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Associate Director, Data Management


Job Location:

San Diego, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 173900 - 238000
Posted: 21 August 2026 (19 days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Who We Are:

Neurocrine Biosciencesis a leading biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering developing and commercializing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological psychiatric endocrine and immunological disorders. The companys diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia chorea associated with Huntingtons disease classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia hyperphagia in Prader-Willi syndrome endometriosis* and uterine fibroids* as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For more than three decades we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders because you deserve brave science. For more information visit and follow the company onLinkedInX Facebook and YouTube. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)



About the Role:
The Associate Director of Commercial Data Management Pipeline will lead the strategy governance and operations of Neurocrines commercial data ecosystem in support of its pipeline therapies Osavampator and this role the individual will ensure delivery of trusted high-quality data across the commercial organization. As a key leader within the Commercial Data Management team this role is responsible for defining and executing the roadmap of pre- and post-launch activities establishing governance frameworks and partnering closely with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver a commercial data environment that meets the needs of our business. This position reports to the Senior Director of Commercial Data Management and plays a pivotal role in enabling data-driven decision-making regulatory compliance and scalable commercial operations.

Your Contributions (include but are not limited to):
  • Lead all data management activities related to our pre-launch pipeline initiatives supporting both Osavampator and Direclidine within the Commercial organization

  • Define own and execute Neurocrines commercial strategy and multi-year roadmap aligned with enterprise goals and business priorities

  • Establish and govern key frameworks including data governance data purchasing decisions operating procedures and standards

  • Oversee the budget and contracting process for data management initiatives such as data licensing agreements and 3rd party consulting engagements for development and enhancements to our core data models

  • Ensure high levels of data quality integrity accuracy accessibility and regulatory compliance across data sets

  • Oversee the successful transition from pre-launch implementation initiatives to post-launch operational support

  • Provide strong stakeholder leadership and partnership with Field Operations Analytics Marketing and IT to ensure our data management solutions meet evolving business needs

  • Partner closely with the Commercialization Lead in our Neuro-Psych Franchise organization to ensure our Data Management team goals and priorities align with and support the pipeline brand strategy

  • Partner closely with IT to onboard key data sources 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 pipeline brand strategy technology implementation and operational enhancements

Requirements:
  • Bachelors 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

  • Masters degree preferred and 8 years of similar experience noted above

  • Expert knowledge of data management best practices with focus on Commercial data management (5 years)

  • Strong understanding of the commercial biopharma data ecosystem including data flows governance and operational processes. Specifically commercial data experience in support of new product launches is highly preferred

  • 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 such as IQVIA Symphony Definitive Healthcare specialty pharmacy and distributor data (e.g. 852/867); experience with digital marketing data sources is highly desirable

  • Familiarity with claims data sources such as Komodo MMIT/Norstella and Veeva Compass

  • 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

  • Exceptional analytical problem-solving and critical-thinking skills with a strong attention to detail and a process-driven mindset

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Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer.

We are committed to building a workplace of belonging respect and empowerment and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications dont line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.

The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $173900.00-$238000.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors such as primary work location complexity and responsibility of role job duties/requirements and relevant experience and addition this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 30% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. 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.

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