Remote Data Specialist Jobs
Remote data specialist jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms, distributed tech teams, and organizations in Technology & Software, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Consulting & Professional Services that manage large datasets without requiring on-site presence. Employers actively hiring remote data specialists right now include Akumin, Oscar Management Corporation, and Providence. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida
At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.
Summary
Responsible for the accurate collection, abstraction, analysis, and management of cancer data for research, quality improvement, accreditation, and regulatory compliance. This role ensures the integrity of oncology data submitted to state and national cancer registries and supports the cancer program's accreditation (e.g., American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer).
Responsibilities
- Identifies, analyzes and interprets the history, diagnosis, treatment, disease status and survival data of cancer patients treated in the organization.
- Prepares statistical reports on mortality rates, treatment effects, incidence rates of various diagnostic categories and demographic variables.
- Complies with all reporting requests and requirements, including but not limited to requests by the NCDB, quarterly reports to the State Cancer Registry and the annual ACoS report.
- Contributes information to the Cancer Committee for the purpose of developing criteria for patient care evaluation, collecting data for protocol studies, and conducting audits.
Competencies
ACCOUNTABILITY, ACCURACY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT (HIM) SYSTEMS, HUMAN ANATOMY, MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY (1), PROBLEM SOLVING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR
Education And Certification Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR CERT) - National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA)
Additional Job Information
Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Required Work Experience: One (1) year in an accredited cancer program or hospital-based cancer registry.
Other Information: Certification as a Certified Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-C) or Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR). Proficiency with oncology data management software, METRIQ preferred.
Working Conditions And Physical Requirements
- Bending and Stooping = 0%
- Climbing = 0%
- Keyboard Entry = 80%
- Kneeling = 0%
- Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 0%
- Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
- Lifting or Carrying 25 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
- Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
- Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
- Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
- Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
- Reaching = 80%
- Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
- Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80%
- Running = 0%
- Sitting = 80%
- Squatting = 0%
- Standing = 80%
- Walking = 80%
- Audible Speech = 80%
- Hearing Acuity = 80%
- Smelling Acuity = 0%
- Taste Discrimination = 0%
- Depth Perception = 80%
- Distinguish Color = 80%
- Seeing - Far = 80%
- Seeing - Near = 80%
- Bio hazardous Waste = 0%
- Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 0%
- Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 0%
- Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 0%
- Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 0%
- Asbestos = 0%
- Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0%
- Dust = 40%
- Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 0%
- Hazardous Chemicals = 0%
- Hazardous Medication = 0%
- Latex = 0%
- Computer Monitor = 80%
- Domestic Animals = 0%
- Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
- Fire Risk = 0%
- Hazardous Noise = 0%
- Heating Devices = 0%
- Hypoxia = 0%
- Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
- Magnetic Fields = 0%
- Moving Mechanical Parts = 0%
- Needles/Sharp Objects = 0%
- Potential Electric Shock = 0%
- Potential for Physical Assault = 0%
- Radiation = 0%
- Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
- Unprotected Heights = 0%
- Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 0%
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Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. Wages shown on independent job boards reflect market averages, not specific to any employer. We encourage candidates to talk to their Memorial Healthcare System recruiter to discuss actual pay rates, during the hiring process.
Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law. We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program. Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing. If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954-276-8340 (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email TalentAcquisitionCenter@mhs.net.
Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida
At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.
Summary
Responsible for the accurate collection, abstraction, analysis, and management of cancer data for research, quality improvement, accreditation, and regulatory compliance. This role ensures the integrity of oncology data submitted to state and national cancer registries and supports the cancer program's accreditation (e.g., American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer).
Responsibilities
- Identifies, analyzes and interprets the history, diagnosis, treatment, disease status and survival data of cancer patients treated in the organization.
- Prepares statistical reports on mortality rates, treatment effects, incidence rates of various diagnostic categories and demographic variables.
- Complies with all reporting requests and requirements, including but not limited to requests by the NCDB, quarterly reports to the State Cancer Registry and the annual ACoS report.
- Contributes information to the Cancer Committee for the purpose of developing criteria for patient care evaluation, collecting data for protocol studies, and conducting audits.
Competencies
ACCOUNTABILITY, ACCURACY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT (HIM) SYSTEMS, HUMAN ANATOMY, MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY (1), PROBLEM SOLVING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR
Education And Certification Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR CERT) - National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA)
Additional Job Information
Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Required Work Experience: One (1) year in an accredited cancer program or hospital-based cancer registry.
Other Information: Certification as a Certified Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-C) or Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR). Proficiency with oncology data management software, METRIQ preferred.
Working Conditions And Physical Requirements
- Bending and Stooping = 0%
- Climbing = 0%
- Keyboard Entry = 80%
- Kneeling = 0%
- Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 0%
- Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
- Lifting or Carrying 25 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
- Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
- Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
- Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
- Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
- Reaching = 80%
- Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
- Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80%
- Running = 0%
- Sitting = 80%
- Squatting = 0%
- Standing = 80%
- Walking = 80%
- Audible Speech = 80%
- Hearing Acuity = 80%
- Smelling Acuity = 0%
- Taste Discrimination = 0%
- Depth Perception = 80%
- Distinguish Color = 80%
- Seeing - Far = 80%
- Seeing - Near = 80%
- Bio hazardous Waste = 0%
- Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 0%
- Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 0%
- Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 0%
- Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 0%
- Asbestos = 0%
- Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0%
- Dust = 40%
- Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 0%
- Hazardous Chemicals = 0%
- Hazardous Medication = 0%
- Latex = 0%
- Computer Monitor = 80%
- Domestic Animals = 0%
- Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
- Fire Risk = 0%
- Hazardous Noise = 0%
- Heating Devices = 0%
- Hypoxia = 0%
- Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
- Magnetic Fields = 0%
- Moving Mechanical Parts = 0%
- Needles/Sharp Objects = 0%
- Potential Electric Shock = 0%
- Potential for Physical Assault = 0%
- Radiation = 0%
- Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
- Unprotected Heights = 0%
- Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 0%
Shift
Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. Wages shown on independent job boards reflect market averages, not specific to any employer. We encourage candidates to talk to their Memorial Healthcare System recruiter to discuss actual pay rates, during the hiring process.
Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law. We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program. Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing. If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954-276-8340 (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email TalentAcquisitionCenter@mhs.net.
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Who's Hiring
- Akumin12
- Oscar Management Corporation8
- Providence6
- HealthVerity6
- PrizePicks5
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software55
- Healthcare & Medical Services43
- Consulting & Professional Services19
- Insurance18
- Education9
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote data specialist jobs.
- Proficiency in SQL for querying, cleaning, and transforming large datasets
- Experience with data management or ETL tools such as Informatica, Talend, or SSIS
- Bachelor's degree in information systems, statistics, computer science, or a related field
- Familiarity with data visualization platforms such as Power BI, Tableau, or Looker
- Knowledge of data governance standards, data quality frameworks, or regulatory compliance requirements
- Experience working with CRM, ERP, or industry-specific platforms such as Salesforce or Veeva
Tips for Your Remote Data Specialist Job Search
Build a portfolio that proves remote readiness
Document two or three data projects end-to-end, showing your process from raw data to clean output. Remote employers want evidence you can work independently and deliver results without hand-holding, so make your reasoning visible in how you document each project.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote data specialist openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your skills and apply directly without sorting through non-remote listings mixed in elsewhere.
Sharpen your async written communication skills
Remote data teams communicate findings, flag issues, and align on priorities through written channels rather than meetings. Practice writing concise data summaries and clear status updates, because remote hiring managers often treat your application writing as a preview of your on-the-job communication.
Highlight remote-native tools in your applications
Proficiency with collaborative tools like Tableau, dbt, Google BigQuery, or shared dashboarding environments signals you can plug into a distributed data team without a ramp-up period. Name the specific tools you've used and what you did with them.
Prepare for remote-specific interview questions
Remote employers consistently ask how you handle unclear requirements, prioritize tasks without supervision, and communicate blockers. Prepare concrete examples from past work that show self-direction and reliable follow-through, because those qualities carry more weight in remote data roles than in on-site ones.
Remote Data Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote data specialist job?
Target companies with distributed data teams, since they already have the workflows and tooling for remote specialists. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, clear async written communication, and hands-on proficiency with tools like SQL, Python, Excel, and data visualization platforms. A portfolio showing real data cleaning, analysis, or reporting work gives you a concrete edge over candidates who list skills without proof.
Which companies hire remote data specialists?
Employers currently hiring remote data specialists include Akumin, Oscar Management Corporation, and Providence, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Remote-first technology companies, healthcare platforms, and financial services firms with distributed operations tend to hire data specialists remotely most consistently.
Can you get a remote data specialist job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one without in-person guidance. You can improve your chances by completing public datasets projects, contributing to open data work, or taking on freelance data tasks to show real output. Remote-first startups and smaller SaaS companies are more open to candidates who demonstrate initiative over credentials.
Do you need a degree for remote data specialist jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers weigh demonstrated skills, completed projects, and verifiable results more heavily than a formal degree, especially at smaller companies and remote-first teams. Certifications in data tools, a strong portfolio of data work, and clear evidence of accuracy and independent problem-solving can substitute for or strengthen a degree when applying remotely.
Which industries hire the most remote data specialists?
Most remote data specialist openings sit in Technology & Software, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Consulting & Professional Services, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These sectors rely on distributed teams that generate and process data continuously, making remote data specialists a practical fit for their day-to-day operations.
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