at University of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
DepartmentBSD MED - General Internal Medicine - Volerman Research Staff
About the Department
This position is situated within the Section of General Internal Medicine within the Department of Medicine at University of Chicago. Faculty within General Internal are recognized as national leaders in the areas of medical ethics, health economics and policy, health services and outcomes research.
Job Summary
The Senior Clinical Research Data Manager will work closely with research staff under the direction of physician investigator Dr. Anna Volerman, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics, to carry out grant-funded projects focused on issues at the intersection of health, education, and equity. They will support all aspects related to quantitative and qualitative data for several research and advocacy projects that focus on improving systems and reducing inequities in clinical, community, and professional settings. Specific topics may include on pediatric asthma, schools, community health workers, and physician workforce.
Responsibilities
- Maintains a close, collaborative working relationship with the PIs in the department to effectively manage research studies, with the department, with the administrative team, and the department staff.
- Develops data collection instruments (questionnaires, interview/focus group guides, logs, etc.).
- Helps support data collection, including face-to-face and electronically, with variety of methods including surveys, interviews, focus groups and others as appropriate.
- Maintains accurate and complete records.
- Develops databases and data management procedures.
- Conducts quality assurance on data collected.
- Tracks progress and produces reports on data collection progress.
- Organizes and cleans data.
- Works with investigators to identify appropriate methods for research questions and hypotheses.
- Analyzes quantitative data in concert with statistician and investigators.
- Analyzes qualitative data, including interviews, focus groups, and open-ended survey responses, using qualitative software.
- Reports results from analyses and interpret findings.
- May delegate tasks to team members within the study program.
- Demonstrates proficiency in the use of clinical and research-related computer programs.
- Ensures that relevant data from the source document are abstracted and recorded in the clinical trial case report forms and that every data point can be verified within the source document.
- Utilizes analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills Facilitates communication between the site and study sponsor, CRO, and/or regulators and exhibits teamwork skills necessary for managing the data collection and reporting process.
- Will train other data managers within the unit.
- Solves a range of straightforward problems relating to the administration of the compliance, financial and other related aspects of a clinical study.
- Interprets the data needed for insurance submissions. Gathers pre-testing results if obtained at an outside facility.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
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Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
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Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
- Masters degree in a related field.
- Progressively responsible relevant clinical research experience.
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
- Proven excellence in data management.
- Perform data monitoring, query generation and query resolution.
- Perform research data management with minimal supervision.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat.
- Knowledge of medical and/or clinical trial terminology.
- Train junior data managers.
- Experience troubleshooting clinical trials; uncovering issues and identifying the most appropriate intervention.
- Knowledge in relevant scientific field.
Preferred Competencies
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Handle competing demands with diplomacy and enthusiasm.
- Strong data management skills and attention to detail.
- Work collaboratively and with divisional research offices.
- Maintain a high degree of confidentiality with clinical data and client's proprietary data.
- Adaptability to changing working situations and work assignments.
- Work independently and as part of a team.
- Analytical skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Excellent multi-tasking skills.
Application Documents
- Resume/CV (required)
- Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Research
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Frequency
Monthly
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Drug Test Required
Yes
Health Screen Required
Yes
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Posting Statement
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