Clinical Data Analyst I

Parexel; India; On-site; INR 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Parexel is seeking a Clinical Data Analyst I in India to perform data cleaning and support data processing activities under guidance. The role involves maintaining data integrity, contributing to DM documentation, and ensuring adherence to ICH-GCP standards.

As part of the clinical data management team, you will help prepare and review study documents, assist with UAT, and support training and quality processes across trials, contributing to patient-centric therapeutic development.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor's degree or equivalent; basic data management understanding.
• Familiarity with ICH-GCP guidelines and regulatory expectations.
• Experience in clinical research industry is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of MedDRA/WHODRUG terminology.
• Proficient with MS Office; exposure to data management systems.

Responsibilities

• Data validation and data cleaning lead on projects.
• Support data processing from database setup to lock.
• Prepare and maintain DM documents per SOPs.
• Assist with study start-up activities and UAT for databases.
• Track CRFs and support data entry.
• Ensure compliance with ICH-GCP and SOPs.
• Support QC activities on databases and patient data.
• Maintain training compliance and On-the-Job training.
• Address development goals and training needs.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Time management

Team collaboration

Interpersonal communication

Learning ability

Adaptability

Accountability

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

InForm

Rave

Veeva

Datalabs

ClinBase

Job description

When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve.

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.

The Clinical Data Analyst I (CDA I) works under guidance and supervision of their Line Manager and/or Subject Matter Experts to perform some of the clinical data cleaning activities on assigned projects, commensurate with experience and/or project role. Further responsibilities shall include support on data processing activities, Data Management documents and data cleaning matrices e.g. Data Validation specification, CRF Completion Guidelines, Protocol Deviation Specification, Mock Shell for Off-line listing, etc.

All tasks should be performed in accordance to corporate quality standards, SOPs/Work Instructions/Guidelines, ICH-GCP and/or other international regulatory requirements.

Key Accountabilities

• Data Validation (cleaning) Responsible for/start to lead data cleaning and data review activities (Co-Primary CDA/Primary CDA), e.g. query management and manual/SAS listing reviews.


• Support/start to lead data processing activities from database setup to database lock, e.g. external vendor data reconciliation.


• Data Management Documents/Plans (Trial Master File) Perform and/or support the setup of DM documents and ensure proper documentation as per Standard Operating Procedures, ICH/GCP Guidelines.


• Study Start-Up Activities and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) Start to lead/perform user acceptance testing on clinical database setups. Start to review protocols and EDC Entry Screens if required.


• Data Tracking and Entry Track and review CRFs. Support data entry where required.


• Project Quality Management & Compliance Training Ensure compliance to Standard Operating Procedures, ICH/GCP Guidelines.


• Support/start to lead functional QC activities on databases and/or patient data, as per business needs.


• Maintain training compliance as per Job Roles assigned, including On-the-Job training.


• Address training needs, as per Development Goal/s identified.

Skills

• Evidence of strong problem-solving skills and logical reasoning


• Commitment to first time quality, including a methodical, analytical and accurate approach to work activities (attention to detail)


• Time management and prioritization skills in order to meet objectives and timelines


• Evidence of ability to work collaboratively within a team environment


• Good interpersonal, oral and written communication skills


• Learning ability and knowledge sharing approach; swift understanding of technologies and new processes


• A flexible attitude with respect to work assignments and new learning; ability to adjust rapidly to changing technical environments


• Evidence of accountability relative to Key Accountabilities in Job Description


• Written and oral fluency in English

Knowledge and Experience

• Demonstrates technical aptitude with awareness/potential prior experience in Microsoft Office Products (basic computer skills).


• Basic understanding of data management processes and data validation flow (e.g. Data cleaning, DB lock)


• Basic understanding of relevant ICH-GCP Guidelines, local regulatory requirements and PAREXEL SOPs and study specific procedures


• Basic knowledge of Clinical Data Management Systems (e.g. InForm, Rave, Veeva, Datalabs, ClinBase.)


• Basic understanding of Clinical Study Team roles within Data Management


• Experience in clinical research industry


• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and coding dictionaries (e.g. MedDRA & WHODRUG)


• Basic knowledge of Data Management Operational processes and tasks during study start-up, conduct and close-out


• Basic knowledge of Database set-up activities, including but not limited to Database Configuration Specifications and setup of Data Validation

Education

• Bachelor's degree and/or other medical qualifications or relevant industry experience.