What is a senior data technician and how to become one

Key steps to become a senior data technician

1. Explore senior data technician education requirements

   Most common senior data technician degrees

   Bachelor's

   48.9 %

   Associate

   25.6 %

   High School Diploma

   10.5 %

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2. Start to develop specific senior data technician skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Emerging Technologies	22.54%
   Data Management	10.22%
   SQL	9.99%
   Troubleshoot	7.83%
   Data Collection	7.47%

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3. Complete relevant senior data technician training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 3-6 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New senior data technicians learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a senior data technician based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real senior data technician resumes.

4. Research senior data technician duties and responsibilities

   • Manage clinical trials by gathering data, monitoring adverse events, screening patients for eligibility and scheduling patients per protocol.
   • Prepare data and update databases with information from QC checks, audits, data change forms, and site monitoring.
   • Implement action plans including performing require upgrades and installation of PC's and require peripheral equipment.
   • Manage clinical trials by gathering data, monitoring adverse events, screening patients for eligibility and scheduling patients per protocol.

5. Apply for senior data technician jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a senior data technician job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams