Associate Clinical Data Manager

IXICO plc; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading neuroimaging CRO in London is looking for a motivated Associate Data Manager to manage data cleaning and transfer processes for neurology clinical trials. Responsibilities include ensuring quality control in data management and acting as a contact point for project stakeholders. The role offers a hybrid working model and numerous employee benefits, including a generous pension contribution and professional development support.

Benefits

Generous employer pension contribution of 6%

25 days annual leave, increasing up to 28 days

BUPA private medical insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Hybrid working model

Employee referral scheme offering £2,000

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in data management within the Pharmaceutical, Biotech or CRO industry.
• Ability to learn other computer systems, including databases.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize workload.

Responsibilities

• Perform data management activities, focusing on data cleaning and transfer.
• Ensure data cleaning and transfer processes are quality controlled.
• Act as the point of contact for data-related questions.

Skills

Strong IT skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team oriented

SAS Experience

SQL Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Life Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Cloud-based database systems

Job description

Overview

IXICO plc (AIM: IXI) is a leading neuroimaging CRO delivering advanced Ai analytical insights in neuroscience to the global clinical trials market. Established in 2004 and listed in 2013, IXICO supports the development of therapies for neurological conditions such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s Disease and Multiple Sclerosis. We focus on neuroscience and turn data into clinically valuable insights to help clients reduce clinical development risk and improve return on investment. Our approach combines Ai machine learning imaging biomarker analysis with centralised neuroimaging services to cover every stage of clinical development through to post-marketing surveillance. We are committed to investing in validated, peer‑reviewed disease‑optimised machine learning Ai analytics and in infrastructure to support growth. Our people are empowered through the “4A” values: Aspiration, Ability, Agility and Accountability.

To help us deliver our medical image analysis solutions to large clinical trials we are hiring a Associate Data Manager on a permanent full-time basis.

Purpose of the Role

Working closely with the Project Manager and Science Lead, the Associate Clinical Data Manager will be responsible for data cleaning and transfer of clinical neuroimaging data on a varied portfolio of neurology clinical trials.

The Associate Clinical Data Manager will ensure the data management process on each new Project is setup, quality controlled, and managed robustly; meeting regularly with the Site Manager and Image Analyst to maintain oversight of this dataflow and support with issue resolutions as they arise throughout the Project. The Associate Clinical Data Manager will be the escalation point and point of contact for the Sponsor and IXICO Project Manager on all data-related questions and is directly responsible for performing data checks/reconciliations, and execution of data and image transfers.

IXICO operates its own in-house Clinical Data Management (CDM) System called TrialTracker TM along with cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence algorithms for analysing brain scans. IXICO’s processes are tailored for managing neuroimaging data and IXICO Clinical Data Managers have the opportunity to become specialised in handling neuroimaging data within a unique CDM system.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative, but not exhaustive of the role. There may be some variation and/or development of these duties and responsibilities without changing the general nature of the role.

• Performs data management activities, focusing on data cleaning and data transfer of imaging data sent through to IXICO for assigned projects.
• Ensure the data cleaning and transfer processes on each new project is setup, quality controlled, and managed robustly.
• Attend and participate in sponsor meetings as requested.
• Act as the escalation point and point of contact for the Sponsor and IXICO project Manager on all data related questions.
• Perform QC on all aspects of work performed in Site Management, Image Analysis and Data Management teams to ensure that data quality and integrity is maintained.
• Run and perform routine ad hoc data cleaning checks on Project data, identifying errors, inconsistencies and discrepant data for resolution.
• Track outstanding issues and following-up until resolution.
• Maintain, organize, complete, and update study documentation, including writing Data Transfer Agreements and Image Transfer Agreements and configuring associated extracts for data transfer output.
• Write project-specific transfer work instructions and perform test/production transfers.
• Assist in standardising and documenting data management procedures.
• Follow all IXICO data management (DM) procedures, policies, and work instructions.
• Read, understand, and follow applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Life Sciences or related field preferred, or equivalent experience required.
• 1+ years’ experience of working in data management within the Pharmaceutical, Biotech or CRO industry recommended.
• Strong IT skills (working within cloud-based database systems desirable) and demonstrate experience of working with a variety of data formats.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office tools including Word and in particular Excel.
• Ability to learn other computer systems, including databases.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
• Team oriented and flexible; ability to function in high volume environment with competing priorities.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously under direction and prioritise workload.
• Ability to work independently in a group setting; ability to adjust to changing priorities.
• Maintain a professional and positive attitude.
• SASExperience.
• SQLExperience.
• Staff Annual Bonus Plans and Annual Salary Review.
• Generous employer pension contribution of 6%.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing up to 28 days with every year at IXICO.
• BUPA private medical insurance scheme.
• Life Assurance of 4x annual salary.
• Employee Benefits Portal, offering various discounts in retail, food & drink, and entertainment.
• Engaging and social environment, with fundraising and sporting activities and seasonal events such as Summer and Christmas parties.
• Wellbeing initiatives such as eye tests, flu jabs, and Mental Health Awareness Training.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering advice and support on a wide range of topics.
• Hybrid working model pattern split between working in the City of London and remotely.
• Reimbursement allowance to purchase equipment to support working from home.
• Generous employee referral scheme offering £2,000 for referring a successful candidate to the company.
• Financial assistance for professional qualifications.
• Opportunity to contribute to an industry where your work has an impact every single day.

How to Apply

IXICO is committed to creating a representative, inclusive and empowered team, because diverse experiences, perspectives and backgrounds make a better workplace and better services.

IXICO does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion or belief, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other protected class.

This is a great opportunity for a motivated Associate Data Manager in a permanent full-time capacity to thrive in an engaging and fast-paced environment, to make a difference on an everyday basis.

If you think IXICO should meet you, please send us your CV and covering letter by email to [e-mail] or apply directly via LinkedIn. We are looking forward to your application.

Please note that our entire business is operating under a Hybrid-Working Model, where UK-based employees are required to attend our London office 2 days a week. If you have any questions, please reach out to our careers team.

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