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Clinical Data Manager

Remote

Clinical Ink
Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing • 201 - 500 employees
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Job description

Company Information
Clinical Ink is the global life science company that brings data, technology, and patient science together to unlock clinical discovery. Our deep therapeutic-area expertise, coupled with Direct Data Capture, eCOA, eConsent, telehealth, neurocognitive testing, and digital biomarkers advancement, drive the industry standard for data precision and usher in a new generation of clinical trials. With offices in the United States and Denmark, Clinical Ink is rewriting the clinical development experience.
Job Description
Clinical Ink is seeking a Clinical Data Manager to join our Data Management team based remotely across the United States! This individual will design, implement and manage all data management activities for assigned projects. The ideal candidate will have prior experience working in clinical data management within the pharma, CRO, and/or life sciences industries. This role's responsibilities include:
  • Design, implement, and manage all data management activities for assigned clinical trials.
  • Develop and implement data management plans.
  • Create and maintain validation plans for clinical databases.
  • Develop and implement data surveillance plans for clinical trials.
  • Identify and investigate data discrepancies and signals.
  • Report data anomalies.
  • Lead data mapping and ETL related activities as part of the management of a clinical database data pipeline.
  • Work with other members of the clinical research teams to ensure that data is collected and managed in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Stay up-to-date on clinical data management standards and regulations.
  • Train and mentor other members of the clinical data management team.
  • Lead client discussions regarding data management activities.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in a field such as statistics, computer science, or health science or equivalent experience.
  • 3+ years of experience in clinical data management.
  • Experience with clinical databases and data management software.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Knowledge of database structures and available tools to manage, extract, and report data, is preferred.
  • Knowledge of applicable regulations and policies; working knowledge of the clinical development process, clinical practice, and medical terminology.
  • Ability to work independently and act with appropriate accountability with minimal guidance by a manager or as part of a team.
  • Ability to coordinate the work of others and influence decision-making.
  • Exceptional communication skills (oral and written), with the ability to communicate with both technical and business topics.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills.
Additional Information
Clinical Ink is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.
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