Clinical Data Specialist Jobs
Clinical Data Specialist jobs are open across pharmaceutical, biotech, clinical research, and healthcare organizations, from entry-level to senior and principal roles, with specializations in clinical trials data management, regulatory submissions, and electronic data capture. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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The Johns Hopkins Health System Corporation (JHHS) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing the highest quality patient health care in the treatment and prevention of human illness. Read more here!
Our patients come from all over the world — and so do our staff members. They come to be part of a professional and diverse health care team; to work beside the unequaled talent of Johns Hopkins physicians, nurses and providers; and to enjoy extensive benefits and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Make it happen at Hopkins.
What awaits you:
- Remote role with great, flexible schedule: Morning shift (4-5 hours per day).
- Room for growth
- Outstanding team in a diverse work environment
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Savings Plan w/employer contribution
- Generous Paid Time off & Paid holidays
- Employee and Dependent Tuition assistance benefits
- Health and wellness programs and MORE!
As the Clinical Data Specialist for the Cancer Registry, you will:
- Abstract clinically relevant data from electronic medical records and report to registry or hospital databases
- Review selection criteria, evaluation parameters, and analyze diagnostic information to determine inclusion and exclusion of clinical data entry into database
- Compile all required information, including but not limited to outcome and process measures, annual follow-up and ongoing vital status
- Respond to all requests for information based on a thorough understanding of the registry products
- Be responsible for clinical interpretation of data definitions in accordance with registry reporting standards
- Assist with internal and external audits, report generation, and communication pathways
- Assist with regular communication of results and initiatives via scorecards, dashboards, newsletters, memos, emails, etc.
- Perform other duties as assigned
What you'll bring:
- 6+ months of experience working in a related healthcare setting or data entry experience
- Associate’s degree from an accredited School OR 2 years of related work experience
- Certification in Cancer Registry (CTR or ODS) OR 2 years of related medical experience
Salary Range: Minimum 24.32/hour - Maximum 40.16/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.
The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.
We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
The Johns Hopkins Health System Corporation (JHHS) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing the highest quality patient health care in the treatment and prevention of human illness. Read more here!
Our patients come from all over the world — and so do our staff members. They come to be part of a professional and diverse health care team; to work beside the unequaled talent of Johns Hopkins physicians, nurses and providers; and to enjoy extensive benefits and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Make it happen at Hopkins.
What awaits you:
- Remote role with great, flexible schedule: Morning shift (4-5 hours per day).
- Room for growth
- Outstanding team in a diverse work environment
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Savings Plan w/employer contribution
- Generous Paid Time off & Paid holidays
- Employee and Dependent Tuition assistance benefits
- Health and wellness programs and MORE!
As the Clinical Data Specialist for the Cancer Registry, you will:
- Abstract clinically relevant data from electronic medical records and report to registry or hospital databases
- Review selection criteria, evaluation parameters, and analyze diagnostic information to determine inclusion and exclusion of clinical data entry into database
- Compile all required information, including but not limited to outcome and process measures, annual follow-up and ongoing vital status
- Respond to all requests for information based on a thorough understanding of the registry products
- Be responsible for clinical interpretation of data definitions in accordance with registry reporting standards
- Assist with internal and external audits, report generation, and communication pathways
- Assist with regular communication of results and initiatives via scorecards, dashboards, newsletters, memos, emails, etc.
- Perform other duties as assigned
What you'll bring:
- 6+ months of experience working in a related healthcare setting or data entry experience
- Associate’s degree from an accredited School OR 2 years of related work experience
- Certification in Cancer Registry (CTR or ODS) OR 2 years of related medical experience
Salary Range: Minimum 24.32/hour - Maximum 40.16/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.
The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.
We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical data specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, health informatics, or a related field
- Hands-on experience with EDC systems such as Medidata Rave or Oracle InForm
- Working knowledge of CDISC standards including CDASH and SDTM
- Proficiency in data validation, query management, and database lock procedures
- Familiarity with FDA regulations and ICH E6 Good Clinical Practice guidelines
- Experience supporting Phase I through Phase III clinical trials
Tips for Your Clinical Data Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to EDC systems
List every electronic data capture platform you've used, such as Medidata Rave, Oracle InForm, or Veeva Vault EDC, by name. Hiring managers screen for specific system experience before they read anything else on a clinical data specialist resume.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists clinical data specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by therapeutic area
Oncology, rare disease, and cardiovascular trials each have distinct data complexity and regulatory expectations. Search for openings that name your therapeutic area so your domain experience reads as directly relevant from the first line of your application.
Quantify your data cleaning contributions
Replace vague statements like 'managed clinical data' with specifics: number of studies supported, query resolution rates, or database lock timelines you contributed to. Concrete metrics give reviewers a way to compare you against other candidates.
Prepare to demo your CDISC knowledge
Many clinical data specialist interviews include a technical screen on CDASH and SDTM standards. Review mapping conventions and be ready to explain how you've applied them to real datasets, not just describe the standards in abstract terms.
Follow up with a protocol-specific question
After a final-round interview, send a brief follow-up that references one data challenge specific to the indication or phase the team mentioned. It signals genuine engagement with the work, not just the job title.
Clinical Data Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most clinical data specialists?
The companies hiring the most clinical data specialists right now include Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Iterative Health, and University of Miami, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations, and large health systems consistently account for the majority of postings.
How many clinical data specialist jobs are remote?
About 60% of clinical data specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, making it one of the more location-flexible roles in clinical operations. Data management, query resolution, and electronic data capture work tends to be the most remote-eligible, while roles tied to on-site trial coordination or lab data oversight typically require a local presence.
How do you become a clinical data specialist?
Start with a bachelor's degree in a life science, health informatics, or statistics field. Build hands-on exposure through entry-level clinical research assistant or data coordinator positions, where you'll learn EDC platforms and query workflows in practice. Earning a CCDM certification from the Society for Clinical Data Management strengthens your candidacy. From there, progression into specialist roles follows demonstrated trial experience.
Can you get a clinical data specialist job with little experience?
Yes, especially if you can demonstrate relevant technical skills. Employers often consider candidates who have completed clinical research coordinator roles, academic research projects involving data collection, or formal training programs that include EDC system practice. Highlighting any exposure to CDISC standards, GCP training, or regulatory submission workflows helps close the experience gap in your application materials.
What does the clinical data specialist interview process look like?
Most processes include an initial recruiter screen focused on your trial experience and EDC background, followed by a technical interview where you may be asked to walk through data validation scenarios, CDISC mapping logic, or discrepancy resolution workflows. A hiring manager conversation covers therapeutic area fit and cross-functional collaboration. Some employers add a short written or practical data exercise before the final round.
Where can I find and apply to clinical data specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to clinical data specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, therapeutic area focus, and preferred location or remote arrangement, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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