Database Analyst (Data Cataloging & Research) - Fixed term contract
ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.
iCON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation. From molecule to medicine, we advance clinical research providing outsourced services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and government and public health organisations.
With our patients at the centre of all that we do, we help to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life.
Our people are our greatest strength, are at the core of our culture, and the driving force behind our success. ICON people have a mission to succeed and a passion that ensures what we do, we do well.
Database Analyst
Work Type: Fixed-Term Contract.
Duration: 1 year.
Location: Chennai
Job Summary:
This position is accountable for maintaining the Pubshub Journals & Congresses Database (SaaS – software as a service). Assisting the medical librarian in continual database updates and pub planning research. Accountable for both qualitative and quantitative daily updates; ensuring clients have access to the most current data available in order to make informed decisions. In addition, work closely with the leadership team conducting demo’s and assisting with client pitches. Lastly, respond to Client Support requests as needed.
The role:
Maintains current and accurate knowledge of data storage and management best practices.
Ensures that databases are designed to meet specifications and requirements of client compliance programs
Develops and maintains documentation and standards.
Works with the development team to identify and resolves production and/or applications development problems related to the use of the database management system software or utilities.
Gathers, organizes, and interprets data from the database to provide reports to, and answer questions from, upper management and/or subscribers
Research and Cataloging data for end user
Working with Publishers and Organizers in the medical and scientific industry
Maintain informational accuracy of thousands of indexed records with rapid turnover of information
To be successful in the role, you will have:
English advanced or bilingual.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
2 years of experience in Data management experience
Excel advanced
Understanding of database design and construction. (Not necessary programming knowledge)
Bachelors degree completed in marketing, Administration or similar field
Publication Management, Research and Cataloging Data.
Benefits of Working in ICON:
Our success depends on the knowledge, capabilities and quality of our people. That’s why we are committed to developing our employees in a continuous learning culture – one where we challenge you with engaging work and where every experience adds to your professional development.
At ICON, our focus is to provide you with a comprehensive and competitive total reward package that comprises, not only an excellent level of base pay, but also a wide range of variable pay and recognition programs. In addition, our best in class employee benefits, supportive policies and wellbeing initiatives are tailored to support you and your family at all stages of your career - both now, and into the future.
ICON, including subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know through the form below.
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What ICON can offer you:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.
Our benefits examples include:
- Various annual leave entitlements
- A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
- Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
- Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.
- Life assurance
- Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.
Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
ICON, including subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here
Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.
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