Undergraduate Junior Data Manager

 Pfizer UK Undergraduate Programme 2025/2026

Junior Data Manager

Global Product Development/Global Biometrics & Data Management (GBDM)
Clinical Data Sciences (CDS)

Who can apply?

Applicants must be completing placement as part of a degree course at a UK University, either through Year in Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year.

Please note that we only accept application forms. Please do not send over your CV or cover letter as they will not be considered. Please access the Word version of the Application Form here: Undergraduate Vacancies | Pfizer UK and find instructions as to how to complete your application and more about eligibility criteria.  Learn more about this exciting opportunity below!!

Department Overview
 

Clinical Data Sciences is the function that manages the collection of clinical trial data and prepares it so it can be used for analysis to support a regulatory submission. It combines the disciplines of medical and scientific knowledge with IT skills including database design and system validation.

The CDS department is accountable for data management within Pfizer and ensures all clinical data is collected and managed to Good Clinical Practice and all associated regulations. CDS’s purpose is to deliver the right data,with integrity, on time, every time.

What can I achieve and what will I be accountable for whilst completing a placement at Pfizer?

As part of the Clinical Data Sciences group, an integral delivery unit within the Global Biometrics and Data Management (GBDM) organization, the Junior Data Manager is accountable for timely and high quality data review and query management of clinical data supporting the Pfizer portfolio.  The Junior Data Manager executes on key data management deliverables used to collect, review, monitor, and ensure the integrity of clinical data..

Pfizer also offers a diverse environment which allows employees numerous opportunities to grow and develop. This is a great chance to be part of the bigger picture, and to obtain a better comprehension of the pharma industry and the type of roles it has to offer.

Other tasks will include:

•            Participate in CDS activities including data review and query management, ensures quality database design including documentation, testing, validation, and implementation of clinical data collection tools, CRF and non-CRF, using an electronic data capture (EDC) system and/or other data collection systems. 

•            Assist with work carried out in accordance with applicable SOPs and working practices.

•            Assist with the required study-specific CDS documents in the Trial Master File (TMF) are of high quality and are filed contemporaneously to support downstream inspection and submission readiness activities.

•            Assist with operational excellence in partnership with Data Manager and CDS for application of standards, data acquisition, proactive data review and query management, data cleaning, e-data processing, data access and visualization, DM metrics reporting, database release, and submission related activities.

What other opportunities and benefits do Pfizer offer?

As well as learning the processes of data management within a regulatory environment, there will also be the option to develop personal skills while working within a global, cross-functional business environment. There will be the opportunity to build skills that have application within the pharmaceutical industry and beyond.

When can I start?

Placements will start on 1st September 2025 and will run for 12 months.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Type of person we are looking for, in relation to ‘Skills’, ‘Knowledge’ and ‘Motivation’:

• Completing placement as part of University Degree either through Year In Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year (Health Sciences experience or Technology degree preferred)
• Has fundamental knowledge of clinical development and pharmaceuticals as a regulated industry
• Has fundamental knowledge of healthcare regulatory authorities (e.g. FDA, Health Canada)
• Ability to learn clinical data management processes and principles in area of responsibility.
• Demonstrates required verbal and written communication skills including ability to speak remotely
• Minimum 0-2 years Data Management university experience required
• Capable to learn technical data systems
• Capable to learn how to use data visualization tools (e.g. Spotfire,  J-Review)
• Awareness of MedDRA/WHO-Drug preferred
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite of tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)

Just a reminder re who can apply….

Applicants must be completing placement as part of a degree course at a UK University, either through Year in Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year.

Please note that we only accept application forms. Please do not send over your CV or cover letter as they will not be considered.

This position will close for applications on 9th February 2025

Applicants must be completing placement as part of a degree course at a UK University, either through Year in Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year.

Please access the Word version of the Application Form here: Undergraduate Vacancies | Pfizer UK and find instructions as to how to complete your application and more about eligibility criteria.

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Work Location Assignment: On Premise

Purpose 

Breakthroughs that change patients’ lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.  

Digital Transformation Strategy

One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.

Flexibility  

We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Let’s start the conversation!  

Equal Employment Opportunity 

We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.

DisAbility Confident

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and we encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments necessary to support your application and future career. Our mission is unleashing the power of our people, especially those with unique superpowers. Your journey with Pfizer starts here!