PHARMAFull-time
Clinical Data Specialist
By Admin · Clinical Data Management
BANGALORE (IN)ONSITEPOSTED: 8/27/2026
PHARMAFull-time
HIRING ORGANIZATIONIQVIAHealthcare Technology & Contract Research
ROLE DEFINITION & RESPONSIBILITIES
Core Responsibilities
Provide basic and some comprehensive data management expertise to the Clinical Data Management (CDM) team.
Support delivery of efficient, high-quality data management products that meet customer requirements.
Serve as a Data Operations Coordinator (DOC) for one protocol with fewer than 5 operations staff, excluding Data Entry (DE), or for 15+ easy-to-moderately complex central laboratory studies.
Alternatively, take a leadership role in a defined data management activity, such as coding, testing, or database design for technologies that do not require extensive programming expertise, with appropriate guidance.
Provide backup support to a Data Operations Coordinator (DOC) or Data Team Lead (DTL) when required.
Conduct clinical data review activities.
Write and resolve data clarifications.
Lead database audit teams when assigned.
Develop and test databases and edit specifications.
Perform programming testing activities.
Perform clinical data coding.
Clinical Data Management & Operational Standards
Work within the Clinical Data Management function and contribute to delivery of quality clinical data management outputs.
Understand and comply with core operating procedures and working instructions.
Meet assigned objectives and deliverables.
Maintain effective communication and working relationships with CDM team members, managers, coworkers, and clients.
Exercise strong attention to detail when reviewing, managing, testing, coding, and resolving clinical data issues.
Technical & Domain Expertise
Bachelor's degree in clinical, biological, mathematical sciences, or a related field is required, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
Exposure to medical terminology is required.
Ability to support clinical data review, data clarification, database development/testing, edit specification activities, programming testing, clinical data coding, and database audit activities.
Computer proficiency is required.
Leadership & Collaboration
May undertake team leadership activities under the supervision of a Data Operations Coordinator, Data Team Lead, or Functional Manager.
May coordinate operational activities for assigned protocols or central laboratory studies.
May lead specific data management tasks such as coding, testing, or database design with guidance.
May lead database audit teams.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, clients, and the broader CDM team.
Professional Competencies
Excellent organizational skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Leadership capability.
Strong computer skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative when resolving problems.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Company & Industry Context
IQVIA provides clinical research services, commercial insights, and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries.
The role contributes to clinical data management activities supporting the development and commercialization of medical treatments and the broader goal of improving patient outcomes and population health.
REQUIRED VERIFIED SKILLS
Clinical Data Management
Clinical Data Review
Data Management
Clinical Data Coding
Medical Terminology
Database Development
Database Testing
Edit Specifications
Programming Testing
Data Clarifications
Database Auditing
Computer Skills
Clinical Sciences
Biological Sciences
Mathematical Sciences
COMPENSATION & REWARDS
Salary: Competitive / Disclosed upon candidate shortlisting
ORGANIZATION CONTEXT & CULTURE
IQVIA is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions, and contract research services (CRO) to the life sciences industry. The company helps pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device clients accelerate the development and commercialization of new medical treatments through its extensive data, technology, and human expertise. Their offerings span from clinical trial design and execution to real-world evidence and commercial effectiveness.
TEAM SIZE: 87,000+ employees
INDUSTRY: Healthcare Technology & Contract Research
RECOMMENDED TRAINING
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