Job Description

Overview:

***This is a work from home position that can be worked remotely from anywhere in the United States***

The Senior Clinical Database Programmer is responsible for the development, validation, deployment and maintenance of database builds in support of clinical studies.

Advanced Clinical is a global clinical development organization that provides CRO, FSP, Quality & Validation, and Strategic Resourcing services for biopharmaceutical and medical device organizations. Our mission is to deliver a better clinical experience for our clients. With global experience in over 50 countries, we are committed to improving all lives touched by clinical research. We understand the complex nature of the clinical research industry and approach each opportunity with compassion. Together, we answer the hopes of patients and healthcare professionals with industry-leading services in global life-sciences. As part of the Advanced Group family of companies, Advanced Clinical employees provide the support, structure, and professional background and experience for better clinical trials and research. They are the foundation of our energetic and collaborative environment, where constant learning and service to others take top priority. We seek dynamic, hard-working team members who are inspired to work amongst diverse backgrounds and perspectives. From our altruistic mission to outstanding career development opportunities, there’s no better place to grow your career than Advanced Clinical.

Responsibilities

• Develop, program, validate and maintain EDC clinical trial databases in accordance with study protocols and/or source documentation
• Generate and maintain all required documentation related to programming activities; ensure quality of the programming and adherence to company standards
• May program and test SAS reports to support data review efforts and identify possible data inconsistencies
• Assist with management of external application vendor responsibilities, integrations, and implementations
• Proactively monitor scope of work to actual work, alerting management of potential change orders or resourcing needs
• Actively participate in database-related user groups and pursue ongoing training in Advanced Clinical EDC platforms

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

• Strong understanding of departmental and company procedures; ability to guide others on procedures

• Minimum of 3 years direct clinical database programming experience in pharmaceutical development or CRO environment
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Work experience may be substituted for degree
• Experience with Medidata Rave
• Working knowledge of relational database development and CDASH standards
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail are required

Role Competencies

• Demonstrates basic skills and knowledge relevant to the function.
• Perform a range of routine assignments under general supervision.
• Responds to customer needs in a timely, professional, and courteous manner.
• Good understanding of the services provided by Marketing.
• Responds to customer needs in a timely, professional, and courteous manner.
• Understands data as a resource and its potential business applications for deriving value.
• Assesses work with a critical eye. Participates in practical planning of work processes or problem solving.
• Tasks are typically assigned by a supervisor and/or follow standard work procedures.
• Performs routine or scheduled maintenance.
• Establishes and nurtures positive relationships with coworkers and customers.
• Actively listens to others and is open to their ideas.

At Advanced Group, our commitment to diversity and inclusion in every part of our organization is crucial to fulfilling our mission and demonstrating our REAL values.  A diverse staff allows us to effectively draw on different perspectives and enhance our efficiency and effectiveness. Diversity thereby strengthens the legitimacy and relevance of Advanced Group in delivering services to our clients. We seek talented, creative individuals from a variety of backgrounds and cultures to work with us. It is our priority that our workplace be inclusive, welcoming of diverse ideas and appreciative of valuable experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is Advanced Group’s practice not to discriminate against any Employee or applicant because of sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or sexual preference, pregnancy or maternity, genetic information, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This practice applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, training, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, layoff, Company-sponsored education, social and recreational programs, and treatment on the job. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your Recruiter so that we can meet to discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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