Data reviewer vs data entry associate

The differences between data reviewers and data entry associates 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 reviewer and a data entry associate. Additionally, a data reviewer has an average salary of $53,266, which is higher than the $36,084 average annual salary of a data entry associate.

The top three skills for a data reviewer include GMP, FDA and QA. The most important skills for a data entry associate are customer service, computer database, and data entry.

Data reviewer vs data entry associate overview

	Data Reviewer	Data Entry Associate
Yearly salary	$53,266	$36,084
Hourly rate	$25.61	$17.35
Growth rate	-	-8%
Number of jobs	67,068	89,880
Job satisfaction	-	3
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 58%	Bachelor's Degree, 30%
Average age	44	44
Years of experience	2	2

What does a data reviewer do?

A data reviewer is responsible for reviewing data to ensure accuracy, taking corrective measures on any inconsistencies or errors. Although some of their tasks may vary upon their industry or company of employment, it usually includes interpreting data, organizing information, adhering to deadlines and guidelines, producing reports and presentations, and even populating spreadsheets when necessary. In some industries, a data reviewer works with a team in developing strategies to optimize database systems and training new data reviewers.

What does a data entry associate do?

Data entry associates are a group of professionals using computers and data processing programs to supply information into a database or documentation platform or to transcribe data via phone conversations or recordings. They can multitask effectively with excellent verbal and written communication skills and perform repetitive tasks accurately with excellent attention to detail. Part of their task is to maintain the database by encoding new and updated customer account information by preparing source data for computer entry, compiling, and sorting information. To be effective, typing speed and accuracy must be considered.

Data reviewer vs data entry associate salary

Data reviewers and data entry associates have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Data Reviewer	Data Entry Associate
Average salary	$53,266	$36,084
Salary range	Between $38,000 And $74,000	Between $21,000 And $61,000
Highest paying City	Waukegan, IL	Washington, DC
Highest paying state	Alaska	New York
Best paying company	Biogen	AstraZeneca
Best paying industry	Pharmaceutical	Finance

Differences between data reviewer and data entry associate education

There are a few differences between a data reviewer and a data entry associate in terms of educational background:

	Data Reviewer	Data Entry Associate
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 58%	Bachelor's Degree, 30%
Most common major	Chemistry	Business
Most common college	-	-

Data reviewer vs data entry associate demographics

Here are the differences between data reviewers' and data entry associates' demographics:

	Data Reviewer	Data Entry Associate
Average age	44	44
Gender ratio	Male, 29.7% Female, 70.3%	Male, 25.7% Female, 74.3%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 9.7% Unknown, 4.3% Hispanic or Latino, 19.3% Asian, 10.5% White, 55.6% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%	Black or African American, 9.5% Unknown, 4.2% Hispanic or Latino, 23.0% Asian, 7.7% White, 55.0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
LGBT Percentage	5%	5%

Differences between data reviewer and data entry associate duties and responsibilities

Data reviewer example responsibilities.

Manage investigation reports for equipment maintenance and calibration OOS.
Perform other QA administrative duties as prescribed.
Work according to business priorities, FDA and OSHA regulations.
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Revise testing specifications, forms, worksheets, protocols and control documents.
Perform GC and wet chemistry analysis of in-process and finish goods samples.

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Data entry associate example responsibilities.

Manage client s files and communicate confidential information to approve agencies and caregivers according to HIPAA regulations.
Provide third-party medical billing; entering ICD-9, CPT codes, and insurance information into medically-based computer system.
Process payroll data, data entry applications and retirement fund contributions.
Perform a variety of duties associate with entering of prescription information into computer system require to process prescription orders for patients.
Provide 10-key and maintain a 40 wpm average.
Collaborate with a team to triage and prioritize the right work at the right time.

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Data reviewer vs data entry associate skills

Common data reviewer skills

GMP, 9%
FDA, 8%
QA, 6%
Data Entry, 6%
HPLC, 6%
QC, 6%

Common data entry associate skills

Customer Service, 22%
Computer Database, 12%
Data Entry, 10%
Computer System, 7%
Payroll, 3%
WPM, 3%

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Updated January 8, 2025

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