Senior Associate, Database Analyst, Clinical Database Management

Biopharma Careers; Chennai District; Hybrid; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfizer is seeking an Associate Database Analyst to join the Clinical Data Sciences (CDS) group. This role focuses on programming high-quality clinical databases and ensuring data integrity across asset and submission data.

You will work with study teams to develop data capture solutions, adhere to SOPs, and gain expertise in Oracle, PL/SQL, SAS, Java, and relational database design. Hybrid work location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Science, Computer Science or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in pharma/biotech/CRO with data collection/assimilation focus.
• Experience with Oracle, PL/SQL, SAS, Java and relational database design.

Responsibilities

• Works with study teams to create data capture solutions supporting data quality and timely delivery.
• Complies with SOPs and working practices.
• Develops expertise in one or more technologies.
• Grows knowledge of data capture tools and methods to ensure study data accuracy and integrity.

Skills

Oracle

PL/SQL

SAS

Java

Database design

Data capture

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Science, Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Oracle InForm

Oracle DMW

MS SQL Server

MS Access

Job description

ROLE SUMMARY

As part of the Clinical Data Sciences (CDS) group, an integral delivery unit within the Clinical Development & Operations (CD&O) organization, the Associate Database Analyst is responsible for the programming of high-quality clinical databases. Responsible for supporting assigned segments of the Pfizer portfolio. Accountabilities to include the design, development, and maintenance of clinical databases, ensuring the integrity of clinical data, application of standards supporting consistency in asset/submission data. The Associate Database Analyst works with senior staff members to understand Pfizer standard database conventions and begins to understand the nuances of data collection needs between therapy areas

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works closely with department roles and cross-functional study team members to create data capture solutions that support the quality and timely delivery of data required per standard and study specific data review plans


• Complies with applicable SOPs and work practices


• Develops expertise in one or more technologies


• Develops knowledge of data capture tools and methods that support the accuracy and integrity of study data

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in a Life Science, Computer Science or equivalent


• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in a pharmaceutical, biotech, CRO, or Regulatory Agency with an emphasis on building data collection and assimilation solutions


• Experience in Oracle, PL/SQL, SAS, Java, relational database design and database programming skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Technical skills and experience using relational databases (e.g. Oracle InForm, Oracle DMW, MS SQL Server or MS Access)


• Strong communication (written and oral), decision‑making, influencing, negotiation, and project management skills


• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite of tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)


• Understanding of drug development process and data operations required for the reporting of clinical trial data (e.g. data review, study reports, regulatory submissions, safety updates, etc.)


• Understanding of regulatory requirements and relevant data standards; CDISC knowledge and experience are preferable

Work Location Assignment

Hybrid

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