Associate Patient Data Specialist

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Job Description

We are looking to hire an Associate Patient Data Specialist.

Summarized Purpose:

Works highly independent and performs critical assessments in collaboration with study teams or other departments to determine best approaches to manipulate subject data. The Assoc. Patient Data Specialist is capable of leading active and challenging interdepartmental discussions to explore best strategies and practices after understanding trial specific needs and diverse data bases that can be used as source of information.

Reviews subject data from multiple sources with a data analytic mindset capable of identifying trends risks gaps and areas for optimization as the subject data and the trial develops. Prepares and analyzes clinical trial patient datasets. Adapts to constant changes as trial develops. Capable of providing concise and clear updates to study teams and other key stakeholders after processing and reviewing subject data.

Continually makes efforts to increase knowledge base and professional skills in areas such as programming technology and techniques clinical trials and the pharmaceutical industry by working closely with mentors attending presentation / teaching events and contributing to other general department documents and policies by assisting mentors with implementing best practice documents and articles.

The Associate Patient Data Specialist generates a thorough understanding of protocol schedule of events (visits activities and procedures) EDC Systems Contracts budgets and/or payment terms.

Escalates performance issues to clinical site payments and IT managers and may assist with resolution (Follows Escalation Pathway as applicable). Lead internal team meetings and provide updates on subject data statuses. Manage escalations (project team site and sponsor) regarding tracking system setup/maintenance issues.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelors degreein life science-related fields Engineering Biostatistics and/or Programing or related fields/degrees
• If possible (but not required) prior clinical research experience or related fields of minimum 6 months to 1 year or related experience involving knowledge of clinical trials.
• If possible (but not required) prior experience of minimum 6 months to 1year on process development or process improvement.
• If possible (but not required) prior experience of minimum 6 months to 1year on data assessments analytics or critical assessments.
• Highly independent and capable of leading multidisciplinary discussions as needed.
• Comfortable with decision making and proper documentation practices.
• Capable of working under continuous pressure and continuous changing challenges adapting to new priorities and needs as they arise.
• If possible (but not required) experience with data bases with scientific background.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Understanding of data base structure and complex data systems
• Proven understanding and use of Microsoft Excel
• Capable of effectively capturing and reviewing data
• Capable of providing quality control support
• Good attention to detail
• Good problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills to effectively interface with teams including proficiency in the English language
• Capable of effectively organizing and managing multiple assignments with challenging timelines
• Capable of adapting and adjusting to changing priorities
• Positive attitude and the ability to work well with others
• Demonstrate initiative and self-motivation

What we offer:

At PPD Clinical Research Services we hire the best develop ourselves and each other andrecognisethe power of being one understand that you will want to grow both professionally and personally throughout your career and therefore at PPD you will benefit from an award-winning learning and developmentprogramme ensuring you reach your potential.

As well as being rewarded a competitive salary we have an extensive benefits package based around the health and well-being of our employees. We haveaflexible working culture where PPD Clinical Research Services truly value a grown sustainably year on year but continue to offer a collaborative environment with teams of colleagues eager to share expertise and have fun are aglobalorganisationbut with a local feel.

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100000 colleagues we share a common set of values - Integrity Intensity Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research solve complex scientific challenges drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory with PPD part of Thermo Fisher Scientific where diverse experiences backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

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