Systems Analyst – R&D, Clinical, Regulatory & Medical Systems
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<h1><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-size: 16.0pt;"><span style="">Systems Analyst – R&D, Clinical, Regulatory & Medical Systems</span></span></strong></span></span><br><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><strong><span style="">Location:</span></strong><span style=""> Greater Boston, MA (3 days a week onsite)<br><strong>Engagement:</strong> Contract-to-Hire</span></span></span><br><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><strong><span style="">Target rate:</span></strong><span style=""> $60/hr W2 (benefits available) </span></span></span><br><br><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><strong><span style="">Position Overview</span></strong></span></span><br><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">We are seeking an experienced <strong>Systems Analyst</strong> to support a growing R&D technology organization within the biopharmaceutical industry. This individual will partner closely with business and technology stakeholders across <strong>Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, Medical Affairs, Drug Safety/Pharmacovigilance, and other R&D functions</strong>.</span></span></span><br><br><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">The Systems Analyst will help evaluate, implement, enhance, integrate, and support technology platforms used throughout the drug development lifecycle. The role requires someone who can work directly with scientific and business teams to understand workflows, data requirements, and operational challenges, then translate those needs into practical technology solutions.</span></span></span><br><br><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">This position will also support initiatives involving data capture, data integration, data migration, reporting, system enhancements, vendor-managed platforms, and ongoing application lifecycle management within a regulated environment.</span></span></span><br><br><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">The ideal candidate brings a combination of <strong>R&D business systems experience, strong business analysis capabilities, hands-on Veeva knowledge, and experience operating within GxP-regulated pharmaceutical or biotechnology environments.</strong></span></span></span><br><br><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><strong><span style="">Key Responsibilities</span></strong></span></span></h1><ul> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Partner with Clinical, Regulatory, Medical, Drug Safety, and other R&D stakeholders to understand business processes, system requirements, workflows, and data needs.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Gather, analyze, document, and translate business requirements into functional and technical requirements for R&D technology solutions.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Support the evaluation, implementation, enhancement, and ongoing operation of applications used across the R&D organization.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Develop and maintain appropriate <strong>software development lifecycle and computer system validation documentation</strong>.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Collaborate with cross-functional partners including R&D business teams, IT infrastructure, Quality, Validation, cybersecurity, external vendors, and technical support organizations.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Coordinate application configurations, upgrades, releases, enhancements, incidents, and support activities with internal teams and software vendors.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Support and lead <strong>data migration, data mapping, data curation, and system transition activities</strong> when required.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Assess existing systems and processes, identify gaps, and recommend improvements that align technology capabilities with business requirements.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Troubleshoot application, integration, and data-related issues and coordinate resolution across internal and external support teams.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Manage competing priorities across strategic initiatives, application releases, enhancements, production support, and day-to-day operational needs.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Ensure systems and solutions comply with applicable <strong>GxP requirements, FDA expectations, cybersecurity standards, internal policies, SOPs, and validation practices</strong>.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Build strong working relationships between R&D business functions and technology teams.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Participate in solution design discussions involving system integrations, automation, data flows, and supporting infrastructure.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Provide oversight and coordination for third-party technology vendors supporting R&D platforms and applications.</span></span></span></ul><br><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><strong><span style="">Required Qualifications</span></strong></span></span><ul> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Approximately <strong>5–8 years of experience supporting technology solutions within R&D</strong>, ideally across Clinical, Regulatory, Medical Affairs, Drug Safety/Pharmacovigilance, Research, or related life sciences functions.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Experience working within the <strong>pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences industry</strong>.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Demonstrated experience supporting systems within a <strong>GxP-regulated environment</strong>.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Hands-on experience working with <strong>Veeva applications or the broader Veeva platform ecosystem</strong>.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Strong business and systems analysis skills, including requirements gathering, process analysis, documentation, and stakeholder facilitation.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Understanding of <strong>system integrations, application interfaces, automation, and enterprise data flows</strong>.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Experience supporting validated computerized systems and familiarity with <strong>FDA computer system validation expectations</strong>.</span></span></span></ul><br><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><strong><span style="">Candidates should have experience with or exposure to several of the following:</span></strong></span></span><ul> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Veeva platforms and applications</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">R&D, Clinical, Regulatory, Medical, or Drug Safety technology platforms</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">System integrations and application interfaces</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Data migration, mapping, transformation, and curation</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Statistical analysis, reporting, or data visualization platforms</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">GxP systems and computerized system validation</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Linux environments</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Basic scripting or automation</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Cloud technologies; <strong>AWS experience is beneficial</strong></span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Application lifecycle management, upgrades, releases, and vendor-supported platforms</span></span></span></ul><br><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><strong><span style="">Professional Skills</span></strong></span></span><ul> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Strong requirements elicitation, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Comfortable partnering directly with scientists, functional leaders, technology teams, and external software vendors.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Ability to facilitate discussions across multiple business and technical functions and translate differing perspectives into actionable requirements.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Flexible and solutions-oriented approach to resolving complex business and technology challenges while maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures.</span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;"><span style="">Ability to independently investigate new technologies and assess how new or existing capabilities could address R&D business needs.</span></span></span></ul>