On behalf of a renowned client in the life sciences industry, we are looking for a freelance support in Clinical Data Management. The main responsibility is coordinating all data management activities in clinical trials.
Typical responsibilities in this role:**
Creation and review of the Data Management Plan (DMP) and the Data Validation Plan (DVP).
Designing and implementing electronic Case Report Forms (eCRFs) in EDC systems (Electronic Data Capture).
Coordinating data collection, validation, and cleaning across the entire study lifecycle.
Developing and executing query processes to resolve data inconsistencies with investigative sites.
Medical coding of adverse events (AEs) and medications (e.g., using MedDRA, WHODrug).
Performing SAE reconciliation (matching serious adverse events).
Preparing and executing the database lock after data collection is complete.
Creating status reports and communicating with the study team (project management, monitoring, biostatistics).
Relevant technologies, tools or methods:**
EDC systems: Medidata Rave, Oracle Clinical, Viedoc, Zelta, OpenClinica.
Programming languages/analysis tools: SAS, R, Python, SQL.
Standards: CDISC (SDTM, ADaM), GCP (Good Clinical Practice), 21 CFR Part 11.
Collaboration tools: MS Teams, Jira, Confluence.
Data visualization: Tableau, Power BI.
Typical KPIs or success metrics:**
Data quality: query rate (number of queries per 1000 data points) < X; data entry error rate < 1%.
Time management: time from last patient last visit (LPLV) to database lock (target: 4–6 weeks).
Efficiency: average time to query resolution (target: < 10 business days for critical queries).
Compliance: 100% adherence to milestones and processes defined in the DMP.
Protocol adherence: rate of protocol deviations related to data management < 5%.
Key challenges, risks or specifics:**
Managing increasing data volumes and sources (e.g., wearables, ePROs).
Ensuring data integrity and security (cybersecurity, data protection/GDPR).
Complexity from mid-study changes (protocol amendments) and their impact on the database.
Maintaining consistent data quality across multiple global sites.
Shortage of qualified professionals and steep learning curve for study-specific systems.
Concrete deliverables:**
Finalized and approved Data Management Plan (DMP).
Live and validated study database (EDC system).
Regular data cleaning reports and status updates.
Clean, quality-assured database ready for statistical analysis.
Final locked study database with full audit trail.
Archived project documentation after study completion.
Must-haves:**
Degree in life sciences, (bio)informatics, statistics or equivalent qualification.
Several years of hands-on experience in clinical data management within the pharmaceutical industry or at a CRO.
Solid knowledge of regulatory requirements (ICH-GCP, 21 CFR Part 11) and industry standards (CDISC).
Experience with at least one common EDC system (e.g., Medidata Rave, Oracle Clinical).
Nice-to-haves:**
Certified Clinical Data Manager (CCDM®) certification from the Society for Clinical Data Management (SCDM).
Programming skills in SAS, R or SQL.
Experience leading data management subprojects.
Personal traits and mindset:**
Extraordinary attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills for collaboration in interdisciplinary study teams.
High level of self-reliance, organizational talent and sense of responsibility.
Ability to work precisely under time pressure and set clear priorities.