Database Designer Intern - Canada

Description

This is a paid internship in the Clinical Data Management team at a contract research organization (CRO) in Canada.

You will learn hands-on how clinical databases used in clinical research are designed and kept up to date, and you will support data management work.

You will work alongside experienced database designers, clinical data managers, and staff from other functions to build clinical databases that meet study requirements and applicable standards.

Responsibilities

• Help design and build clinical study databases from study protocols and data collection needs.
• Help create and maintain database structures, forms, fields, edit checks, and validation rules.
• Read study protocols, CRFs and eCRFs, and data specifications to understand what the database must do.
• Help write and review database specifications and data collection forms.
• Help build and test edit checks and data validation rules.
• Run basic database tests and record the results and any issues found.
• Work with data management and other project members to find and fix database problems.
• Help update and maintain databases across the life of a study.
• Make sure database components follow project specifications, quality standards, and internal procedures.
• Keep clear records of database design and testing work.
• Attend team meetings and training to build your understanding of clinical data management.

Requirements

• Hold a bachelor's or master's degree, or be currently enrolled in one, in computer science, information technology, life sciences, statistics, mathematics, data science, or a related field.
• Have a strong interest in clinical research, healthcare data, or clinical data management.
• Have a basic understanding of databases and data structures.
• Bring good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Pay close attention to detail and be comfortable working with structured data.
• Communicate well in writing and verbally.
• Work well as part of a team.
• Be willing to learn clinical research processes, database design, and data management tools.

Conditions

The role is an hourly internship based in Canada.

Pay is $25 CAD per hour.

The actual rate depends on factors such as your qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.

The posting opens on 10/29/2026 and closes on 11/30/2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, accessible hiring and will accommodate applicants on request.