Database Programming Lead

The Clinical Data Enablement (CDE) Database Build Lead will perform the creation and maintenance of clinical databases for Phase I-IV clinical trials executed by Astellas. An example of a clinical database would include an electronic data collection system (EDC) but could also include other data collection or review systems as appropriate., * Performs initial clinical database builds and associated updates per agreed upon requirements and established timelines

• Contributes to related technical and/or process improvement initiatives associated with database builds and related efforts
• Collaborates with any vendors providing programming support for clinical database development, as appropriate
• Collaborates cross functionally to address any issues with the delivery or quality of supported clinical databases

Database Programming, Clinical Data, Electronic Data Capture (EDC), Clinical Data Collection, Data Collection, CDE (Common Desktop Environment), Database Administration, Phase I Clinical Trials, Phase IV Clinical Trials, Process Improvement, * BS or MS degree, preferably in Computer Science, Informatics/Data Science, or life science discipline

• Prior pharma or CRO industry experience working on global clinical studies and projects or global process and system initiatives
• Prior experience in clinical database programming or related role
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with others to achieve an objective
• Familiarity with all phases of clinical development

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical competency with programming languages (i.e. R, Python, SAS, SQL, etc…) used to support clinical trial data flows, reporting, analysis and/or data sharing
• Demonstrated ability and experience contributing to global process or system improvement projects
• Knowledge of data standards in industry (CDISC, CDASH)