Clinical Database Programmer

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Clinical Database Programmer building and validating clinical trial databases for Waters’ analytical life sciences and informatics business. Supporting data quality, database lock, reporting, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and execute end-to-end clinical database programming activities for assigned clinical studies
  • Design, build, configure, test, and maintain electronic data capture databases
  • Develop and implement edit checks, derivations, form logic, field dynamics, and other database functionality
  • Create, validate, and maintain data transfer specifications and external data integrations
  • Load, reconcile, and process non-CRF data from external sources
  • Define data collection requirements with study teams and align them with protocol objectives and regulatory expectations
  • Enforce data standards, data integrity principles, and quality expectations throughout the clinical data lifecycle
  • Review and provide input on data management plans, study documents, CRFs, edit check specifications, and related documentation
  • Support study milestones through timely delivery of complete, accurate, and reliable clinical data
  • Contribute to database lock activities and inspection and audit readiness
  • Develop, test, and maintain reports, listings, dashboards, and data review tools using SQL, SAS, or other reporting technologies
  • Use data analytics and reporting solutions for data review, issue identification, and study oversight
  • Troubleshoot database and data management programming issues with IT and system vendors
  • Serve as a technical subject matter expert for clinical database programming and EDC functionality
  • Establish working relationships with cross-functional stakeholders involved in clinical study execution
  • Communicate study progress, risks, and technical considerations to project teams and management
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to team members as appropriate
  • Participate in process improvement initiatives and advance data management standards, tools, and best practices
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and consistency across clinical data management programming processes
  • Support implementation of new technologies, methodologies, and industry best practices
  • Contribute to departmental initiatives and organizational goals related to clinical systems and data management

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Life Sciences, Information Systems, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
  • Minimum of 3 years of clinical database programming or clinical data management experience within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or contract research organization (CRO) industry
  • Experience supporting clinical studies from database build through database lock and archival
  • Experience with Veeva CDMS, Veeva EDC, or equivalent electronic data capture platforms
  • Strong understanding of clinical trial processes, data management principles, and clinical data lifecycle activities
  • Knowledge of FDA, ISO, ICH-GCP, and applicable regulatory requirements governing clinical research and data management
  • Understanding of relational database design and data structures
  • Proficiency in SQL programming and data extraction techniques
  • Experience with EDC systems, preferably Veeva CDMS
  • Familiarity with MedDRA and WHO Drug coding dictionaries
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project timelines in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Effective collaboration and stakeholder management skills within cross-functional teams
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and clinical research technologies
  • Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time
  • Frequent use of a computer, keyboard, and other office equipment
  • Ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal means
  • Occasional travel up to 10% may be required based on business needs

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards program
  • Reward and recognition opportunities
  • Competitive compensation and benefits programs
  • Learning, growth, and development opportunities
  • Flexible work-life balance
  • Remote or field-based workplace arrangements where indicated
  • Equal opportunity employment
  • Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
  • Potential COVID-19 vaccination-related employment support or accommodations, where applicable