Remote External Data Acquisition Specialist (Clinical Trials)

Blacksmith Agency Llc; Durban; Remote; ZAR 420,000 - 680,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA is seeking a Data Acquisition Specialist for External Data. This remote/homebased role focuses on coordinating standardized external data streams across multiple study sites in South Africa.

You will liaise with data providers, translate clinical concepts into data mappings, and ensure data transfer agreements meet regulatory and protocol requirements. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of experience in data management within clinical research, with exposure to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Minimum 3 years' experience managing data in clinical research.
• Experience with external data sources (Safety Lab, PK, biomarkers, ECG) is preferred.
• Experience developing data transfer agreements and working on clinical trials.

Responsibilities

• Execute deliverables for standardized external data streams.
• Assess data collection requirements and plan setup activities to meet timelines.
• Collaborate with data stakeholders on transfer, ingestion, and data structure per standards.
• Create change requests for new data concepts or structures.
• Develop trial-specific data transfer agreements documenting study requirements.
• Ensure data transfer frequencies meet study needs and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with external data providers to align tsDTA and resolve issues.

Skills

Data management

Clinical data handling

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent (preferably in Computer Science)

Job description

IQVIA is seeking a Data Acquisition Specialist for External Data. This remote/homebased role focuses on coordinating standardized external data streams across multiple study sites in South Africa.

You will liaise with data providers, translate clinical concepts into data mappings, and ensure data transfer agreements meet regulatory and protocol requirements. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of experience in data management within clinical research, with exposure to