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Job Title: Operational Data Steward
Job Description
The Operational Data Steward will support healthcare customer data management by consolidating and maintaining high-quality records for healthcare professionals and organizations. This role focuses on ensuring data accuracy, resolving duplicate and incomplete records, supporting data change requests, and assisting with system releases through user acceptance testing. The position requires strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and the capability to work both independently and collaboratively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
This is a 12-month assignment based in Plainsboro with a hybrid work arrangement, combining on-site and remote work. The role operates in a high-volume, data-driven environment that requires frequent interaction with multiple systems and data sources. You will use tools such as Microsoft Excel and may interact with platforms like Informatica data systems and Veeva. The team-focused culture values collaboration, clear communication, and mutual support, while also expecting team members to work independently and take ownership of their tasks. The work setting is professional and structured, with an emphasis on accuracy, organization, and timely completion of data-related activities.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Princeton, NJ.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.
Requirements
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
This is a hybrid position in Princeton,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 22, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Job Description
The Operational Data Steward will support healthcare customer data management by consolidating and maintaining high-quality records for healthcare professionals and organizations. This role focuses on ensuring data accuracy, resolving duplicate and incomplete records, supporting data change requests, and assisting with system releases through user acceptance testing. The position requires strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and the capability to work both independently and collaboratively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a Data Steward for healthcare customers, including healthcare professionals and healthcare organizations.
- Consolidate duplicate customer records and ensure each consolidated record is accurate and complete.
- Verify that all required identifiers are captured and correctly listed on consolidated records.
- Investigate and confirm potential affiliations between healthcare professionals and healthcare organizations.
- Review and address field force data change requests in a timely and accurate manner.
- Assist broader data management functions within the team as needed.
- Organize, interpret, and analyze multiple data sources to support data quality and consistency.
- Perform data quality assurance activities to identify, correct, and prevent data issues.
- Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) for various system releases and enhancements, documenting findings and feedback.
- Provide ad hoc support and assistance to team members on data-related tasks and projects.
- Communicate clearly and professionally in writing and verbally with internal stakeholders.
- Manage multiple tasks simultaneously and transition quickly between assignments while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Collaborate effectively in a team environment while also working independently with minimal supervision.
- Minimum of 2 years of coursework toward a degree in Business Administration or another applicable business-related field.
- Proficient computer skills, including strong experience with Microsoft Excel.
- Ability to create and edit pivot tables in Microsoft Excel.
- Experience using Excel functions such as VLOOKUP and IF statements.
- Ability to use Excel find functions and navigate spreadsheets efficiently.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to multi-task and transition between assignments quickly while maintaining accuracy.
- Comfort working in a high-volume environment.
- Tech-savvy with the ability to quickly learn and navigate multiple systems.
- Experience working in a team environment and collaborating with colleagues.
- Experience with customer master data and data analysis, preferably within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
- Familiarity with healthcare professional and healthcare organization customer data, including IMS Health HCPs and HCOs data.
- Experience working with Informatica data systems is a plus.
- Experience with Veeva or similar customer data and CRM platforms is a plus.
- Analytical or demonstrated analytical thinking, particularly in data-heavy roles.
- Interest in or exposure to data management, data quality, and master data concepts.
This is a 12-month assignment based in Plainsboro with a hybrid work arrangement, combining on-site and remote work. The role operates in a high-volume, data-driven environment that requires frequent interaction with multiple systems and data sources. You will use tools such as Microsoft Excel and may interact with platforms like Informatica data systems and Veeva. The team-focused culture values collaboration, clear communication, and mutual support, while also expecting team members to work independently and take ownership of their tasks. The work setting is professional and structured, with an emphasis on accuracy, organization, and timely completion of data-related activities.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Princeton, NJ.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.
Requirements
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a hybrid position in Princeton,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 22, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
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