Remote Data Acquisition Specialist - External Data Streams

Old Mutual South Africa; Klerksdorp; Remote; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA is seeking a Data Acquisition Specialist for External Data to define, set up and ingest diverse data streams for clinical trials. The role involves coordinating with data stakeholders, creating data transfer agreements, and ensuring data transfer frequencies align with study timelines.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years in clinical data management, with experience in external data sources and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Computer Science preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years' experience managing data in clinical research.
• Experience with external data sources (e.g., Safety Lab, ECG, biomarkers).
• Experience working with external data providers in a clinical study setting.
• Experience developing data transfer agreements.
• Strong written and verbal English communication.

Responsibilities

• Define, set up and ingest External Data Streams per protocol.
• Coordinate with data stakeholders to align data collection and transfer requirements.
• Create change requests for new data concepts or structures.
• Document trial-specific data transfer agreements and tsDTA details.
• Ensure data transfer frequencies meet study needs and regulations.
• Liaise with external data providers to resolve data transfer issues.

Skills

Data management

SDTM knowledge

GCP/ICH knowledge

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

IQVIA is seeking a Data Acquisition Specialist for External Data to define, set up and ingest diverse data streams for clinical trials. The role involves coordinating with data stakeholders, creating data transfer agreements, and ensuring data transfer frequencies align with study timelines.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years in clinical data management, with experience in external data sources and strong English communication.