Clinical Data Specialist - Collections - Temporary

MD Ally; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Iterative Health, a healthcare technology and services company, seeks a Clinical Data Specialist to support trial operations by screening EHRs for eligible patients, maintaining recruitment databases, and ensuring high-quality documentation. This temporary role runs through year-end with 40 hours/week and flexibility for part-time or per diem arrangements.

You will collaborate with research sites, manage data entry across systems, and ensure PHI is handled in a compliant manner while aligning

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Adobe Acrobat and web-based applications.
• Ability to quickly learn and navigate EHRs, CTMS, and CRM platforms.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong time management and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.
• High professionalism, discretion, and integrity with sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Review electronic health records (EHRs) to identify patients who may qualify for active clinical research studies.
• Interpret study protocols and eligibility criteria to determine appropriate patient populations for recruitment.
• Build and maintain databases of potential study participants across multiple programs.
• Document patient pre-screening activities and findings in accordance with procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with research sites and clinical teams to support participant recruitment efforts.
• Support research sites with data collection, documentation, and operational coordination.
• Assist with scheduling patient visits and coordinating research appointments.
• Perform accurate data entry into clinical research databases and internal systems.
• Maintain study records and tracking tools for reporting needs.
• Participate in project meetings and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

EHR systems

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Salesforce

CTMS

CRM tools

Job description

Iterative Health is a healthcare technology and services company powering the acceleration of clinical research to transform patient outcomes.

We built a leading performance-driven network of 100+ sites across the US, Europe, India, and Australia, conducting research directly in the communities where care is delivered across gastrointestinal, hepatology, obesity, and cardiology. By combining deep clinical trial expertise with cutting-edge AI, we connect sponsors' scientific ambitions with high-performing research teams that expedite and expand access to novel therapeutics for patients in need. Today, Iterative Health is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and New York City with 250+ employees world-wide.

The Clinical Data Specialist at Iterative Health plays a critical role in supporting clinical trial operations across the Iterative Health research network. This position is responsible for conducting detailed EHR reviews to identify potential clinical trial candidates, supporting patient recruitment efforts, maintaining research databases, and ensuring accurate documentation throughout the patient pre-screening process.

The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is passionate about advancing clinical research through data-driven patient identification and operational excellence.

This is a temporary role through the end of the year - 40 hours/week. We are also open to part time and per diem.

Where You'll Drive Impact

Clinical Trial Patient Identification & Screening

• Review electronic health records (EHRs) to identify patients who may qualify for active clinical research studies.
• Interpret study protocols and eligibility criteria to determine appropriate patient populations for recruitment.
• Build and maintain databases of potential study participants across multiple research programs.
• Document patient pre-screening activities and findings in accordance with established procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with research sites and clinical teams to support participant recruitment initiatives.

Research Operations Support

• Support research sites within the Iterative Health network through data collection, documentation, and operational coordination activities.
• Assist with scheduling patient visits and coordinating research-related appointments.
• Perform accurate and timely data entry into clinical research databases and internal systems.
• Maintain study-related records and tracking tools to support operational efficiency and reporting needs.
• Participate in project meetings and contribute to ongoing process improvement initiatives.

Compliance & Quality

• Handle protected health information (PHI) and research data in a confidential, compliant, and secure manner.
• Adhere to company policies, study protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and quality of all documentation and data-related activities.

What You Bring to the Team

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Gmail), Adobe Acrobat, and web-based applications.
• Ability to quickly learn and navigate new technology platforms, including Electronic Health Records (EHRs), Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS), and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and integrity when handling sensitive information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in clinical research, healthcare operations, patient recruitment, or data management.
• Familiarity with clinical research protocols and eligibility criteria.
• Experience reviewing and interpreting electronic health record data.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and clinical research regulations.
• Experience working within a healthcare technology, biotech, or startup environment.
• Familiarity with Salesforce, CTMS platforms, or similar research technology systems.

How We Work

• Collaborative and low-ego team environment
• High ownership and accountability culture
• Fast-paced and highly iterative growth environment
• Open communication and continuous learning mindset
• Mission-driven organization focused on improving patient outcomes
• Comfortable navigating evolving business priorities and opportunities

New York pay range $60,000 - $75,000 USD

At Iterative Health, we're actively working towards creating an environment that is representative of the diversity of patients our technology serves. We are focused on building an equitable and inclusive culture, and by extension, hiring process. If you require any accommodations to make the application process or interviewing experience more accessible to you, please contact [e-mail].