Pebio editorial team · Last updated: 1 November 2026

Clinical Data Manager/in

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Salary: what employees earn

Actual salary (BA Entgeltatlas), not a pay scale. Median pay of full-time employees subject to social insurance; part-time is not included. The salary in your contract may differ.

Median per month (gross)

€5,897

Range per month (25% to 75%)

€4,551 – €7,507

  • Region: Germany
  • Applies to the occupational group KldB 41114 This occupational group covers several occupations, not only this one.
  • Data import: October 2026
  • Reference period of the figure: not stated in the dataset
  • The source states the number of cases and the publication threshold.

Source: BA-Entgeltatlas

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Pay scales and minimum rates

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Statutory minimum wage

  • Statutory

    €13.90 per hour

    valid from 2026-01-01, until 2026-12-31

    § 1 Nr. 1 MiLoV5: „ab 1. Januar 2026 13,90 Euro brutto je Zeitstunde“

Source: Fifth Minimum Wage Adjustment Ordinance (MiLoV5), Federal Law Gazette 2025 I No. 268 · As of 2026-10-27

Upcoming rates (1)
  • Statutory

    €14.60 per hour

    valid from 2027-01-01 · upcoming

    § 1 Nr. 2 MiLoV5: „ab 1. Januar 2027 14,60 Euro brutto je Zeitstunde“

Source: Fifth Minimum Wage Adjustment Ordinance (MiLoV5), Federal Law Gazette 2025 I No. 268 · As of 2026-10-27

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Framework agreement (Manteltarifvertrag)
Sets general working conditions such as working hours, leave and notice periods, not the level of pay.
Pay agreement (Entgelttarifvertrag)
Sets how much is paid per pay grade.
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Career: possible moves

Occupations people move to from this one. Every rating shows how it was derived.

  • Data Manager/Data Managerin für Biometrie

    IT & Data

    Editorially selected · Dataset as of 2026-05-24

    Rating: leicht

    about 6 months

    Derivation

    What you bring: Azure, Data Analytics, Data Visualization, Excel, Excel (Advanced), Java, Medical Documentation, Präsentation, Python, SQL, Technische Dokumentation

    According to the dataset: qualification paths

    Show qualification routes (1)
    • Vertiefung fachspezifischer Kenntnisse im Zielbereich(required)
      1 option
      • Fachspezifische Weiterbildung, 3 Monate, Diverse Anbieter
    Check this switch

Further paths have not been researched reliably yet.

Where else you can go

Routes many people do not think of straight away. Every statement names source and date; what is missing reads “not documented yet”.

  • Biostatistics: part-time master's in medical biometry

    You help plan clinical trials statistically and analyse trial data. You move from data upkeep into analysis.

    Why you fit

    You know trial data, data models and SQL from practice. That is the base for biometry.

    The route there

    Further training and exam
    Master Medical Biometry/Biostatistics at Heidelberg University. It is part-time with 23 on-site sessions in blocks, mostly Thursday to Saturday. Admission rules are in the admission regulations.

    Source: Universität Heidelberg, programme page · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Duration
    Standard period of study: four semesters.

    Source: Universität Heidelberg, programme page · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Cost
    not documented yet
    Funding
    not documented yet
    Salary
    not documented yet

    Your next step: Read the admission regulations and check whether you meet the requirements.

  • Health informatics master's

    You build and run IT systems for research and care in healthcare. You work where medicine and software meet.

    Why you fit

    You know trial databases, queries and documentation duties. That helps with healthcare data models.

    The route there

    Further training and exam
    Master in medical informatics at Heidelberg University. Access and admission are restricted; details are in the admission regulations.

    Source: Universität Heidelberg, programme page · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Duration
    Standard period of study: four semesters.

    Source: Universität Heidelberg, programme page · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Cost
    not documented yet
    Funding
    not documented yet
    Salary
    not documented yet
    Particulars
    The university names work in research, development and management at industrial firms, hospitals, software vendors and universities.

    Source: Universität Heidelberg, programme page · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Your next step: Check the admission regulations and deadlines in the programme finder.

  • Regulatory affairs: master's for working professionals

    You prepare and maintain marketing authorisations and notifications for medicines. You talk to authorities and internal departments.

    Why you fit

    You know trial documents and documentation from practice. That is the base for authorisation files.

    The route there

    Further training and exam
    Continuing-education master Drug Regulatory Affairs at the University of Bonn. Requirements: relevant degree, English B2 and relevant work experience. No admission restriction.

    Source: Universität Bonn, programme page · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Duration
    Standard period of study: four semesters.

    Source: Universität Bonn, programme page · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Cost
    not documented yet
    Funding
    not documented yet
    Salary
    not documented yet
    Particulars
    The university names pharma industry, authorities, clinical trial centres, contract research organisations, ethics committees and consultancies as fields.

    Source: Universität Bonn, programme page · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Your next step: Check whether your experience counts as relevant and ask the programme.

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  • Data science master's

    You develop methods to analyse large and varied data and lead projects. You apply them in science, business or administration.

    Why you fit

    You bring data upkeep, SQL and Python skills. The master builds up method knowledge.

    The route there

    Further training and exam
    Master Data Science at the University of Marburg. Access with a relevant bachelor's in data science, mathematics or computer science, an aptitude procedure, proof of credits in computer science and mathematics, and a language certificate.

    Source: Universität Marburg, programme page · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Duration
    Standard period of study: four semesters.

    Source: Universität Marburg, programme page · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Cost
    not documented yet
    Funding
    not documented yet
    Salary
    not documented yet
    Particulars
    The university names project lead in industry, business and institutions as well as access to a doctorate.

    Source: Universität Marburg, programme page · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Your next step: Compare your degree with the access rules.

  • Epidemiology master's (taught in English)

    You study disease patterns and risk factors with statistical methods. You work in research, authorities or the pharma industry.

    Why you fit

    You know trial data and its quality assurance. That helps in analysing health data.

    The route there

    Further training and exam
    Master Epidemiology at LMU Munich. Requirements: a first degree from a relevant programme and a successful aptitude procedure. Start in winter semester only. Teaching is in English.

    Source: LMU München, programme page · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Duration
    Standard period of study: four semesters.

    Source: LMU München, programme page · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Cost
    not documented yet
    Funding
    not documented yet
    Salary
    not documented yet
    Particulars
    LMU names fields in research, healthcare, authorities, clinical research in the pharma industry and international organisations.

    Source: LMU München, programme page · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Your next step: Check the application deadline and the aptitude procedure on the LMU page.

  • Leading clinical research: part-time master's

    You plan and lead clinical research projects and work in project management. You are responsible for processes, quality and rules.

    Why you fit

    You already work in clinical research. The master qualifies you for lead roles.

    The route there

    Further training and exam
    Part-time master Clinical Research & Translational Medicine at the ZKS of Leipzig University. Requirements: degree in natural or life sciences or medicine, one year of clinical research experience, German C1, English B2. No NC.

    Source: ZKS Leipzig, programme page · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Duration
    Standard period of study: four semesters; classes usually once a month from Friday to Sunday.

    Source: ZKS Leipzig, programme page · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Cost
    not documented yet
    Funding
    not documented yet
    Salary
    not documented yet
    Particulars
    The ZKS names fields in universities, pharma industry, contract research organisations, associations and authorities.

    Source: ZKS Leipzig, programme page · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Your next step: Check the start date and your admission requirements with the ZKS.

  • Data protection officer (IHK certificate)

    You advise on data protection and review technical and organisational measures. You support data protection impact assessments.

    Why you fit

    You handle patient data daily and know documentation duties. That helps with data protection in trials.

    The route there

    Further training and exam
    IHK certificate course for company data protection officers at IHK Frankfurt am Main as live online training. Content: GDPR, BDSG, duties, technical and organisational measures, impact assessment. The page names no formal admission requirements.

    Source: IHK Frankfurt am Main, event page · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Duration
    not documented yet
    Cost
    not documented yet
    Funding
    not documented yet
    Salary
    not documented yet

    Your next step: Ask your IHK for dates and check whether your employer needs the role.

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