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At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do.
Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference.
Parexel is currently seeking a Clinical Data Manager to join us in either South Africa or Poland, dedicated to a single sponsor.
This role will be responsible for performing Data Management activities that support the sponsor’s commercial and development projects worldwide. The successful candidate will participate as an active member of a multi-disciplinary team to plan and execute the Data Management tasks required for phase I – IV studies. The Clinical Data Manager has a broad, fundamental knowledge of the data management process and can perform most required tasks with minimal guidance.
Working as a Clinical Data Manager at Parexel FSP offers tremendous long-term job security and prospects. We undertake vital clinical studies for sponsors including the leading global biotechs and Pharma top 50. And we have an incredible pipeline of work.
Expect exciting professional challenges in inspiring studies, but with time for your outside life.
This will be a fully remote home-based position. RAVE experience is strongly preferred.
Base Pay Range for Poland: PLN 165,000 to 207,500.
Actual salaries may vary within the range based on several factors including, but not limited to education, training, experience, professional achievement, and location.
In addition to base salary, some roles may be eligible for participation in Parexel’s annual performance-based bonus plan, annual salary review and total rewards incentives.
Our talent acquisition team will provide additional details on our bonus plan or incentive programs for those eligible roles.
Responsibilities
Lead a small clinical study or a co-lead a larger study or studies with moderate guidance.
Be able to support several clinical studies with minimal guidance.
Manage and monitor the progress of data management activities with CROs or other vendors on assigned studies.
Review protocols for appropriate data capture including electronic Case Report Form (eCRF) design.
Be able to perform a thoroughly detailed review of eCRF data requirements.
Interact with CRAs, programmers, study managers and statisticians in designing eCRFs and creating the annotated eCRF and CRF completion guidelines.
Develop data edit check specifications and run data listings as required.
Coordinate the design and testing of Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems according to company standards. Able to resolve EDC system issues with team members.
Develop the Data Management Plan for a clinical study.
Able to review and provide feedback to the clinical team on other study documents e.g. Clinical Monitoring plans, Statistical analysis plans and vendor specifications.
Enter data queries into the EDC system to be resolved at investigational sites and manage the resolution of those queries.
Perform reconciliation of header data from external data sources against the clinical database.
Perform Serious Adverse Event reconciliation activities according to SOPs and guidelines.
Assist in database upgrades/migrations including performing User Acceptance Testing.
Able to maintain study workbooks and data management files.
Perform database lock and freeze activities per company SOPs.
Participate in regular team meetings and provide input when appropriate.
Provide input into the development of data management SOPs, Work Instructions, and process documents.
Assist with the training of new employees and/or contractors.
Collaborates with cross-functional teams to design and implement effective data collection strategies, ensuring high-quality data capture and timely resolution of data queries throughout the clinical trial lifecycle.
Here are a few requirements specific to this advertised role.
Bachelor’s Degree required (master’s preferred), preferably in the scientific/healthcare field.
At least five years’ experience in Data Management for the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry.
Understanding of the scope and focus of Phase I – IV clinical studies, and a proven ability to perform some of the core Data Management tasks and interact with vendors.
An understanding of regulatory guidelines and industry standards (e.g., ICH/FDA guidance, CDISC standards, GCDMP, 21 CFR 11, MedDRA, WHO Drug Dictionaries, etc.) and their application to Data Management practice.
Attention to detail and the ability to work individually, within a multi-disciplinary team, as well as with external partners and vendors.
Detail-oriented with a proven ability to multitask and work independently. Excellent time management and organizational skills, with highly developed problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Strong English language written and verbal communication skills.
Able to travel to meetings or training seminars on occasion.
Possesses solid computer system and technical skills with a strong ability to learn multiple computer applications. Prior experience with different Data Management systems and technologies, and Electronic Data Capture systems is desirable.
Experience and understanding of the Oncology or CNS therapeutic area and with Phase III pivotal studies are desirable.
We care about our people and your passion, as they are the key to our success, and provide an open and friendly work environment where we empower people and provide them with opportunities to develop their long-term careers. In addition, you will have the opportunity to develop within your role and tackle further responsibilities or develop your skill set within other related departments of Parexel.
Who are Parexel
Parexel supports clinical studies across the full range of therapeutic areas, and we have longstanding partnerships with a vast client base.
We supported the trials of most of today’s top 50 best-selling drugs, but equally we enable more niche drug developments that are critical to the well-being of many patients.
You’ll be an influential member of the wider team.
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