Data Manager - Job ID: USDM

Description

Ascendis Pharma is a dynamic, fast-growing global biopharmaceutical company with locations in Denmark, Europe, and the United States. Today, we're advancing programs in Endocrinology Rare Disease and Oncology.Here at Ascendis, we pride ourselves on exceptional science, visionary leadership, and skilled and passionate colleagues.Guided by our core values of Patients, Science, and Passion, we use our TransCon® drug development platform to fulfill our mission of developing new and potentially best-in-class therapies to address unmet medical needs.Our culture fosters a place where skilled, adaptable, and highly resourceful professionals can truly make their mark.

We offer a dynamic workplace for employees to grow and develop their skills.

Focus Areas:

Field Medical, Field Sales and IC, Commercial Operations/Ad-hoc reporting and US Commercial IT/Marketing

We are seeking a highly skilled and results-driven Data Specialist to join our dynamic team focusing on Field Medical and Field Sales analytics, Incentive Compensation (IC) and our Commercial IT partners. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for transforming data into actionable insights that directly impact customer engagement strategies and sales performance. The ideal candidate will bring experience working with CRM data, Power BI, and sales reporting, with a strong understanding of pharmaceutical operations.

You will play a key role in delivering business-facing insights, partnering with cross-functional teams, and ensuring the alignment of data with compliance and commercial goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Customer-Facing Insights & Engagement Support:Analyze data to support incentive compensation and sales performance analytics, leveraging CRM input and aligning with compliance standards.
Sales Analytics & Business Reporting:Build and manage dynamic Power BI dashboards and reports that highlight sales performance, referral trends, incentive compensation metrics, and patient journey analysis. Support leadership with data that drives strategic decisions.
Compliance & Commercial Alignment:Ensure sales and medical data aligns with pharmaceutical compliance standards and internal business rules. Collaborate with compliance teams to monitor and report on adherence to incentive compensation guidelines.
Field Medical Reporting:Support Power BI dashboards reporting on key MSL and HEOR interaction insights. Collaborate with Medical leaders and support teams to ensure data is accurate. Cross-coordinate with CRM teams to align CRM updates related to Medical.
CRM Data Optimization:Partner with field and operations teams to ensure CRM systems are optimized for accurate data capture. Provide analytics support for CRM-related initiatives and improve visibility into HCP activities.
Data Integration & Accuracy:Use SQL and Azure tools to clean, transform, and integrate data from various sources. Ensure data accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery for all business reporting needs.
Cross-Functional Business Collaboration:Work closely with Medical, Sales, Marketing, and Commercial IT teams to deliver insights that support business goals. Act as a liaison between technical data teams and business stakeholders.
Business Process Improvement:Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes and analytics workflows. Deliver recommendations to optimize sales operations and HCP engagement strategy.

Requirements

Skills & Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree
5 years of industry experience required

Analytical Expertise:Proficient in SQL, Azure, and Power BI for data analysis, transformation, and visualization.
Business Acumen:Strong understanding of pharmaceutical sales processes, HCP engagement models, and patient journey dynamics.
CRM Familiarity:Experience working with CRM platforms (e.g., Veeva, Salesforce) to derive insights on field activity, HCP interactions, and commercial effectiveness.
Communication & Presentation:Proven ability to translate technical findings into business-friendly insights. Comfortable presenting to stakeholders, including sales leadership and non-technical audiences.
Detail-Oriented & Organized:Strong attention to data quality and process ownership. Demonstrated success in managing data integrity, especially during high-stakes reporting periods.
Collaboration Skills:Experience working across Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Compliance teams. Ability to balance technical and business priorities.

A note to recruiters:

We do not allow external search party solicitation. Presentation of candidates without written permission from the Ascendis Pharma Inc Human Resources team (specifically from: Talent Acquisition Partner or Human Resources Director) is not allowed. If this occurs your ownership of these candidates will not be acknowledged.

Benefits

401(k) plan with company match
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Company-offered Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Company-provided short and long-term disability benefits
Unique offerings of Pet Insurance and Legal Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
Health Saving Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various incentive compensation plans
Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Mental Health resources
Paid leave benefits for new parents

Life at Ascendis Pharma

Thrive Here & What We ValueCollaborative work environment | Opportunities for professional growth and development | Flexible work schedule options | Recognition for outstanding performance</s> | Fast-growing global biopharmaceutical company committed to making a meaningful difference in patient's lives | Guided by core values of Patients, Science, and Passion | Use TransCon® drug development platform to fulfill mission of developing new therapies | Advancing programs in Endocrinology Rare Disease and Oncology | Collaborating with partners around the world on the development of TransCon-based products for other therapeutic areas and markets | Seeking passionate People Leader to join growing function | Part of People Leader community with three People Leaders based in Hellerup and Princeton, US | Responsible for well-being and personal development of team members in Denmark | Work closely with Lene Rhein Larsen, People Leader, to continuously improve governance and people processes | Report to Lars Tranberg Pettersson, CIO and work out of our Hellerup office.</s> | Dynamic Workplace for Employees to Grow and Develop Their Skills | TransCon® Drug Development Platform to Fulfill Mission of Developing New and Potentially Best-in-class Therapies to Address Unmet Medical Needs | Exceptional Science, Visionary Leadership, and Skilled and Passionate Colleagues | Collaborative Environment for Skilled, Adaptable, and Highly Resourceful Professionals to Make Their Mark</s> | 1. 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