US Data Security Protection Expert (R&D) - outside IR35 contract

US Data protection specialist - within R&D - contract until end of 2026 - outside IR35 - Remote working

Exalto consulting are currently recruiting for a contract data security protection expert within US data security. This is 100% remote working, outside IR35 and initially until end of 2026.

Key Focus Areas:
Implementing new US Data Security Rule across R&D.
Supporting R&D users in their understanding of the Rule.
Consultation to ensure R&D's approach to the regulation is appropriate.
Collaborating to establish guidance, communication material and AI tooling to support users.

In this hands-on role, you will collaborate closely with a wide range of stakeholders within R&D, Compliance & Legal, navigating competing priorities, ensuring that key deliverables are met on time and to the highest quality.

We are looking for someone who can:
Use legal or data protection experience to rapidly understand the regulation approach to compliance.
Adapt quickly and work flexibly across multiple activities simultaneously
Provide 'hands-on' day-to-day support for scientists and clinical teams in R&D
Communicate effectively with stakeholders, following up on required actions to solve challenges
Demonstrate initiative in identifying and solving problems; understand which problems can be solved directly and which need senior legal input.

Skills and Experience

. Pharma and data protection experience
Data regulations, privacy, GDPR or similar with scientific and/or clinical acumen
At least 4 years proven experience implementing healthcare data regulations
Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply complex legal and regulatory frameworks to business operations, with experience translating regulatory requirements into practical implementation strategies

If you have the above experience and are looking for a new contract role please send your CV for immediate consideration as our client are looking to hire ASAP

US Data protection specialist - within R&D - contract until end of 2026 - outside IR35 - 100% remote working