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:
Lachaé Leo – lleo@metronomia.net
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
Support the setup, conduct, and closeout of clinical studies following ICH-GCP, SOPs, and regulatory requirements.
Assist with EDC database setup, including eCRF creation, edit checks, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
Perform data review and cleaning, validate eCRFs, manage queries, and resolve data discrepancies.
Reconcile external data sources such as labs, ECG, and ePRO systems.
Support SAE reconciliation and maintain accurate study metrics.
Quality Control & Documentation
Conduct quality control of CRF data and ensure accuracy in listings and reports.
Maintain study documentation and support TMF activities, including archiving of data management sections.
Ensure all data management processes are audit-ready and compliant.
User Support & Training
Provide user account management and training support for EDC studies.
Help develop training materials and guide site users.
Collaboration & Communication
Work closely with sites, CRAs, project managers, statisticians, safety teams, and eClinical PMs.
Participate in project meetings and contribute to study deliverables.
Support inspection/audit readiness and contribute to process improvements.
Requirements
Degree in Life Sciences, Health Sciences, Medical Documentation, Data/Information Management, or related field.
1–3 years experience in clinical data management or related clinical operations roles.
Solid knowledge of ICH-GCP and clinical data regulatory expectations.
Familiarity with EDC systems, query management, and data reconciliation.
Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel and Word.
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and ability to work in cross-functional teams.
Excellent written and verbal communication in English.
Flexible, eager to learn, and able to manage multiple priorities.