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Design, build, test, maintain and archive clinical study databases across the study lifecycle, with a focus on deploying and extending Medidata Rave EDC. Role requires custom C# functions, annotated eCRFs, automated edit checks, data listings and tracking reports. Works with internal project teams and sponsors on database delivery and technical support.
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Alimentiv is a global CRO with a singular focus: advancing therapies for patients with gastrointestinal diseases. GI is our WHY and for more than 30 years that purpose has driven our scientific rigour, operational excellence, and deep therapeutic expertise, including supporting more than 70% of IBD compounds in development.
We operate as a private, profit-with-purpose company, channeling our commercial success back into scientific research, technology, and our people. With approximately 700 people across multiple countries and three service lines, we are growing deliberately, and the capability of our leaders and our organization is central to how we get there.
If you want to do meaningful work, build something real, and invest back in research that changes lives — we want to meet you!
Job Overview
The Database Programmer is responsible for the design, development, testing, maintenance, and archiving of clinical study databases throughout the study lifecycle. This role will play a key part in supporting the deployment, adoption, and ongoing development of Medidata Rave EDC as Alimentiv expands its Electronic Data Capture (EDC) capabilities.
The successful candidate will bring hands-on experience with Medidata Rave EDC and C# programming to develop custom functions, support database configurations, and contribute to clinical database programming activities independently. Working closely with internal project teams and sponsors, this position will help ensure successful database delivery, technical support, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, build, test, and maintain clinical study databases throughout the study lifecycle.
- Support the deployment, implementation, and ongoing adoption of Medidata Rave EDC across clinical studies.
- Develop, program, and test custom functions using C# to support Medidata Rave EDC functionality.
- Create annotated electronic Case Report Forms (eCRFs) and program automated edit checks to support data validation.
- Develop and test files required for electronic data uploads, data transfers, and integrations.
- Program and generate clinical data listings and project tracking reports to support ongoing studies.
- Manage database access, process change request (CR) publishing requests, and archive electronic data and documentation upon study completion.
- Troubleshoot and resolve database programming issues, providing technical expertise and support to internal teams and sponsors.
- Communicate database setup progress, project milestones, and technical issues to internal and external stakeholders.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of database programming processes and departmental procedures.
Skills & Qualifications
- A post-secondary certificate or diploma from a college, training institute, or equivalent institution. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- A minimum of 1–3 years of related database programming experience, with 4–6 years preferred.
- Hands-on experience with Medidata Rave EDC, including clinical database development, configuration, and maintenance.
- Proficiency in C# programming, with the ability to independently develop, test, and troubleshoot custom functions within Medidata Rave EDC.
- Experience developing and maintaining electronic Case Report Forms (eCRFs) and automated edit checks.
- Knowledge of clinical database programming processes, including data transfers, electronic data uploads, and reporting.
- Experience generating clinical data listings and project tracking reports.
- Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to independently address database programming challenges.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work with internal project teams, sponsors, and external stakeholders.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities and meet project milestones.
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Compensation: CAD 75,000 – 125,000 per year salary