Senior Clinical Data Analyst (Home-based) - South Africa, Poland, Hungary or UK

Medium; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare data management firm is seeking a Senior Clinical Data Analyst based in South Africa. The role involves overseeing data management for complex clinical studies, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Candidates should have 5–8 years of industry experience, strong leadership abilities, and proficiency with EDC systems, including RAVE. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and the flexibility of remote work, fostering a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in Data Management within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Strong understanding of regulatory guidelines and industry standards.
• Proven leadership ability and project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large clinical studies with minimal guidance.
• Mentor junior staff and train Data Management personnel.
• Oversee data management activities with CROs and vendors.

Skills

Leadership experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills in English

Knowledge of regulatory guidelines

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or healthcare-related field

Tools

EDC systems

RAVE

Job description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Clinical Data Analyst in South Africa, Poland, Hungary, or the UK.

We are seeking a highly skilled Clinical Data Analyst to lead and support complex clinical studies across multiple therapeutic areas. In this role, you will oversee data management activities, ensuring high-quality, accurate, and compliant clinical data. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including statisticians, CRAs, programmers, and study managers, while mentoring junior staff and liaising with external vendors. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on clinical research outcomes and patient safety, while working in a flexible, remote environment. The ideal candidate thrives in a regulated, fast-paced setting and brings a combination of technical expertise, leadership, and strategic thinking.

Accountabilities

• Lead and manage large clinical studies or related study programs with minimal guidance.
• Serve as the Data Management representative on Clinical Trial Working Groups (CTWG).
• Mentor and provide training to junior Data Management staff.
• Oversee and monitor data management activities with CROs or other vendors, fostering effective partnerships.
• Review protocols and design eCRFs and annotated CRFs to ensure accurate and compliant data capture.
• Develop and validate data edit checks, data listings, and Data Management Plans (DMPs).
• Coordinate EDC system design, testing, issue resolution, and system upgrades/migrations, including UAT.
• Perform data reconciliations, serious adverse event tracking, and database lock/freeze activities.
• Contribute to SOPs, work instructions, and process documents, supporting continuous process improvement.
• Participate in team meetings, providing insights and recommendations to enhance study quality and compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or healthcare-related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in Data Management within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Proven leadership experience with project management and multitasking skills.
• Broad knowledge of Phase I–IV clinical studies and core data management practices.
• Strong understanding of regulatory guidelines and industry standards (ICH/FDA, CDISC, GCDMP, 21 CFR 11, MedDRA, WHO Drug Dictionaries).
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently, in teams, and with external vendors.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficiency with multiple computer applications and Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems; prior experience with RAVE preferred.
• Experience in Oncology or CNS therapeutic areas and Phase III pivotal studies is desirable.
• Willingness to occasionally travel for meetings or training seminars.

Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned with local market standards.
• Fully remote, home-based work arrangement.
• Professional development opportunities and mentorship for career growth.
• Exposure to international clinical research and advanced data management practices.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment with a focus on work-life balance.
• Access to advanced tools, systems, and methodologies in clinical data management.

Thank you for your interest!

By submitting an application to this posting, the applicant acknowledges that Jobgether will process their personal data as necessary to evaluate their candidacy, provide feedback, and, when appropriate, share relevant information with potential employers. Such processing is carried out on the basis of legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures in accordance with applicable data protection laws. The applicant may exercise their rights of access, rectification, erasure, and objection at any time as provided under the GDPR.

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