About Character Biosciences

Character Biosciences is a precision medicine company pioneering targeted therapies for ophthalmology. Our patient data platform integrates genomics with deep, longitudinal clinical and imaging data, enabling us to uncover genetic drivers of disease progression, advance novel therapeutics, and define patient stratification strategies that improve clinical success.

Our interdisciplinary team spans human genetics, clinical science, data science and engineering, and drug discovery and development. We are advancing two programs for Dry Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) into the clinic, with additional discovery-stage programs underway.

Founded in 2018, Character has raised capital from leading investors at the intersection of healthcare and technology, including an oversubscribed $110+ million Series B in 2025 co-led by aMoon and Luma Group, with participation from Bausch + Lomb, Innovation Endeavors, Sanofi Ventures, Catalio Capital Management, S32, KdT Ventures, and Jefferson Life Sciences. We also maintain a multi-target drug discovery collaboration with Bausch + Lomb to develop innovative precision medicines for AMD.

Role: Data Quality Control (QC) Coordinator

Reports to: Manager, Data Products and Quality 

Department: Clinical Research

Team: Observational Research

Level: 1

Location: Remote

The Opportunity

We are looking for a full-time Data Quality Control Coordinator for a 6-month contract, with potential to extend based on study enrollment. As a member of Character’s Data Products & Quality team, you will play a key role in maintaining high-quality, standardized datasets that support our observational studies, clinical trials, and research collaborations. In this hands-on role, you will review and validate AI-extracted medical and imaging data, applying rigorous quality standards to ensure accuracy and consistency. Your work will help ensure Character’s data assets are reliable, robust, and ready to drive clinical and scientific discovery.

This remote role reports to the Manager, Data Products & Quality.

Responsibilities

• Review AI-extracted medical record and imaging data for accuracy, following established procedures and quality standards
• Verify and update data efficiently while maintaining a high level of accuracy
• Identify and correct discrepancies in data records as needed
• Maintain the confidentiality and security of sensitive information at all times

About You

You are highly detail-oriented and motivated by the opportunity to make research data more reliable, usable, and impactful. You enjoy both technology-enabled and hands-on work, and can move comfortably between spreadsheets, structured workflows, and AI-driven tools. You thrive in a dynamic environment, communicate proactively, and can stay focused on repetitive tasks while consistently meeting individual and team goals.

Key Attributes

• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work
• Ability to work independently and follow directions with minimal supervision
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Adaptable and able to learn new systems and processes quickly
• Comfortable using Mac computers 
• Trustworthy and professional in handling confidential information
• Familiarity with ophthalmology, especially glaucoma-related data is preferred

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or a minimum of 2 years of relevant data entry, or related experience
• Strong data entry skills with a high degree of accuracy
• Experience with HIPAA and/or GCP guidelines preferred

Compensation & Benefits

The hourly pay range for this contract full-time position is $20/hr - $25/hr + benefits.

Benefits include a competitive salary, strong equity incentives, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and an accrued paid time off policy. Character is committed to recruiting, developing, and supporting colleagues from all backgrounds. We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion as an integral part of our culture.