security, privacy and compliance principles and adhere to the regulations, standards, and procedures that are applicable to the Company. *
•Ensure other members of the department follow the QMS, regulations, standards, and procedures. *
•Perform other work-related duties as assigned.
*Indicates an essential function of the role
Required Qualifications
Minimum education and experience
•Bachelor's degree with 5+ years in a medical device, pharmaceutical company, or similar environment (e.g., CRO); or an equivalent combination of education and experience
What you need
Preferred qualificationsnice to have
•Master’s degree with 3+ years of clinical research, pharmaceutical company preferred
•Thorough knowledge of effective clinical data management practices; CCDM certified professional a plus
•Must have strong experience with systems used for electronic capture of clinical trial data (e.g., iMedidata Rave, InForm, eClinicalOS, RedCap)
•This position must have experience working on regulatory trials within the medical device and/or pharmaceutical industry
•Position requires technical, organizational, analytical, and strong communication skills
•Knowledge of regulatory guidelines pertaining to data quality and data management
•Proven experience and in-depth understanding of all aspects of Data Management
•Ability to effectively manage change and multiple priorities
•Ability to operate independently and achieve results; ability to effectively deal with employees and business contacts and conveys a positive service-oriented attitude
•Knowledge of continuous improvement, project management, change management, and risk management
•Medical device, pharmaceutical, biotech, or other regulated industry experience required
•Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Pay
$104,000 – $166,000 a year
Employer providedBase Pay Range Per Hour: $50.00 - $80.00
Individual compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.
• A collaborative teamwork environment where learning is constant, and performance is rewarded.
• The opportunity to be part of the team that is revolutionizing the treatment of some of the world's most devastating diseases.
• A generous benefits package for eligible employees that includes medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid parental leave, eleven paid company holidays per year, a minimum of fifteen days of accrued vacation per year, which increases with tenure, and paid sick time in compliance with applicable law(s).
Penumbra, Inc., headquartered in Alameda, California, is a global healthcare company focused on innovative therapies. Penumbra designs, develops, manufactures, and markets novel products and has a broad portfolio that addresses challenging medical conditions in markets with significant unmet need. Penumbra sells its products to hospitals and healthcare providers primarily through its direct sales organization in the United States, most of Europe, Canada, and Australia, and through distributors in select international markets. The Penumbra logo is a trademark of Penumbra, Inc.
Working conditions
•General office environment
•Willingness and ability to work on site.
•May have business travel from 0% - 5% to conferences and/or other Penumbra affiliated facilities.
•Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens
•Requires some lifting and moving of up to 25 pounds
•Must be able to move between buildings and floors.
•Must be able to remain stationary and use a computer or other standard office equipment, such as a printer or copy machine, for an extensive period of time each day.
•Must be able to read, prepare emails, and produce documents and spreadsheets.
•Must be able to move within the office and access file cabinets or supplies, as needed.
•Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information with employees at all levels on a daily basis. Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information with employees at all levels on a daily basis.
Equal opportunity, accessibility and legal noticesPenumbra's statements, word for word
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
If you reside in the State of California, please also refer to Penumbra's Privacy Notice for California Residents.
For additional information on Penumbra’s commitment to being an equal opportunity employer, please see Penumbra's AAP Policy Statement.
Job intelligence
The context around this role
Live data · October 31, 2026
Salary intelligence
How the pay compares
This role's midpoint is 9% below the US median for Clinical Data Management roles at this level.
This roleEmployer provided
Senior & Principal roles in the US7 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| This role | $104,000 | — | $166,000 |
| All US (middle half) | $132,500 | $148,000 | $159,500 |
This role: Penumbra's own published range. Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Clinical Data Management roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, October 31, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
Career trajectory
Where this role sits in Clinical Data Management
The general path across 29 open Clinical Data Management roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not Penumbra's own promotion track.
Skills DNA
What this role leans on
How many of the posting's 5 duty, requirement and summary lines touch each area. The posting's emphasis, not a proficiency score.
- Clinical trial conduct4
- Collaboration and leadership4
- Data and digital systems3
- Quality systems and risk2
- GMP and compliance1
- Lab testing and methods1
- Documentation and SOPs1
- Investigations and CAPA1
Regulatory intelligence
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Company hiring pulse
Penumbra on Regulatory Jobs
- 14
- Open roles
- 13
- Distinct roles
- 3
- Locations
By discipline
- Quality11 79%
- Regulatory2 14%
- Clinical1 7%
By level
- Senior & Principal8 57%
- Associate & Specialist4 29%
- Manager2 14%
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