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Clinical Data Specialist

Philips
5-7 years
Not Disclosed
Bangalore, India
1 June 2, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: M.Pharm/B.Pharm or M.Sc. Skills: Medical Terminology, mRS and EQ-5D-5L., Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs

Clinical Data Specialist

Location: Bangalore, India
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: Clinical Data Management
Experience Required: 5–8 Years

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Data Specialist to support clinical research and data management activities by ensuring the collection, validation, processing, and reporting of high-quality clinical data. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems, maintaining data integrity, supporting regulatory compliance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to facilitate clinical study execution and analysis.

This position is ideal for professionals with strong experience in Clinical Data Management (CDM), EDC platforms, database programming, and clinical trial data processing within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device industries.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Data Management

  • Configure, maintain, and support Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems and clinical databases.

  • Execute technical setup and implementation of clinical data management solutions for clinical studies.

  • Ensure accurate collection, validation, processing, and maintenance of clinical trial data.

  • Monitor data quality, consistency, and completeness throughout the study lifecycle.

  • Perform data cleaning activities, query management, and discrepancy resolution.

Data Quality & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, GCP guidelines, company SOPs, and industry standards.

  • Review and evaluate clinical data for accuracy, integrity, and completeness.

  • Identify, investigate, and resolve data discrepancies, anomalies, and quality issues.

  • Support audit readiness and inspection preparedness activities.

Documentation & Reporting

  • Develop, maintain, and update data management documentation, including:

    • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

    • Work Instructions

    • Data Management Plans (DMPs)

    • Validation Documentation

  • Prepare data summaries, listings, tables, and graphical reports for clinical study teams.

  • Support clinical study reporting and data review activities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with Clinical Operations, Biostatistics, Statistical Programming, Regulatory Affairs, and Medical Writing teams.

  • Facilitate data transfers and integration activities across systems and stakeholders.

  • Support study teams by providing data management expertise and recommendations.

  • Participate in study meetings and contribute to project planning discussions.

Technical Support & Process Improvement

  • Troubleshoot technical issues related to clinical databases and EDC systems.

  • Escalate complex technical challenges to appropriate stakeholders.

  • Recommend process improvements to enhance data quality, efficiency, and compliance.

  • Mentor junior team members and share best practices in clinical data management.

Required Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Medical Sciences, Healthcare, or related discipline.

Experience

  • 5–8 years of experience in Clinical Data Management within the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, CRO, or Medical Device industry.

  • Hands-on experience with clinical database setup, maintenance, and data processing.

  • Experience supporting clinical trials across multiple phases.

Certifications

  • CCDM (Certified Clinical Data Manager) or equivalent certification is preferred.

Preferred Technical Skills

Clinical Data Management Systems

  • Medidata Rave

  • Greenlight Guru

  • Electronic Data Capture (EDC) Platforms

  • Clinical Database Management Systems (CDMS)

Core Competencies

  • Clinical Data Management

  • Clinical Trial Data Processing

  • Data Validation & Query Management

  • Regulatory Compliance

  • Data Quality Assurance

  • Data Harmonization

  • Documentation & Reporting

  • Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis

  • Statistical Methods & Data Interpretation

  • Business Intelligence Tools

Preferred Industry Experience

  • Pharmaceutical Industry

  • Biotechnology Industry

  • Medical Device (MedTech) Industry

  • Contract Research Organizations (CROs)

Key Skills

  • Clinical Database Programming

  • Medidata Database Configuration

  • EDC System Administration

  • Clinical Data Review

  • Data Integrity & Compliance

  • Study Data Management

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Problem Solving & Analytical Thinking

  • Communication & Stakeholder Management