Clinical Trial Data Specialist

MDC Associates

5d•$70,000 - $75,000

About The Position

MDC Associates (MDC) is a full-service CRO dedicated to supporting innovators and entrepreneurs bringing In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) and Medical Devices to market that impact the lives of millions of patients around the world. Initially founded to provide Regulatory and Quality guidance, we identified a need for highly skilled Clinical Affairs, Clinical Operations, and Data Management services and built our CRO to best ensure our client's success. We're proud of our 35+ year track record providing guidance and resources that have helped to deliver next-generation advances in microbiology, clinical chemistry, infectious disease and companion diagnostics (CDx) that contribute to a healthier world. The Clinical Trial Data Specialist is responsible for managing data-related activities in clinical trials, ensuring the collection, integration, and analysis of high-quality data throughout the trial lifecycle. This role supports both the data management and analytical functions, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, trial protocols, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards. As part of the data team, the Clinical Trial Data Specialist will collaborate closely with the Senior Data Manager and Clinical Operations team to ensure that trial data is accurate, clean, and ready for analysis.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Health Sciences, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field.
2+ years of experience in clinical data management, clinical trial data analysis, or related field within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CRO industry.
Hands-on experience with EDC systems (e.g., MedNet, Medidata, Veeva Vault), data validation tools, and statistical software (e.g., Python, JMP, SAS, R)
Familiarity with clinical trial design and regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA, ICH-GCP).
Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.

Nice To Haves

CDISC (Clinical Data Interchange Standards Consortium) or equivalent certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Senior Data Manager to manage clinical trial data collection, cleaning, and validation processes.
Work with data management team to design, implement, and maintain data collection systems (e.g., electronic data capture (EDC)).
Ensure that data is entered into EDC according to protocol and regulatory guidelines.
Ensure proper tracking of queries and data discrepancies and support resolution.
Ensure the accuracy and completeness of trial data before database lock.
Perform preliminary data analysis to support interim or final clinical trial reporting.
Assist in the creation of clinical trial reports, including tables, listings, and figures.
Conduct exploratory analysis as needed to support clinical decisions.
Ensure compliance with ICH-GCP, FDA regulations, and other applicable guidelines and standards.
Work with Senior Data Manager to develop and review data management documentation, including Data Management Plans (DMPs), Data Validation Plans, and Case Report Forms (CRFs).
Work with Senior Data Manager to provide regular updates on data status, issues, and progress to internal project teams.
Communicate with clinical operations team to assess data quality and resolve any data-related issues or concerns.
Troubleshoot and provide technical support for data-related issues encountered during the trial.
Proactively identify data-related risks and work with stakeholders to mitigate these risks.
Ensure proper documentation and tracking of data discrepancies or issues.