Senior Database Developer

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No matter your role, we all play an important part and you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe.

By living our values of Employee Development, Customer Focus, Quality and Excellence, Respect and Integrity, we look to foster a passionate and collaborative work environment and we are looking for talented and enthusiastic people, like you, to join our growing team! Whether you’re a recent college graduate or seeking your next career opportunity, it’s time to discover your future at Altasciences.

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About The Role

The Senior Database Developer is responsible for independently developing high quality databases that support sponsors’ research programs with a high level of proficiency.

In addition, the Senior Database Developer has an active role in the continuous improvement of the department and act as a leader in the department.

What You’ll Do Here

• Build the clinical database in the database platform specified per the contracted scope of work, timelines and final approved protocol.
• Ensure all visits, forms, and fields are appropriately created to capture protocol-required data and validation checks and listings are complete.
• Set up the data cleaning tools in the clinical database, missing data checks, range checks, skip logic, programmed edits, and manual review listings.
• Collaborate with client, Lead Data Managers (LDMs), Clinic Data Entry teammates, Biostatisticians, Statistical Programmers, Medical Writers, and the project team to ensure efficient and analyzable data collection.
• Work closely with Medrio- or ClinSpark- or other database platform-support groups to escalate and resolve technical issues.
• Ensure database is compliant with Clinical Data Acquisition Standards Harmonization (CDASH), International Conference on Harmonisation (ICH) / Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and appropriate sponsor standards.
• Utilize department-approved standard forms and participate in the continuous improvement of the department case report form (CRF) library.
• Identify and suggest design for standard data types as well as data that will require non-standard programming for database design and ensure an effective collection process is established.
• Participate or lead the database testing process ensuring all forms, edit checks, and listings function appropriately.
• Update database to accommodate protocol updates or client or project team requests.
• Complete all documentation per department processes and ensure it is filed appropriately.
• Track all Data Management Change Request forms and associated documentation to accurately report all post-production database changes.
• Provide input into improving and monitoring Data Management standards and participate in continuous process / productivity improvement.
• May participate in intradepartmental or interdepartmental quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain and participate in the objectives of the department.
• Keep and report metrics as requested by management.
• Mentor and train other team members and / or develop training materials as needed.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Bachelor's Degree in programming, health-related sciences, or relevant field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional attitude and strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Ability to work well with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals.
• Client-focused approach to work.
• Flexible attitude with respect to work assignments and new learning.
• Ability to prioritize workload.
• Superior attention to detail.
• Understanding of clinical research and the relationship of Data Management in the clinical study process.
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to adapt to multiple data management platforms and established proficiency in independent database development.
• Good computer skills (JavaScript, Power BI, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point) and ability to understand and adapt to multiple information technology (IT) systems.

What We Offer

The pay range estimated for this position is $65,000 - $80,000 hourly. Please note that hourly rates / salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, prior relevant experience, skills, education, certification, location as well as internal equity and market data.

Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.

Altasciences’ Benefits Package Includes :

• Health / Dental / Vision Insurance Plans
• 401(k) / RRSP with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs
• Telework when applicable

Altasciences’ Incentive Programs Include :

• Training & Development Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Annual Performance Reviews

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Altasciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or any other protected grounds under applicable legislation.

Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities during the recruitment process are available upon request. Join us at Altasciences!

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