Kevin Huicochea

About Kevin Huicochea

I am dedicated to leveraging data management to enhance clinical research and improve healthcare outcomes. As a Data Team Lead at IQVIA, I focus on ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of clinical trial data. My role involves leading teams, optimizing processes, and upholding high data quality standards to support critical research and decision-making.Previously, I served in the Army National Guard as an Infantry soldier, where I honed my skills in discipline, teamwork, and adaptability. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Purdue University Northwest, with minors in Chemistry and Spanish, along with research experience in Synthetic Organic Chemistry and Genetics.Driven by continuous learning and professionals growth, I excel in organization, time management, and collaboration. I am always looking for opportunities to enhance data processes and contribute to the success of clinical research.

Experience

1. Data Team Lead

   IQVIA

   Jul 2022 — Present

   Lead cross-functional teams within Clinical Data Management (CDM) to deliver high-quality, inspection-ready clinical trial data in alignment with global regulatory and sponsor expectations. Serve as the primary point of contact for data management activities across multiple global studies, providing strategic direction, oversight, and coordination throughout the data lifecycle. • Manage and mentor a team of data professionals, driving performance, professional development, and collaboration across global stakeholders. • Oversee planning, execution, and closeout phases for multiple studies, ensuring timely delivery of milestones and adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. • Actively contribute to process improvements and operational excellence initiatives to enhance data quality, reduce risk, and improve delivery timelines. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including clinical operations, biostatistics, and medical writing to align study data strategies with broader program goals. • Demonstrate expertise in GCP, regulatory compliance, and clinical database systems to guide teams through audits and inspections with successful outcomes.

Education

• Purdue University Northwest

  Biology, Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies

  2016 — 2020