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Data Collection Operations Specialist (Contract)
Posted 10 days ago
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We are seeking an experienced operations professional to manage critical data acquisition infrastructure supporting advanced AI model development. This contract role requires exceptional operational acumen, demonstrated ability to scale complex workflows, and meticulous attention to quality standards across high-volume data collection initiatives.
Primary ResponsibilitiesStrategic Operations Management
Oversee end-to-end execution of multiple concurrent data acquisition programs encompassing speech, visual, textual, and audio content streams
Develop and implement scalable operational frameworks ensuring consistent achievement of volumetric targets while maintaining stringent quality thresholds
Drive continuous process improvement through systematic identification and elimination of operational inefficiencies
Stakeholder & Contributor Management
Design comprehensive contributor engagement strategies optimizing recruitment, onboarding, retention, and successful task completion
Establish robust support infrastructure delivering timely resolution of technical and procedural inquiries
Cultivate productive relationships with internal stakeholders through transparent communication and data-driven insights
Quality Assurance & Compliance
Implement rigorous quality control methodologies maintaining data acceptance rates exceeding 95%
Ensure strict adherence to data governance protocols, consent management, and regulatory requirements
Develop predictive quality indicators enabling proactive intervention and remediation
Performance Analytics & Reporting
Generate comprehensive operational intelligence providing actionable insights for strategic decision-making
Establish KPI frameworks measuring throughput, quality, efficiency, and contributor satisfaction
Deliver regular executive summaries highlighting achievements, challenges, and optimization opportunities
This position offers complete location flexibility within European time zones. Candidates must maintain reliable high-speed internet connectivity and professional home office environment conducive to managing distributed operations.
Application RequirementsQualified candidates should demonstrate clear alignment with outlined competencies and provide specific examples of operational excellence in similar environments. We value diverse perspectives and encourage applications from candidates with non-traditional backgrounds who possess relevant transferable skills.
Required Qualifications
Professional Experience
Minimum 1-3 years operational management experience within data-intensive environments (crowdsourcing platforms, research operations, content moderation, or similar domains)
Demonstrated success managing distributed contributor networks (100+ simultaneous participants)
Proven ability to meet aggressive performance targets while maintaining exceptional quality standards
Technical & Analytical Competencies
Proficiency in operational tools and platforms for workflow management, data tracking, and process automation
Strong analytical capabilities with experience translating complex data into actionable operational strategies
Familiarity with quality assurance methodologies and statistical sampling techniques
Communication & Leadership
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English (additional languages highly valued)
Experience delivering technical support through multiple channels (email, chat, ticketing systems)
Ability to influence without authority and drive results through collaborative partnerships
Software Engineer (Python / Data Collection Systems)
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Our global technology client is looking for an experienced
Software Engineer
to join their pioneering Reality Labs research team, working on the next generation of immersive devices such as smart glasses and VR headsets. This role focuses on building and optimising systems for
audio, video, and sensor data collection , ensuring efficient, reliable, and accurate capture from cutting-edge prototype devices.nWhat You’ll Do
Develop Python-based software for integrating and managing prototype wearable devices.noptimise the distributed data collection platform to enhance accuracy and efficiency.nWork with
audio, video, and inertial measurement
recording equipment.nDeploy, test, and monitor system upgrades.nDebug and perform root cause analysis on hardware/software issues onsite.nCollaborate with engineers and researchers to scope tasks, design solutions, and implement best practices.nWhat You’ll Bring
Required:n8+ years in software engineering.nLinux and shell scripting proficiency.nStrong knowledge of RESTful APIs and distributed systems.nExperience with FastAPI or similar frameworks.nSolid problem-solving skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams.nExperience with hardware multimedia sensors.nKnowledge of audio, video, and image formats.nDatabase experience (SQL, NoSQL, or graph).nFamiliarity with frontend frameworks (React, JS).nWhy Join
Work on innovative AR/VR projects shaping the future of connected experiences.nCollaborate with world-class researchers and engineers.nGain hands-on experience with state-of-the-art devices and data systems.nApply now
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Data Collection Standards Architect (Homebased) M/W/D
Posted 5 days ago
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The CDSA configures standards to the specific needs and requirements of a Therapeutic Area, compound Disease Area, generating the expected efficiencies through optimal adoption and reuse of standards. The CDSA also supports the functions adopting the standards in the clinical trials, in close collaboration with the clinical data collection team.
The CDSA is responsible for implementing efficient standards in the Rave EDC system (Medidata Solutions).
Responsibilities:
+ Implements the standard content in the data collections and delivery tools with the goal of creating efficiencies within the trials, consistency across the trials and automating the CRF build and the data flow from collection to SDTM.
+ Examples of standard content for the _data collection focus_
+ Standard Case Report Form Mockups
+ Standard Questionnaires, Rating Scales and Clinical Outcome Assessments
+ Standard Validation Rule Specifications
+ Standard Integrations (e.g. with IWRS)
+ Examples of standard content for the _data delivery focus_
+ Study Data Tabulation Model (SDTM)
+ Annotated Case Report Forms (CRFs)
+ Support the data transfer agreement (DTA) standards with SDTM
+ Data Review Model (DRM: internal SDTM like model)
+ Mapping metadata from data collection (CRF and DTA) to DRM
+ Mapping metadata from DRM to SDTM
+ Implements standard content in the collection and delivery tools compliant to the industry standards and health authority regulations, meeting best computer system validation practices where applicable.
+ Responsible for the correct testing and QC of the collection tools and mapping metadata and therefore collaborates with the respective functions in Integrated Data Analysis and Reporting.
+ Defines and maintains the standard clinical data collection and the clinical data delivery standards for use in clinical trials.
+ Maintains the data collection and delivery and metadata standards at a master level to meet additional scientific or operational requirement supporting the R&D portfolio. To that end the CDSA will guarantee formal change management control and versioning of the standards is applied and adhered to.
+ Governs formally all the changes to standards and manages multiple versions in line with adoption needs of the clinical trials and drug development programs.
+ Pre-configures the standards in line with the specifications of the data lifecycle plans, while maintaining the traceability and lineage of the data. Documents and manages correctly the lineage between master standards and the many pre-configured standards.
+ Provides the necessary support to the clinical data standards team and the clinical analysis team who facilitate the consistent adoption of standards in the studies (internally or outsourced to a CRO).
+ _Data delivery focus only:_ Annotates the CRF with SDTM metadata and collaborates with his/her team members on the correctness of the annotated case report form meeting submission, scientific and operational requirements and guidelines.
Education and Experience:
+ Deep expertise in Rave EDC (Medidata Solutions)
+ Experience with running SAS programs, coding experience preferred.
+ Experience with coding and running SAS programs
+ Knowledge of Rave EDC (Medidata Solutions)
+ Expertise with CDISC standards: SDTM, CDASH, Controlled terminology and define.xml.
+ Experience with SAS LSAF and Pinnacle 21
+ BS/BA degree in life sciences or computer science or equivalent by work experience
+ 2 years of relevant operational experience in clinical data management or standards
+ Relevant operational experience in clinical data standards is preferred
+ Experience in prioritizing and managing multiple tasks simultaneously
+ Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in English
**This role is not eligible for UK visa sponsorship**
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.
To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.
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Qualitative Research Lead
Posted 15 days ago
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Are you a curious, creative, and commercially savvy Qualitative Research Team Leader ready or a new challenge or a Qualitative Researcher with experience mentoring ready to take the lead? We’re working on an exciting opportunity with a dynamic, forward-thinking agency that’s redefining how insight drives creativity and strategy.
This is your chance to step into a pivotal leadership role, guiding a talented team and delivering impactful, behaviour-changing research for some of the UK’s most exciting brands.
The successful applicant will be part of an insight team responsible for creating, analysing and debriefing qualitative data from a range of sources, and will design and conduct valuable bespoke qualitative research which will effectively explain, predict and measure consumer behaviour in predominately retail markets, and provide planning, strategy and innovation for their brands.
- Competitive salary li>Working hours Monday to Friday 9am-5.30pm
- Hybrid working – 2 days WFH < i>25 days holiday
- Auto enrolment pension
- Employee wellbeing initiatives
Duties and responsibilities:
- Designing and delivering qualitative projects from brief to debrief
- Applying behavioural frameworks to drive consumer-focused change
- Building trusted client relationships and contributing to pitches and proposals
- Coaching and developing a team of 4 researchers
- Driving innovation in tools, thinking, and methodologies
- Collaborating across creative, strategy, and digital teams
Skills and experience required:
- Extensive experience in qualitative research with an agency environment
- Ability to evidence the ability to build strong client relationships
- People management or mentoring experience of a small team
- Skilled in depth interviews, facilitation, and ethnographic techniques
- A strategic, empathetic, and commercially aware mindset
- Experience with biometric research or cultural insight frameworks would be an advantage
- Full, clean UK driving licence
Qualitative Research Lead
Posted 15 days ago
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Are you a curious, creative, and commercially savvy Qualitative Research Team Leader ready or a new challenge or a Qualitative Researcher with experience mentoring ready to take the lead? We’re working on an exciting opportunity with a dynamic, forward-thinking agency that’s redefining how insight drives creativity and strategy.
This is your chance to step into a pivotal leadership role, guiding a talented team and delivering impactful, behaviour-changing research for some of the UK’s most exciting brands.
The successful applicant will be part of an insight team responsible for creating, analysing and debriefing qualitative data from a range of sources, and will design and conduct valuable bespoke qualitative research which will effectively explain, predict and measure consumer behaviour in predominately retail markets, and provide planning, strategy and innovation for their brands.
- Competitive salary li>Working hours Monday to Friday 9am-5.30pm
- Hybrid working – 2 days WFH < i>25 days holiday
- Auto enrolment pension
- Employee wellbeing initiatives
Duties and responsibilities:
- Designing and delivering qualitative projects from brief to debrief
- Applying behavioural frameworks to drive consumer-focused change
- Building trusted client relationships and contributing to pitches and proposals
- Coaching and developing a team of 4 researchers
- Driving innovation in tools, thinking, and methodologies
- Collaborating across creative, strategy, and digital teams
Skills and experience required:
- Extensive experience in qualitative research with an agency environment
- Ability to evidence the ability to build strong client relationships
- People management or mentoring experience of a small team
- Skilled in depth interviews, facilitation, and ethnographic techniques
- A strategic, empathetic, and commercially aware mindset
- Experience with biometric research or cultural insight frameworks would be an advantage
- Full, clean UK driving licence
Qualitative Research Lead
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Qualitative Research Lead
Posted 2 days ago
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Are you a curious, creative, and commercially savvy Qualitative Research Team Leader ready or a new challenge or a Qualitative Researcher with experience mentoring ready to take the lead? We’re working on an exciting opportunity with a dynamic, forward-thinking agency that’s redefining how insight drives creativity and strategy.
This is your chance to step into a pivotal leadership role, guiding a talented team and delivering impactful, behaviour-changing research for some of the UK’s most exciting brands.
The successful applicant will be part of an insight team responsible for creating, analysing and debriefing qualitative data from a range of sources, and will design and conduct valuable bespoke qualitative research which will effectively explain, predict and measure consumer behaviour in predominately retail markets, and provide planning, strategy and innovation for their brands.
- Competitive salary
- Working hours Monday to Friday 9am-5.30pm
- Hybrid working – 2 days WFH
- 25 days holiday
- Auto enrolment pension
- Employee wellbeing initiatives
Duties and responsibilities:
- Designing and delivering qualitative projects from brief to debrief
- Applying behavioural frameworks to drive consumer-focused change
- Building trusted client relationships and contributing to pitches and proposals
- Coaching and developing a team of 4 researchers
- Driving innovation in tools, thinking, and methodologies
- Collaborating across creative, strategy, and digital teams
Skills and experience required:
- Extensive experience in qualitative research with an agency environment
- Ability to evidence the ability to build strong client relationships
- People management or mentoring experience of a small team
- Skilled in depth interviews, facilitation, and ethnographic techniques
- A strategic, empathetic, and commercially aware mindset
- Experience with biometric research or cultural insight frameworks would be an advantage
- Full, clean UK driving licence
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Senior Qualitative Research Executive
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Senior Qualitative Research Executive
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a client facing Senior Qualitative Research Executive to join our fast growing and award-winning agency. Our qualitative offer has grown considerably, and we are looking for another fantastic qualitative researcher to contribute to our continued success.
About Opinium:
MRS 2024 & 2021 Agency of the Year. Winner of the MRS best place to work award three times, the Drum Best Place to Work 2018 & 2019, and the 2019 Women in Research Best Agency to Work Globally. Opinium is a strategic insight agency, that truly puts its people at the centre of everything they do.
Across our four offices in London, New York, Amsterdam and Cape Town, we help our clients harness the power of insight on a global scale to build, grow, promote and make strategic business decisions. We also use Opinium for good, working with multiple charities and volunteering.
Our culture:
We really believe we have a unique culture which provides a stimulating, challenging and rewarding workplace whilst providing a supportive environment and focus on the wellbeing of our people.
“When measuring success, revenue growth and employee wellbeing should go hand-in-hand. It’s the only way to build an insight agency that clients want to work with. We’ve placed our people where they rightfully belong: at the heart of our business .”
James Endersby, Opinium CEO, Chair designate of the Market Research Society (MRS)
Your opportunity:
This is an exciting and challenging role amongst a small, passionate and energetic team of qualitative specialists with great scope for development. We’re looking for someone who has a real passion for qualitative research and is dedicated and motivated by understanding human behaviour. As you learn, grow and develop you will take on more and more responsibilities, including end to end management of projects, as well as account management and business development.
You will be actively involved in working on projects across all of our practice areas, from Brand, Communications and Product through to Political and Social and Thought Leadership. There will be lots of variety in the topics you research, the audiences you conduct research with and the methodologies you’ll use to get to the heart of our client’s objectives.
You might be joining our team of five qualitative specialists in London, but they won’t be the only researchers that you’ll work alongside. You’ll also be involved in mixed-method projects, working closely with quant-only researchers across each of our global offices.
Person specification:
We are looking for someone who is motivated, curious, resilient, creative, authentic and are keen to learn, grow and develop their career at a top agency. You thrive as part of a team but are also confident working on tasks assigned to you. You relish the opportunity to help grow your accounts and the agency. You are passionate about qualitative research and insights, as well as building close collaborative relationships with both colleagues and clients.
- Enthusiastic, with a flexible ‘can do’ attitude and a desire to develop and contribute to the agency’s financial success
- A strong team player who has the confidence and ability to make their mark in a small team
- Comfortable in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- Has a genuine curiosity and passion for understanding human behaviour
- Has experience with a mixture of traditional and more innovative qualitative research methods
- Thinks creatively about qualitative methods and how to apply them
- Confident moderating both online and face-to-face focus groups and in-depth interviews
- Enthusiastic about engaging and building great rapport and relationships with clients
- Interested in and willing to embrace new tools and methodologies
- Highly developed organisational and time-management skills
- Proven ability to meet tight deadlines
- An excellent eye for detail
- Proactive and clear communication skills
- Good proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Google Slides (bonus)
After a thorough onboarding and training programme, and as you progress in the role, some of the general tasks and responsibilities you can expect in this role as a senior qualitative research executive will include:
- Designing sample frames for qualitative recruitment
- Building relationships with suppliers and negotiating costs for services
- Writing recruitment screeners
- Briefing teams on recruitment, overseeing recruitment and quality-checking recruits against set hard and soft quotas.
- Supporting with project logistics and coordination – including fieldwork scheduling and online community scripting
- Designing discussion guides design for interviews, focus groups and online communities as part of a team
- Moderating both online and face-to-face focus groups and interviews
- Leading day-to-day communication with suppliers and clients
- Using qualitative platforms such as Recollective, Miro and CoLoop to host and analyse research findings
- The ability to turn findings into actionable insights and recommendations for clients, as part of a project team
- Writing PowerPoint and Word reports as part of a team – including designing clear and visually appealing slides, creating powerful case studies
- Quality checking reports
- Preparation for debriefs / presentations
- Attending client meetings / pitches / intro calls
- Contributing ideas for new proposals
Experience:
- At least 2.5 years of agency experience at a qualitative agency or a qualitative team within an agency
What we offer you:
We have a wide range of wellbeing tools and initiatives so that you can be your best inside and outside of work.
- A thorough onboarding and training programme and the tools, resources and support you need to succeed and grow
- A career manager (who invests in and looks after your career)
- A truly flexible work environment, hybrid working with a focus on prioritising work-life balance (Monday and Wednesdays office-based as a minimum)
- A fun, inclusive and thoughtful company culture with a vibrant social calendar including regular agency drinks, our monthly lunch, social events and parties
- Competitive salary, annual leave, and an excellent pension scheme
- Benefits including life insurance, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, Bike to Work scheme, Season Ticket Loan, generous savings plans and a monthly wellbeing allowance (£60 per month e.g. gym, sports club, language classes), volunteering days, pre-paid vouchers for annual flu jab/eye test, annual health assessments, flexi start/leave, birthday come-in-lates or leave-earlies, WFH equipment allowance.
Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor VISAs so candidates must have the permanent right to work in the United Kingdom.
Equal opportunity employer:
Opinium is committed to a work environment that is inclusive to all and free of discrimination. We are an equal opportunity employer without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and genetic predisposition.
And finally, don’t just take our word for it:
"Opinium doesn't just talk about development – they actually do it. You're encouraged to take on new challenges and your contributions genuinely matter"
Rania Benameur, Research Executive, MRS Representation in Research Steering Group Member and Significant Insights Global 30 under 30 honouree.
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