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Research Data Specialist I

The Research Data Specialist I will coordinate data management activities for clinical studies, including reporting, workflow integration, and troubleshooting database issues. They will also liaise with developers and end users to support study-specific technology and ensure data integrity throughout the study lifecycle.

  • On-site
  • Hamilton, ON
  • Posted Aug 11, 2026
  • Apply by Aug 18, 2026
  • 1 position

Job summary

The Research Data Specialist I will assist with the overall coordination in all aspects of data management in a clinical study at PHRI. They will work under the direction of a Research Project Manager I-III and (Associate) Program Manager, Research Operations, in conjunction with the study Principal Investigator to oversee the conduct of the study from conceptualization to completion. Responsibilities include: oversee the management and reporting of data;. Support integration of workflows between data management and other study processes (e.g. IP management & site management); Troubleshoot issues related to data management systems and problem solve to determine a solution; Respond to data-related questions from internal and external partners; Request and review reports to maintain data integrity of the study; Requesting, and testing/validation of reports; Communicate with participating clinical centres regarding data issues and query resolution;. Maintain study support tools, reports, and trackers; Maintain and manage access to the study database and systems for all study personnel;. Assist and liaise with developers and end users to support development of study-specific technology; Perform activities related to safety reporting, event adjudication, medical coding, major protocol deviations, and data transfers; and Perform activities related to major protocol deviations and data transfers. 1. Community College diploma in Business, Computer Science, or a Health-related field. 2. Experience with database management, programming, development, and use of databases is considered an asset. 3. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. 4. Ability to problem-solve, work independently, adapt to constant change, take initiative, self- motivate, be flexible, and multi-task. 5. Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. 6. Familiarity with electronic data capture software and data authoring software such as Framemaker, iDataFax, TrialMaster, RedCAP.

What you’ll do

The Research Data Specialist I will coordinate data management activities for clinical studies, including reporting, workflow integration, and troubleshooting database issues. They will also liaise with developers and end users to support study-specific technology and ensure data integrity throughout the study lifecycle.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Community College diploma in Business, Computer Science, or a Health-related field. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with electronic data capture software are required, with database management experience considered an asset.

Listed skills

  • Problem solvingPreferred
  • CommunicationPreferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Data management
  • Database management
  • Programming
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Problem-solving
  • Communication
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Electronic data capture
  • Data authoring
  • Framemaker
  • iDataFax
  • TrialMaster
  • RedCAP
  • Data integrity
  • Safety reporting
  • Medical coding
  • Database Management
  • Medical Coding
  • Workflow Management
  • Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap)
  • Research
  • Adjudication
  • Adobe FrameMaker
  • Management
  • Clinical Trials
  • Computer Science
  • Data Integrity
  • Data Management
  • Electronic Data Capture (EDC)
  • Interpersonal Communications
  • Problem Solving
  • Microsoft Office
  • Multitasking
  • Operations
  • Proactivity
  • Program Management
  • Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
  • Coordinating
  • Authoring Software

Job areas

  • Science & Research
  • Data & Analytics
  • Healthcare
  • Administrative
  • Technology
  • Research Data Specialist
  • Data Specialist
  • Database Designers and Administrators
  • Data Warehousing Specialists
  • Database Architects

Additional details

Minimum education
College diploma
Minimum experience
0+ years
Apply by
Aug 18, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week