Intern - Clinical Database Programmer

The Intern Clinical Database Programmer works with close supervision to support various programming activities related to clinical systems, and/or the application of computer and communication technologies. General areas of responsibility include edit check programming and edit check validation. All tasks should be performed in accordance to corporate quality standards, SOPs/Work Instructions/Guidelines, ICH-GCP and/or other international regulatory requirements.

Key Accountabilities:

Accountability Supporting Activities

Set-Up, Maintain, Electronic Data Capture Systems

• Implement and maintain edit checks for database builds in CDMS and EDC, following and understanding internal and external regulatory requirements.

• Accountable for first time quality on all deliverables

Documentation • Maintain all supporting documentation for studies in accordance with SOPs/Guidelines/Work Instructions to ensure traceability and regulatory compliance. This includes the documentation of any deviations and dissemination of these to the rest of the project teams.

• Maintain technical documentation that is applicable to the Clinical Database.

Skills:

• Ability to collaborate with global teams.

• Good interpersonal, oral and written communication skills using concise phrasing tailored for the audience with a diplomatic approach.

• Demonstrate ability to learn new systems and function in an evolving technical environment.

• A flexible attitude with respect to work assignments and new learning; ability to adjust rapidly to changing environments

• Customer focus to interact professionally and respectfully within Parexel and all external colleagues to build rapport and trust

• Commitment to first time quality, including a methodical and accurate approach to work activities

• Ownership and accountability relative to Key Accountabilities in Job Description

• Written and oral fluency in English

Knowledge and Experience:

• Experience in at least one programming environment (e.g. C, SQL, VB, Java).

QualificationsEducation:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant science discipline.