Sr Database Management Specialist

IQVIA; United States; Remote; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA is seeking an experienced Database Designer to join our sponsor-dedicated team. The role focuses on EDC build activities, Medidata Rave architecture, and metadata management. You will interpret study protocols and lead data modeling efforts while coordinating with cross-functional teams.

Ideal candidates have hands-on experience with edit checks, CF programming, and PPC activities. This is a fully remote role based in Mexico, with English proficiency required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 5+ years in database systems with 2+ years data administration.
• Hands-on Medidata Rave and EDC build experience.
• Strong English, written and spoken.
• Based in Mexico; fully remote role.

Responsibilities

• Designs or modifies data models addressing complex database requirements.
• Plans and coordinates design of advanced data models and metadata management.
• Provides application-level data modeling support for development teams.
• Maintains enterprise-wide data standards and metadata management tools.
• Coordinates testing and documentation of the global metadata repository.

Skills

Data modeling

Database design

SQL

English proficiency

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Medidata Rave

EDC build

Job description

_ Our sponsor-dedicated team is looking for an experienced Database Designer to join! _

Job Overview

The Database Designer is responsible for EDC build activities and is able to interpret study protocols and perform study build tasks. This role requires a strong understanding of Medidata Rave architecture and the study design process. The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience with edit check specification development and custom function (CF) programming.

The Database Designer has experience working on post-production change (PPC) activities and configuring various Rave modules, including Coding, Local Lab, IWRS/IRT integration, CTMS, Safety Gateway, and TSDV.

Essential Functions

• Designs or modifies data models to address complex database requirements while considering business and application needs. Organizes metadata for use across teams.
• Plans, conducts, and coordinates the design of state‑of-the-art data models and metadata management solutions.
• Provides application-level data modeling support for project development teams.
• Assists in creating and maintaining enterprise‑wide data standards.
• Participates in enterprise‑wide logical data modeling and leads efforts within assigned data subject areas.
• Assists with the implementation of metadata management tools.
• Facilitates formal and informal discussions to support database design initiatives.
• Participates in the implementation and management of the global metadata repository.
• Identifies metadata sources, develops metadata management capabilities, monitors metadata quality, and establishes common data definitions.
• Coordinates testing and documentation of the global metadata repository and conducts user interviews to gather metadata requirements, ensuring business needs are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field; completion of the degree is required.
• Strong knowledge of database systems with a minimum of five (5) years of experience and at least two (2) years of experience in data administration.
• Hands‑on experience with Medidata Rave and EDC build activities.
• Advanced English proficiency, both written and spoken; language skills will be assessed during the interview process.
• Must be based in Mexico. This is a fully home‑based position.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.