Adobe Acrobat, Analysis Skills, Bug Tracking/Defect Management, Calendar Management, Contract Research Organization (CRO), Data Management, Data Quality, Database Administration, Database Design, Design Document, Documentation, Documentation Plan, Electronic Data Capture (EDC), Leadership, Network Debugging, Problem Solving Skills, Quality Assurance, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Software Debugging, Software Development, Software Engineering, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Program, Test Scenario, Test Scripts, Test Strategy, Testing, Usability Engineering, Validation Testing, Writing Skills
Summary:
" The main function of a QA Analyst is to develop, implement, and document all testing activities, including test planning, test documentation, test execution, defect tracking and reporting, including follow-up and issue resolution.
Job Responsibilities:
" Develop and Execute test plans, scenarios, scripts or procedures
" Test system modifications to prepare for implementation
" Develop testing programs that addresses areas such as database impacts, software scenarios, or usability
" Document defects, using a tracking system, and report defects to software developers/programmers
" Provide input and assist in developing design documents including database and data validation specifications
" Identify, analyze and document problems with program function, output, online screen or content
" Monitor bug resolution efforts and track successes
" Create or maintain databases of known test defects
" Plan test schedules or strategies in accordance with project scope or delivery dates
" Assist as needed in other Data Management functions such as query management, PDF generation and validation, and data review.
Qualifications:
" 5-7 years experience required in a Sponsor or CRO organization
" Experience leading EDC testing and validation activities including Medidata EDC
" Experience writing test documentation such as Test Plans, scripts and test results reports
" Ability to analyze/interpret test results and provide recommendations to improve testing to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.