(CW) Project Coordinator Data Science

Location:  San Rafael, California Category: Data Science Employment Category: Fulltime-Temporary

Description

Who We Are

BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health.

Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities.

Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best – people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options.

About Worldwide Research and Development

From research and discovery to post-market clinical development, our WWRD engine involves all bench and clinical research and the associated groups that support those endeavors. Our teams work on developing first-in-class and best-in-class therapeutics that provide meaningful advances to patients who live with genetic diseases.

 

 This is a CONTRACT ROLE  FOR MIN 4 MONTHS
BioMarin Data Science is responsible for designing, capturing, analyzing, and presenting data that can drive key decisions for Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, and other business areas of BioMarin. With a quality-by-design culture, Data Science builds quality data that is fit-for-purpose to support statistically sound investigation of critical scientific questions. The Data Science team develops solid analytics that are visually relevant and impactful in supporting key data-driven decisions across BioMarin.
The Data Management Science (DMS) group contributes to Data Science by providing complete, correct, and consistent analyzable data at data, data structure and documentation levels following international standards and GCP. The DMS Operations sub-function is responsible for the efficient and effective delivery of complete, correct, and consistently fit-for-purpose datasets for statistical analysis across all clinical development and post-approval programs. The team brings a focus on process improvement through innovation and the application of best practices to the oversight and execution of all program-related data management activities such as protocol review, Case Report Form (eCRF) development, Data Management, development, Data Validation Plan development, requirement specifications, reconciliations, and data quality validation activities



Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.
The GDS Project Coordinator role focuses on ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of the clinical trial data and related documentation. This position combines knowledge of clinical research with strong data management, organization and documentation skills. The Project Coordinator is responsible for managing various types of documentation associated with clinical trials within the data science and data management science domains. 

The Project Coordinator may lead Study timelines discussions and be responsible for organizing meetings, generating meeting agendas and meeting minutes, and provide administrative support within the Global Data Science and Data Management Science groups. The Project Coordinator may also act as Executive Travel Coordinator, Process Improvement Initiative contributor, as needed.
GDS Project Coordinator may perform a range of the following responsibilities, depending upon the studies’ complexity and studies’ development stage:   
  • Clinical documentation review: Conduct thorough reviews of clinical trial documentation, including protocols, consent forms, case report forms, and study reports, to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency with regulatory guidelines and internal standards.
 
  • Data quality assurance: Collaborate with DMS Program Leads, DMS Study Leads and other team members to identify and resolve data discrepancies and ensure the overall quality and integrity of the clinical data.
 
  • Regulatory compliance: Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements (e.g., GCP, FDA guidelines) and ensure all documentation adheres to these standards.
 
  • Documentation management: Organize, maintain, and archive electronic and physical documentation in compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
 
  • Expense Reports + Travel Planning/Scheduling: Organize, complete, follow up on expense reports and Executive travel planning and scheduling.
 
Study Timelines: Generation and maintenance of GDS Study timelines with GDS and cross functional teams in MS Project Plan. 
 
  • High school diploma required.  Preferred BA/BS degree with a focus in data science, statistics, computer science, life science, or related scientific discipline
  • MS Project, MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) experience preferred
  • Concise, strong communication, verbal and written skills
  • Excellent organizational skills

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.