Data Management Specialist

Advertising Summary: Data Management Specialist in the Department of Biostatistics

Unit: School of Public Health MBU

Department: Biostatistics

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Electronic Case Report Form Builder: Become a power user of available electronic data collection tools, such as the Research Electronic Data Collection (REDCap) and Veeva Electronic Data Capture systems and build solutions to fit investigator needs.
• Data Access and Reporting: Provide data access to authorized data consumers through a blend of established systems and ad hoc reporting.
• Perform Audits: Generate queries to locate missing, out of range and incongruent data entries. Communicate issues for follow-up and follow through to ensure resolution of discrepancies. Promote high quality and consistent data entry across multiple study sites.
• Communication and Rapport Building: Effectively communicate and build trust with DCC and client study team members across multiple remote sites, cultivating a friendly relationship while serving as the front line enforcement of data collection requirements.
• Data Transfer: Facilitate secure file transfers, backups, and data sharing using platforms like FileLocker, Google Drive, OneDrive, etc.
• Knowledge Management: Proactively document solutions in the preferred format and platform for dissemination within and outside the team.
• Innovation and Initiative: Act as a self-starter who is excited by challenges and capable of independently identifying and implementing effective solutions in accordance with organizational policy.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• High level of attention to detail.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to triage complex technical issues. Ability to document technical processes and create user-friendly guides.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace suite of tools, particularly spreadsheets.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills, including the ability to detect subtle nuances.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, or the ability to learn quickly, is required.
• Demonstrated ability to manage assignments, prioritize work details, and perform tasks accurately and consistently.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates or bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Familiarity with research processes and workflows.

Salary Range: $42,000 - $52,000

Benefits: All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Restricted Position: No

ORP Eligible: No

University Job Title: 34051N - Lab/Research Technician 1