Clinical Data Curator Specialist (CDCS)

Sanofi; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanofi in Hyderabad is seeking a Clinical Data Curator Specialist (CDCS) to join the risk-based monitoring team. The role focuses on maintaining, organizing, and improving accessibility of clinical data to support advanced analytics, with expertise in data manipulation, extraction, optimization, and visualization, and a solid foundation in AI/machine learning.

You will work closely with data scientists to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and relevance for analysis in clinical trials,

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience in a Clinical Research environment (CRO or Pharma).
• In depth knowledge of clinical data programming using SAS - Base, Macros, SQL/ Python/R and experienced in handling data from multiple data sources.
• Learns and adapt quickly when facing new problems.
• Think critically and use rigorous, objective and pragmatic methods to solve multidimensional problems with effective and timely solutions.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in programming languages (either SQL, Python, Advance SAS or R). A professional certification will be a nice to have.
• Hands on experience in data wrangling, data extraction and manipulation from diverse input data sources using advance SQL concepts.
• In depth knowledge of optimising queries and joins to efficiently process large datasets of varying degree of complexity.
• Familiarity with machine learning (using Python packages) and their application in clinical trial.
• In depth understanding of clinical trial related documents and clinical knowledge, e.g., Protocol, SDS, CRF and the ability to churn both structured and unstructured data to generate meaningful output.
• Strong analytical skills with an attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Bachelor’s degree or above, preferably in a life science or mathematics‑related area (e.g., computer sciences).
• Strong English skills (verbal and written), ability to exchange fluently in a global environment.

Responsibilities

• Data Inventory and Organization: Maintain a comprehensive inventory of clinical data sets to ensure clear structure and long‑term usability. Implement best practices for data organization and governance.
• Collaborative Problem Solving: Work closely with data scientists to understand data requirement and quality standards, collaborate with digital to enhance and optimize the data pipelines and integration processes.
• Data Extraction and Curation: Extract, curate, and prepare clinical data sets to ensure they are fit for purpose and adhere to data governance standards. Enhance data quality for use in advanced analytics.
• AI/Machine Learning: Hands on experience in Machine Learning and its application in clinical trials to derive meaningful insights from data.
• Risk Based Quality Assurance: Implement and continuously improve a risk-based quality assurance process. Ensure proper documentation of datasets used for analysis to safeguard data integrity and ensure reliable results.
• Develop code/workflows and optimize existing ones: Leverage domain expertise and technical knowledge to continually enhance existing code and develop new one as per changing requirements.

Skills

Data manipulation

Data extraction

Data optimization

Data visualization

Machine learning

SAS Base

SQL

Python

R

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences

Tools

SAS Base

Macros

Python

R

SQL

Job description

Job Title: Clinical Data Curator Specialist (CDCS)

Location: Hyderabad

About the job

An exciting opportunity to join our risk-based monitoring team. Risk-based monitoring (RBM) is an adaptive approach to clinical trial monitoring that directs focus and activities to critical data and processes that have the most potential to impact patient safety and data quality. In this context, the RBM team is responsible for designing, executing, and optimizing the Sanofi RBM approach to align with regulatory requirements and Sanofi's objective to drive quality, efficiency, and speed of clinical trials. The Clinical Data Curator Specialist (CDCS) is responsible for the maintaining, organizing and improving the accessibility of clinical data to support Advance Analytics having expertise in Data Manipulation, Data extraction, Data Optimization, Data Visualization etc. Understanding of AI fundamentals with knowledge of Machine learning. This role will involve working closely with a group of core Data Scientists to ensure accuracy, completeness, and relevance of the data that will used for analysis. If you are passionate about leveraging data to drive excellence in clinical trials, this is the opportunity for you. We are an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We’re also a company where you can flourish and grow your career, with countless opportunities to explore, make connections with people, and stretch the limits of what you thought was possible.

Main responsibilities

• Data Inventory and Organization: Maintain a comprehensive inventory of clinical data sets to ensure clear structure and long‑term usability. Implement best practices for data organization and governance.
• Collaborative Problem Solving: Work closely with data scientists to understand data requirement and quality standards, collaborate with digital to enhance and optimize the data pipelines and integration processes.
• Data Extraction and Curation: Extract, curate, and prepare clinical data sets to ensure they are fit for purpose and adhere to data governance standards. Enhance data quality for use in advanced analytics.
• AI/Machine Learning: Hands on experience in Machine Learning and its application in clinical trials to derive meaningful insights from data.
• Risk Based Quality Assurance: Implement and continuously improve a risk-based quality assurance process. Ensure proper documentation of datasets used for analysis to safeguard data integrity and ensure reliable results.
• Develop code/workflows and optimize existing ones: Leverage domain expertise and technical knowledge to continually enhance existing code and develop new one as per changing requirements.

About you

• At least 5 years’ experience in a Clinical Research environment (CRO or Pharma).
• In depth knowledge of clinical data programming using SAS - Base, Macros, SQL/ Python/R and experienced in handling data from multiple data sources.
• Learns and adapt quickly when facing new problems. Think critically and use rigorous, objective and pragmatic methods to solve multidimensional problems with effective and timely solutions.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in programming languages (either SQL, Python, Advance SAS or R). A professional certification will be a nice to have.
• Hands on experience in data wrangling, data extraction and manipulation from diverse input data sources using advance SQL concepts.
• In depth knowledge of optimising queries and joins to efficiently process large datasets of varying degree of complexity.
• Familiarity with machine learning (using Python packages) and their application in clinical trial.
• In depth understanding of clinical trial related documents and clinical knowledge, e.g., Protocol, SDS, CRF and the ability to churn both structured and unstructured data to generate meaningful output.
• Strong analytical skills with an attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Bachelor’s degree or above, preferably in a life science or mathematics‑related area (e.g., computer sciences).
• Strong English skills (verbal and written), ability to exchange fluently in a global environment.

Why choose us

Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future‑focused team. Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally. Enjoy a thoughtful, well‑crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact. Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks' gender‑neutral parental leave. An international work environment, in which you can develop your talent and realize ideas and innovations within a competent team.

Team values and culture

A team that driving the innovation of the monitoring activities that align with future need “We believe that a Clinical Data Curator is not only collects data for storage, but you are key to brining data to life in an AI-driven world; it's a role that embodies innovation, curiosity, and the power to transform data into actionable insights. Join us as a curator of our AI future, supported by cutting‑edge technology and a collaborative team environment.”

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At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity. Watch our ALL IN video and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com!

We are an R&D driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and creating compelling growth. Our team is guided by one purpose: we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We want to build a healthier, more resilient world, and turn the impossible into the possible by discovering, developing, and delivering medicines and vaccines for millions of people around the world. Discover more about us visiting www.sanofi.com or via our movie We are Sanofi Start a career that makes a difference. Reinvention is in our DNA. It’s what drove our evolution from a small French enterprise to one of the world’s leading biopharma companies. Whether it’s using AI to shorten drug‑discovery times or building trust in healthcare, you could be helping our teams make life better for patients, partners, and communities. This is where you grow your career. We open the door for you to explore new opportunities, push your limits, and connect with people who are driven by a shared purpose: we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.