Senior Clinical Database Programmer

Worldwide Clinical Trials

. Coordinate and perform processes associated with configuration, maintenance, and validation of databases, database systems, and associated applications .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeKochi • IndiaSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in Data Management Systems and Software, with a strong focus on SAS Programming and CDISC SDTM standards. Capable of coordinating database configuration, maintenance, and validation while ensuring compliance with quality assurance and audit requirements.

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SAS Programming LanguageData Management SystemsCDISC SDTM StandardsDatabase ConfigurationQuality Assurance

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Hard Skills

Database MaintenanceData ValidationData ReconciliationData ListingsData TransfersEdit Check SpecificationsSAS Program DevelopmentDatabase TestingError ReportingSpecification Review

Soft Skills

Good Communication SkillsAttention to DetailProblem SolvingTeam Working SkillsCustomer Focus

Tools & Technologies

EDC SoftwareClinical Data Management SoftwareDatabase Upload Programs

Industry Keywords

Clinical Data ManagementQuality AssuranceAudit RequirementsData Entry SoftwareIT SOPs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate and perform processes associated with configuration, maintenance, and validation of databases, database systems, and associated applications
Liaise with relevant staff to allocate tasks, establish timelines, report progress, and identify outstanding issues
Assist in training and mentoring Clinical Database Programmers in database configuration and SAS program development, testing, and execution
Assist in training and mentoring Data Management staff in database and SAS program specification
Review specifications for project-specific data entry software, including edit check specifications
Review validation plans for edit check and reconciliation check specifications
Develop, test, and run SAS programs for clinical data management, including data validation, reconciliation checks, data listings, and data transfers
Configure internal and third-party database/eDC software for Data Management, sponsors, and sites
Test databases and related applications according to IT and Data Management SOPs
Run database upload programs and process error reports
Liaise with third-party vendors to resolve software issues and implement changes
Liaise with sponsors or their designates regarding electronic data transfers
Support Data Management in producing and maintaining system procedures and documentation
Assist with Quality Assurance and audit requirements
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Educated to degree level or relevant experience
At least 5 years experience of Data Management Systems and Software
Understanding of CDISC SDTM standards
Experience of SAS programming language
Good written and verbal communication skills
Methodical and logical approach to problem solving
Ability to learn new tasks quickly
Close attention to detail
Ability to question the validity of data being entered/extracted
Hardworking and efficient
Good team working skills
Customer focus, delivering on commitments, building strong relationships, communicating and influencing, and embracing innovation and change
Computer literate and numerate
Willingness to adapt to various computer systems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal employment opportunity
Diverse and inclusive work environment
Supportive and collaborative teams
Training and mentoring opportunities
Professional development through exposure to innovative clinical data management work