Remote Data Acquisition Specialist (Clinical Trials)

Abantu Staffing Solutions; East London; Remote; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA is seeking a Data Acquisition Specialist for External Data on a remote/homebased basis. You will define, set up, and ingest external data streams in alignment with protocol data capture requirements.

Responsibilities include coordinating with data stakeholders, developing tsDTA agreements, ensuring data transfer frequencies, and performing UAT to ensure data conformance. Strong SDTM and GCP/ICH knowledge are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in Computer Science.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience managing data in support of clinical research.
• Experience with external data sources (e.g., Safety Lab, PK, ECG).
• Experience working with external data providers in a clinical study setting.
• Knowledge of SDTM and GCP/ICH guidelines.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.

Responsibilities

• Execute deliverables for Standardized External Data Streams.
• Plan external data stream setup to meet study timelines.
• Liaise with data stakeholders to define data transfer requirements.
• Create change requests for new data concepts or data structures.
• Develop trial-specific Data Transfer Agreements documenting requirements.
• Ensure data transfer frequencies meet study requirements.
• Liaise with external data providers to align tsDTA.
• Translate medical concepts into data mapping guidance for programmers.
• UAT of test data transfers ensuring accuracy with specs.
• Implement data transfer mechanisms into CDR with external provider access.
• Monitor availability and accuracy of external data streams and resolve issues.

Skills

Excellent English communication

SDTM knowledge

GCP/ICH knowledge

Data transfer agreements

Clinical trials experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science

Job description

IQVIA is seeking a Data Acquisition Specialist for External Data on a remote/homebased basis. You will define, set up, and ingest external data streams in alignment with protocol data capture requirements.

Responsibilities include coordinating with data stakeholders, developing tsDTA agreements, ensuring data transfer frequencies, and performing UAT to ensure data conformance. Strong SDTM and GCP/ICH knowledge are preferred.