Jr. Data Engineer (temporary)

Job Description

Introducing Global Clinical Data Integration (GCDI): Transforming clinical data management in Latin America. With a focus on streamlining information, our department collects, cleans, transforms, and archives clinical data, ensuring high quality and compliance. As a new addition to the region, we intend to enhance efficiency and leverage local information across departments to drive innovation and deliver value across clinical trials, data management standards, and technology platforms.

As a Junior Data Engineer you will play a pivotal role in the transformation of clinical data management in Latin America. You will actively participate in the review of electronic forms to facilitate the smooth transfer of electronic data files. Your commitment to adhering to clinical database standards, Standard Operational Procedures, and Process Guidelines will contribute to maintaining data quality and compliance. Furthermore, you will have the opportunity to get involved in various activities, including task forces, testing of new systems, and assisting in the coordination of technical initiatives.

If you are a driven and detail-oriented individual looking to kickstart your career in the field of clinical data management, then seize this opportunity and click "Apply" now! Your dedication to maintaining data accuracy and commitment to meeting established standards will be invaluable in shaping our success. Join us on this exciting journey to make a meaningful impact as we revolutionize data integration in Latin America.

Main requirements:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in IT, computer science, mathematics, science, a healthcare-related discipline, or relevant skills and experience;
• Effective communication skills (oral and written) with the ability to communicate with both the technical and business areas in Spanish and English;

• Desirable knowledge of database structures and available tools to manage, extract, report, and warehouse data (SQL-PL/SQL scripting);
• Desirable database development or data programming experience;
• Ability to collaborate and communicate with cross functional stakeholders to interpret and ensure quality report specifications and input to report development;
• Solid knowledge of MS Windows/Office software and exposure to web-based applications;
• Strong organizational and critical thinking skills;
• Keen sense of urgency and customer focus;
• Ability to work cross functionally and as part of a team;
• Capable of thriving in an autonomous work settings, adapting with ease to challenging circumstances, and displaying flexibility in dynamic environments.

Activities may include, but are not limited to:

• Creates and develops clinical databases and data transfer files according to written specifications;
• Participates in the review of electronic forms to aid in transfer of electronic data files;

• Interface with members of study teams and key stakeholders, to integrate requirements into all deliverables;
• Ensures adherence to clinical database standards, SOPs, and Process Guidelines;
• Participates in activities including, but not limited to, task forces, testing of new systems and helps coordinate technical initiatives.

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