Clinical Data Associate x1
Job Details
- Position Title: Clinical Data Associate
- Location: South Africa (SA based)
- Company: Metronomia Clinical Research (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd
- Office Address: Nobel House, 196 Nelson Mandela Dr, Brandwag, Bloemfontein, 9301
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Work Model: Flexible working model
- Industry: Clinical Research / CRO
- Reporting Line: Clinical Data Manager / eClinical Project Manager (typical)
- Closing Date: Not specified (apply via the APPLY NOW button)
- Salary: Attractive remuneration (package discussed during recruitment)
- Contact:
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Lachaé Leo – lleo@metronomia.net
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Christoph Hortian – chortian@metronomia.net
Job Overview
As a Clinical Data Associate, you will support the successful execution of clinical trials by ensuring high-quality data capture, management, and validation in compliance with ICH-GCP and regulatory standards. You will work closely with clinical operations, data management, and cross-functional teams to manage electronic data capture (EDC) systems, resolve data queries, reconcile external data sources, and support study documentation and reporting. This role is ideal for detail-oriented professionals with strong analytical skills and a passion for clinical research.
Key Responsibilities
Study Support & Data Management
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Support the setup, conduct, and closeout of clinical studies following ICH-GCP, SOPs, and regulatory requirements.
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Assist with EDC database setup, including eCRF creation, edit checks, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
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Perform data review and cleaning, validate eCRFs, manage queries, and resolve data discrepancies.
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Reconcile external data sources such as labs, ECG, and ePRO systems.
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Support SAE reconciliation and maintain accurate study metrics.
Quality Control & Documentation
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Conduct quality control of CRF data and ensure accuracy in listings and reports.
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Maintain study documentation and support TMF activities, including archiving of data management sections.
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Ensure all data management processes are audit-ready and compliant.
User Support & Training
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Provide user account management and training support for EDC studies.
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Help develop training materials and guide site users.
Collaboration & Communication
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Work closely with sites, CRAs, project managers, statisticians, safety teams, and eClinical PMs.
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Participate in project meetings and contribute to study deliverables.
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Support inspection/audit readiness and contribute to process improvements.
Requirements
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Degree in Life Sciences, Health Sciences, Medical Documentation, Data/Information Management, or related field.
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1–3 years experience in clinical data management or related clinical operations roles.
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Solid knowledge of ICH-GCP and clinical data regulatory expectations.
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Familiarity with EDC systems, query management, and data reconciliation.
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Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel and Word.
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Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and ability to work in cross-functional teams.
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Excellent written and verbal communication in English.
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Flexible, eager to learn, and able to manage multiple priorities.