Data Manager (12-month Contract)

DNAstack; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to precision medicine and research as a Data Manager. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the integration of data into the ASAP CRN Cloud, fostering collaboration among researchers and ensuring effective data management practices. Your organizational skills and attention to detail will be essential as you navigate multiple workstreams and communicate with various stakeholders. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research in Parkinson's disease while working in a dynamic, agile environment that values innovation and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Highly organized and detail-oriented with a knack for managing multiple workstreams.
• Strong communication skills, able to liaise with scientists and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee data platforming onto the ASAP CRN Cloud and manage data acceptance phases.
• Coordinate with internal teams and communicate progress to external partners.

Skills

Data Management

Project Management

Bioinformatics

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field

Experience in data management or research

Job description

Our Mission
DNAstack’s mission is to accelerate precision medicine and research by developing and providing innovative software solutions for genomics and multi-omics data. We aim to make complex biomedical data more accessible, interoperable, and actionable, thereby empowering researchers, clinicians, and institutions to derive meaningful insights and improve health outcomes. DNAstack is dedicated to advancing scientific discovery through collaboration, cutting-edge technology, and a commitment to privacy and data security.

Our Mission
DNAstack’s mission is to accelerate precision medicine and research by developing and providing innovative software solutions for genomics and multi-omics data. We aim to make complex biomedical data more accessible, interoperable, and actionable, thereby empowering researchers, clinicians, and institutions to derive meaningful insights and improve health outcomes. DNAstack is committed to scientific discovery through collaboration, technology, and privacy.

The ASAP CRN Cloud

The ASAP Collaborative Research Network (CRN) fosters an environment for rapid, free exchange of scientific ideas to spark discoveries in Parkinson’s disease (PD). It is an international, multidisciplinary network of investigators addressing high-priority questions. Teams are funded through grants in partnership with the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (MJFF).

The ASAP CRN Cloud, co-developed by DNAstack, provides tools for exploring data down to the individual cell level, facilitating data sharing among over 30 research teams focusing on PD genomics, neuro-immune interactions, and brain-body circuitry.

What You’ll Do

As Data Manager, you will oversee data platforming onto the ASAP CRN Cloud, managing the data acceptance phase of data releases. Reporting to the Director of Partners and Programs and working with the Senior Program Manager, you will support and prepare researchers to connect their data to the platform. You will build and maintain relationships with external research teams and serve as the main contact during data curation and preparation.

You will coordinate with internal teams across project management and bioinformatics, prioritize tasks, and ensure smooth execution. You will also communicate progress to external partners, facilitate discussions, and support decision-making. Your role includes tracking timelines, reporting progress, and managing risks, embedding best practices in data management.

Your work will directly contribute to PD research advancements and foster effective collaboration among stakeholders.

Who You Are

• You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and adept at managing multiple workstreams. You communicate clearly and confidently, able to liaise with scientists and present to stakeholders.
• You enjoy collaboration, bring empathy to your work, and have a deep interest in data and research. You are committed to organizing and clarifying disparate datasets.
• You are process-driven, handle administrative tasks efficiently, and keep thorough records. You are curious, proactive, and eager to improve workflows.
• You are persistent, take initiative, and adapt to changing priorities. You thrive in fast-paced, agile environments and are passionate about genomics and PD research.