Clinical Data Engineer RWD

General Information

Job Advert Title: Clinical Data Engineer RWD

Location: Nihonbashi, Tokyo

Division: DigitalX

Employment Class: Permanent

Description

【募集の背景 / Purpose & Scope】
The Clinical Data Engineer role serves the purpose of fostering innovation and operational efficiency through the facilitation of data-driven decision-making processes, expediting drug discovery initiatives, and bolstering regulatory compliance efforts. This role involves designing and implementing customized data pipeline architecture solutions tailored to the complexities of life sciences research and development. It also includes supervising the integration and management of various clinical data and data sources, such as clinical trials data, operational data, lab data, wearables data, and real-world evidence.
Through close collaboration with study leads, research scientists, statisticians, clinicians, regulatory experts, and DigitalX professionals, this role establishes and upholds robust data architecture frameworks that align harmoniously with business objectives, regulatory mandates, and industry standards. Expertise in Data Engineering, Data Modeling, and adeptly managing governance processes is essential for maintaining the integrity, security, and accessibility of data assets. This role holds a strategic position in advancing the life sciences company's mission by using data to drive scientific progress, improve patient outcomes, and efficiently and securely introduce ground-breaking therapies to the market.
【職務の内容 / Essential Job Responsibilities】 （雇入れ直後）

• ​​​Responsible for data operations on AWS architecture. Activities include creating and monitoring the data load ETL processes, ensuring data quality, automation of the loads and continuous improvement.
• ​Collaborate with internal and external teams for data curation, cataloging and metadata management.
• Strong knowledge of RWD assets including data sources like IQVIA, SYMPHONY and various other OMICS sources.
• Ensure the operations schedule and knowledge base are maintained and communicated promptly to the end users.
• ​Assist in enforcing data governance and information management policies, SOPs, and standards to manage patient data in a secure and compliant manner.
• Strong proficiency in Python and Django framework including experience with web technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and AJAX.
• Understanding of RESTful APIs and web services integration. Additionally, Familiarity with deployment tools such as Docker, Heroku, AWS, or Azure.
• Knowledge of database management systems, particularly PostgreSQL or MySQL.
• Experience with unit testing and test-driven development (TDD).
• Experience with JavaScript frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js and other modern API technologies.
• ​​Identify areas for improvement with current analytics tool sets and propose future state to support DigitalX use cases, analytics best practices, and regulations.
• ​Improving the delivery of large complex projects by implementing standard processes, tools, and templates that will be used consistently across Digital.
• Participate in several concurrent projects in Advanced Analytics Solutions for the various functions across Astellas in a fast-paced environment.
• Ensure the RWD Analytics environments are running at an optimal state and quickly resolve any technical issues.
• Participate in process improvements initiatives involving business areas.
• Collaborate with Advanced Analytics Solution teams to identify required technology architecture needs to design and implement a solution delivering near-term impact and aligned with long term strategies.
• Implement security requirements, metadata standards, data quality and testing procedures for the data lake/warehouse consistent with analytic and RWD best practices. 

（変更の範囲） 会社内での全ての業務
【就業環境に関する要件 / Specific Physical or Environmental Requirements】 At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.
【応募要件 / Qualifications】 ＜必須 / Required＞• Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related field. • 5+ years of relevant experience working in in data architecture, engineering roles or related roles within a healthcare industry. • Data architecture and engineering experience
＜歓迎 / Preferred＞ • Master of Science degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related field. • 3+ years’ experience in Life Sciences industry • Expertise in ETL, data modelling, and data integration techniques. • Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in RWD data ingestion, such as Python, and Django framework. • Expertise in working with web technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and AJAX • Strong command in RESTful APIs and web services integration. • Knowledge of database management systems, particularly PostgreSQL or MySQL • In-depth understanding of life sciences business processes, adept at translating business requirements into effective technical solutions. • Innovative problem-solving abilities for addressing complex data-related challenges. • Experience with Agile methodology and mindset. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with cross-functional teams, business stakeholders, and technical experts. • Project management capabilities, ensuring adherence to timelines for successful solution delivery. • Relevant certifications in cloud computing and data engineering tools/platforms are advantageous.
【応募書類 / Application Documents】 和文履歴書・和文職務経歴書・英文レジュメ Both Japanese and English Resumes are needed
【選考プロセス / Selection details】 書類選考 → 1次面接 → 2次面接 → 最終面接 ※変更の可能性もございますので、予めご了承下さい。 CV screening → First interview → 2nd Interview → Final interview *Please be advised that there might be a change in the process.
【勤務地 / Location】 （雇入れ直後） 東京都中央区　アステラス製薬　日本橋事業所　本社 Nihonbashi, Tokyo
（変更の範囲） 会社の定める事業場および自宅
【勤務開始日 / Start Date】 応相談 Will be decided according to the candidate's flexibility
【契約期間 / Contract Duration】 期間の定めなし Not limited to specified period
【試用期間 / Probation Period】 試用期間原則なし No probation period in principle
【給与 / Salary】 ①基本給：当人の経歴・技術・技能等を考慮して決定 ②裁量労働制の場合：裁量労働手当として職務グレードに応じて50,000～100,000円支給 ③フレックスタイム制の場合：月間の所定労働時間を超えて勤務する時間に対して時間外勤務手当を支給 ①Base salary: will be decided by the candidate's experience, skill and capability. ②When Discretionary Work System is applied: Discretionary work allowance will be paid.(50,000～100,000yen, based on the Grade) ③When Flextime System is applied: Overtime allowance will be paid for time worked in excess of prescribed working hours.
【昇給 / Salary Raise】 有り
【賞与 / Bonus】 有り
【諸手当 / Allowance】 裁量労働手当、住宅手当、通勤手当　等 Discretionary work allowance, Housing allowance, Commutation allowance, etc.
【勤務時間 / Working Hours】 8:45～17:45（月～木）、8:45～16:00（金）、企画業務型 裁量労働制 裁量労働制の場合、所定労働時間を働いたものとみなす 8:45～17:45（Mon～Thu）、8:45～16:00（Fri） Discretionary Work System
【休日 / Holidays】 完全週休２日制（土曜・日曜）、祝日、5月1日、夏季、年末年始 Weekends(Sat and Sun), holidays, May 1st, summer vacation, New Year holidays
【休暇 / Vacation Leave】 年次有給休暇、育児休業制度、介護休業制度　等 Annual paid leave, childcare leave system, nursing care leave system, etc.
【福利厚生 / Welfare】 雇用保険、労災保険、厚生年金、健康保険、共済会制度、社宅制度、持株会制度、財形貯蓄制度　等 Employment Insurance, Industrial Accident Compensation Insurance, Welfare Pension Insurance, Health Insurance, Mutual Aid Association System, Company Housing System, Employee Shareholder Association System, Property Accumulation Savings System
【アステラス製薬　採用サイト/ Career web site】 https://re-jp.astellas.com/jp/recruit/newgraduates/ For more information about Astellas, please visit our career web site. "We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."