Data process specialist vs specialist

The differences between data process specialists and specialists can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. It typically takes 1-2 years to become both a data process specialist and a specialist. Additionally, a specialist has an average salary of $58,013, which is higher than the $48,604 average annual salary of a data process specialist.

The top three skills for a data process specialist include data entry, data management and data accuracy. The most important skills for a specialist are patients, customer service, and work ethic.

Data process specialist vs specialist overview

	Data Process Specialist	Specialist
Yearly salary	$48,604	$58,013
Hourly rate	$23.37	$27.89
Growth rate	10%	10%
Number of jobs	147,321	358,433
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 48%	Bachelor's Degree, 49%
Average age	42	42
Years of experience	2	2

What does a data process specialist do?

A data processing specialist is a data entry professional who specializes in collecting, interpreting, and organizing data according to company standards and policies. They usually work on spreadsheets, documents, databases, and presentations to arrange and convey data in an easy-to-understand format, all while adhering to deadlines. They may also conduct their own reviews and assessments to identify inconsistencies and errors, performing corrective measures right away. Moreover, a data processing specialist must maintain an open and transparent communication line with managers and co-workers for an efficient workflow.

What does a specialist do?

Specialists are employees who are responsible for specific tasks or activities in the department they are assigned to. The actions or tasks they work on are related to their educational background or work experiences. They are usually highly skilled in specializations related to the work they are assigned to. Specialists are also highly trained on the competencies that are required of their specialty. As such, they are focused on the skills and competencies that are needed to enhance their experience in their specific field further.

Data process specialist vs specialist salary

Data process specialists and specialists have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Data Process Specialist	Specialist
Average salary	$48,604	$58,013
Salary range	Between $30,000 And $78,000	Between $32,000 And $104,000
Highest paying City	Baltimore, MD	Jersey City, NJ
Highest paying state	New York	New Jersey
Best paying company	CAMRIS International, Inc.	The Citadel
Best paying industry	Government	-

Differences between data process specialist and specialist education

There are a few differences between a data process specialist and a specialist in terms of educational background:

	Data Process Specialist	Specialist
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 48%	Bachelor's Degree, 49%
Most common major	Business	Business
Most common college	Stanford University	Stanford University

Data process specialist vs specialist demographics

Here are the differences between data process specialists' and specialists' demographics:

	Data Process Specialist	Specialist
Average age	42	42
Gender ratio	Male, 36.6% Female, 63.4%	Male, 47.5% Female, 52.5%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 12.1% Unknown, 5.3% Hispanic or Latino, 15.2% Asian, 10.6% White, 56.4% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%	Black or African American, 11.4% Unknown, 5.4% Hispanic or Latino, 16.4% Asian, 10.5% White, 55.9% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%
LGBT Percentage	11%	11%

Differences between data process specialist and specialist duties and responsibilities

Data process specialist example responsibilities.

Collaborate with leads to ensure information they request publish on SharePoint is pertinent, up-to-date, and value.
Process raw subscription and customer data using SQL on a strict schedule.
Test new access create on Unix and mainframe.
Research and perform QC on citation for outside departments.
Contact and inform FDA contacts of the statues of the investigations
Perform backups, print queue maintenance and run scheduled processes.

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Specialist example responsibilities.

Create, manage, and assist users with SharePoint sites.
Manage an on-site IRB and company good clinical practice (GCP) inspection.
Manage SharePoint sites by creating, editing, and customizing company sites, libraries and security.
Manage the building of accounts, assigning of static IP's, and scheduling of business class installations.
Convert servers from UNIX to Linux, all hardware diagnostics and repair including printers/plotters/desktops etc.
Follow safety procedures such as maintenance of all equipment (Telxon scanners, terminals and ladders).

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Data process specialist vs specialist skills

Common data process specialist skills

Data Entry, 41%
Data Management, 8%
Data Accuracy, 5%
SQL, 4%
Assistance Program, 3%
Computer System, 3%

Common specialist skills

Patients, 15%
Customer Service, 11%
Work Ethic, 5%
Patient Care, 4%
Exceptional Client, 4%
Troubleshoot, 4%

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Updated January 8, 2025

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