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# Data Validation Officer

- **Company:** MCS Group
- **Location:** Belfast, UK
- **Salary:** £33,542.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Databases, Data Validation, Database Applications, Data Processing, Data Management
- **Published:** September 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.co.uk/job/gbaf8bc7bb9f91caf349ea3aa952ed2db5/eaa

## About the Role

* Degree in Geography, Science, Environmental Science or a related discipline, alongside experience using database applications.
 * Proficiency in the use of MS Excel.
 * Proficiency in the application of R.
 * Experience working with databases, data validation, data management or data processing.

Alternatively:

 * Candidates without a relevant degree may be considered where they can demonstrate specific and directly relevant experience of database applications within a similar field.

## Description

Ready for your next interim opportunity and want to work with one of Northern Ireland's leading cultural organisations? National Museums NI are seeking a Data Validation Officer to join their specialist environmental data team, supporting the validation and management of important biodiversity records across Northern Ireland.
The Role:

 * Validate and verify biodiversity datasets, ensuring environmental records are accurate and ready for import into the Recorder 6 database.
 * Work through a backlog of environmental records, accurately preparing and inputting data into Recorder 6 and other relevant systems.
 * Support the ongoing management, maintenance and development of CEDaR's environmental databases and data management processes.
 * Assist with the development of validation and verification procedures, promoting consistent data collection standards and best practice.
 * Liaise with species group experts and relevant organisations to support the verification of environmental records and develop effective professional networks.
 * Produce ad-hoc reports and statistics relating to validated and verified environmental records.
 * Support the preparation of data for the future migration from Recorder 6 to a new system, helping ensure data is accurate, consistent and ready for transition.


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