Associate Director of Data Management & Delivery

Job Description

Your primary role:

Director of Data Management & Delivery will lead a newly established team within Research Partnership, overseeing the end-to-end data lifecycle to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. This role will be responsible for managing the Scripting, Data Processing, and Data Delivery & Dashboard teams, ensuring seamless survey execution, accurate data processing, and impactful data visualization. The Director will drive strategic initiatives to optimize in-house capabilities, streamline workflows, and support the broader business with high-quality, actionable insights. This is a pivotal role for someone with a strong technical background in market research data operations and a passion for innovation and process improvement. Core, but not exclusive, responsibilities will include:

• Establishing, shaping and leading the Data Management & Delivery Team, driving efficiency, innovation, and cost savings by transitioning data operations in-house.
• Developing and implementing a strategic vision for the division, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market research best practices.
• Overseeing the Scripting, Data Processing, and Data Delivery & Dashboard teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence and continuous improvement.
• Ongoing recruitment for the team
• Defining and optimizing workflows, processes, and quality control measures to ensure high standards of data accuracy and efficiency.
• Ensuring seamless integration between survey programming, data processing, and data visualization to deliver high-quality insights to clients.
• Monitoring project timelines and resource allocation, ensuring efficient turnaround times and workload balance across teams.
• Identifying and implementing best-in-class tools, technologies, and automation solutions to enhance data management capabilities.
• Working closely with internal stakeholders and teams to understand business needs and developing scalable solutions for data handling, reporting, and dashboarding.
• Ensuring compliance with industry regulations and data security best practices.
• Partnering with research, project management, analytics and client service teams to ensure seamless data delivery that meets client expectations.
• Acting as a key point of contact for internal teams and senior leadership regarding data management strategy and execution.
• Establishing and providing training and guidance to internal teams on best practices for data collection, processing, and visualization.
• Tracking and analyzing key performance metrics to measure efficiency, accuracy, and overall impact of the division.
• Driving a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team.
• Identifying opportunities for further cost savings and efficiency improvements in data operations.

About You

Your skills and experience:

Technical & Industry Expertise

• Extensive experience in healthcare market research data operations, including survey scripting, data processing, tabulations, open-ended coding, and data visualization.
• Strong knowledge of survey programming tools (e.g., Decipher, Confirmit, Qualtrics, or similar).
• Expertise in data processing and tabulation software (e.g., SPSS, Q, Quantum, Dimensions, or equivalent).
• Familiarity with dashboarding and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, or other BI platforms).
• Understanding of data security, compliance, and industry regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).

Leadership & Management

• Proven experience in building and leading data-focused teams, preferably in a market research setting.
• Strong ability to develop and execute strategic initiatives, driving efficiency and cost savings.
• Experience in hiring, training, and mentoring technical teams, fostering professional growth and innovation.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including researchers, analysts, and client-facing teams.

Process Optimization & Problem-Solving

• Demonstrated ability to streamline workflows, optimize processes, and implement automation to improve efficiency and data accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Experience in project management, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality data outputs.

Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience in working with senior leadership and clients, ensuring data solutions align with business needs. 

Education & Professional Background

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Market Research, Business Analytics, or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience in market research data management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in an agency or supplier-side environment preferred.

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