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Sme-Clinical Data Management

Cognizant
Cognizant
4-6 years
Not Disclosed
10 June 27, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Hybrid Education: B.Sc./M.Sc/B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life Science Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

 

Job Summary

Cognizant is seeking a skilled SME – Clinical Data Management professional with 4–6 years of experience in clinical trials and data management processes. This role is ideal for professionals with hands-on exposure to Medidata RAVE or Veeva EDC, data cleaning, study startup, conduct, and closeout phases. You’ll play a pivotal role in managing clinical trial data, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and quality across global studies in diverse therapeutic areas.


Key Responsibilities

  • Execute core data management activities including data cleaning, discrepancy management, and database lock activities.

  • Support study startup, conduct, and closeout with hands-on experience in two or more phases.

  • Develop essential documentation such as Data Management Plans (DMPs), edit check specs, and data transfer specifications.

  • Reconcile third-party data (Labs, PK/PD, Imaging, eCOA/EPRO, SAE).

  • Perform post-production changes and ensure data consistency throughout trial duration.

  • Engage in study lock activities including freezing and final lock.

  • Maintain trackers, address client SLAs, and support audit-readiness documentation.

  • Participate in innovation and process improvement initiatives.

  • Support multiple clinical trials and provide technical oversight.

  • Interact with clients and mentor junior team members.


Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in life sciences, pharmacy, or related field.

  • 4–6 years of hands-on clinical data management experience.

  • Strong working knowledge of Medidata RAVE or Veeva EDC.

  • Experience with Spotfire reporting, and reconciliation of third-party data.

  • Proficiency in data cleaning, edit checks, query handling, and SAE reconciliation.

  • Study setup and lock experience is mandatory.

  • Prior client-facing experience is an advantage.

  • Strong documentation, communication, and organizational skills.


Perks & Benefits

  • Work with a globally recognized clinical research leader.

  • Exposure to diverse therapeutic areas and global study environments.

  • Training and career development in advanced CDM tools and practices.

  • Inclusive and collaborative team environment.

  • Global mobility and flexible project opportunities.


Company Description

Cognizant is a global leader in digital transformation and professional services, supporting healthcare and life sciences clients through end-to-end clinical, safety, and regulatory operations. With over 300,000 professionals worldwide, Cognizant fosters innovation and operational excellence in clinical research.


Work Mode: On-site (with global study coordination and potential rotational shifts)
Experience Required: 4–6 years in Clinical Data Management
Compensation: Not disclosed; subject to company policies and role requirements


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Take the next step in your clinical research career with Cognizant. Apply today to become a trusted SME in Clinical Data Management and support the advancement of global clinical trials.