Administrative Assistant Data Entry Specialist – Meridian Clinical Research

Job details

Job Type
Part-time

Full Job Description

For over 20 years, Meridian has partnered with pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to research new drugs, medical devices, and diagnostics to help improve lives. The level of service, quality, and integrity we provide makes Meridian unique, but our reputation is great because of our people. Clinical research is tremendously challenging, yet it is incredibly rewarding. We value our employees for being all in, owning it, their teamwork, and sharing it. If you’re searching for a career with purpose, integrity, and opportunity, then we want to hear from you!

The data entry specialist will work with computerized patient records and clinical trial data to ensure it is precisely sorted and recorded. This position is responsible for performing all data entry functions as related to the organization’s clinical research trials.

Responsibilities

EDC Completion

• Review and process research charts for accuracy and completeness.
• Electronic data capture completion (EDC).
• Quality control of EDC

Source Data Verification

• Gather data from multiple source documents and enter into electronic database system.
• Address data queries and make data-related corrections as needed.
• May have access to sensitive patient information, maintaining the integrity of the records is a very important responsibility.

Query Resolution

• If a record requires more investigation, associate will retrieve the information from the research team to assess for completeness, accuracy and errors.

Administrative Support

• In the case of system malfunctions, associates may participate in troubleshooting measures.
• Work with other team members to meet the appropriate timelines for data entry and cleaning timelines.
• Required to become familiar with current International Conference of Harmonization Good Clinical Practice (ICH GCP) best practices and guidelines.

Requirements

• Must be able to multitask in challenging and busy circumstances. Must be flexible with a positive attitude and strong work ethic. This position requires an individual who works quickly and goes beyond the call of duty. Other requirements of the job role include:
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office and Adobe.
• Data management experience preferred.
• Ability to use various databases.
• Critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment while having strong attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret department documents when required.
• Regular and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Embrace Meridian’s core values: “All In, Own It, Teamwork, Share It”

Travel Requirements

• Occasional travel may be required in this position (less than 2 weeks per year).

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with whole hand or arm as in handling.
• Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; those activities where detailed or important spoken instructions must be conveyed to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction, and having the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and making fine discriminations in sound.
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.

Meridian not only strives to move science forward and improve the lives of others, but we focus on improving the lives of our people by offering a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees. Meridian’s benefits package includes eligibility for medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401k with company match, seven paid holidays, paid time off, student loan reimbursement program, complimentary life insurance, disability insurance and so much more!