What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Data Specialist position at Specialist Staffing Group?
Clinical Data Specialists play a vital role in ensuring the integrity, accuracy and compliance of patient data across clinical trials. This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Clinical Data Specialist positions, roles that support the delivery of safe, regulated clinical research and help bring therapies to patients who need them.
Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy.
About the opportunity
Roles of this type may sit within a dynamic clinical research environment where attention to detail and regulatory knowledge directly impact patient safety and trial outcomes. The work could involve managing clinical trial databases, ensuring protocol compliance, and coordinating with cross-functional teams including sites, sponsors and quality assurance. You could contribute to the delivery of clinical studies under Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and relevant regulatory frameworks.
Typical role overview
- Location: New York, New York, USA
- Type: Permanent · Full-time
- Salary: $110,000 - $170,000 per year, dependent on experience
- Domain: Clinical data management · clinical trials · healthcare compliance
What you would do
Typical responsibilities could include:
- Managing and maintaining clinical trial databases to ensure data integrity and accuracy
- Monitoring data entry and validating information against source documentation
- Identifying and resolving data discrepancies and queries in a timely manner
- Supporting protocol compliance and regulatory documentation requirements
- Coordinating with clinical sites, monitors and sponsors on data-related issues
- Preparing data for analysis while maintaining patient confidentiality and safety standards
- Contributing to quality assurance activities and audit readiness
What you could bring
Most roles of this type require the following:
- 2–5 years of experience in clinical data management, data coordination or clinical research
- Strong knowledge of clinical trial protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and regulatory requirements
- Proficiency with electronic data capture (EDC) systems and clinical databases
- Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and integrity
- Solid understanding of HIPAA, patient privacy and healthcare compliance standards
- Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Data Science, Healthcare Administration or related field
- Authorization to work in the United States
Nice-to-have:
- Certification in Clinical Research Coordination (CCRP) or Clinical Data Management (ACDM)
- Experience with FDA regulations and ICH-GCP guidelines
- Familiarity with statistical analysis or SAS programming
What roles of this type could offer
Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role:
- Opportunity to contribute directly to the advancement of clinical research and patient care
- Potential to develop expertise in healthcare data management and regulatory compliance
- Collaborative environment working alongside clinical, quality and regulatory teams
- Professional growth through exposure to multiple therapy areas and trial phases
- Flexible work arrangements and health benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement planning and professional development support
About Specialist Staffing Group
We are a leading specialized staffing and recruitment partner dedicated to connecting talented healthcare and life sciences professionals with meaningful opportunities. Our focus is on clinical research, data management and regulated healthcare environments where precision, compliance and patient safety are paramount. We partner with organizations across the clinical trial and pharmaceutical landscape to build teams that drive research forward.
How to register interest
If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career.
Salary : $110,000 - $170,000