Research Data Manager

University of Manchester; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employer contribution pension

29 days annual leave + holidays

Ride to work and EV car scheme

Job summary

University of Manchester is seeking a motivated Research Data Manager to lead the collection, QA and management of imaging and clinical datasets for the GLIOGEN-X project. You will partner with neuroradiology and neuro-oncology teams to ensure secure data transfer and high data integrity.

The role requires HCPC registration, understanding of MRI workflows and DICOM/PACS expertise, with responsibilities spanning de-identification, storage, cross-site coordination and progress reporting.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
• HCPC registration or equivalent professional registration.
• Understanding of neuroimaging methodologies and MRI workflows.
• Knowledge of DICOM and PACS systems.
• Managing, validating and maintaining clinical or research datasets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the collection, quality assurance and management of imaging and associated clinical datasets.
• Ensure de-identification, storage and transfer of project data.
• Liaise with clinical teams to ensure data flow and accuracy.
• Monitor data quality and resolve technical issues relating to imaging acquisition and data transfer.
• Build relationships with GLIOGEN-X consortium stakeholders and contribute to progress reports.

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience

Health Care Prof Council registration

Tools

DICOM & PACS

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and collaborative individual to join our team as a Research Data Manager. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to GLIOGEN-X, an international consortium funded by the European Union Innovation Council EIC Data Hub, Pathfinder Challenge that proposes a groundbreaking experimental framework for MRI-based, non-invasive virtual biopsy in adult patients with glioma to predicting genetic and epigenetic alterations that are essential to the diagnosis, and prognostic and predictive patients’ stratification.

You will be responsible for:

• Lead the collection, quality assurance and management of imaging and associated clinical datasets.
• Ensure de-identification, storage and transfer of project data.
• Liaise with clinical teams in neuroradiology, neuropathology, neurosurgery and neuro-oncology to ensure efficient data flow and data accuracy.
• Monitor data quality and resolve technical issues relating to imaging acquisition and data transfer.
• Build relationships GLIOGEN-X consortium stakeholders including attendance to meetings and contribution to progress reports.

We welcome candidates who bring diverse perspectives, experiences, and approaches to their work.

About You

We encourage applications from individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. You should demonstrate:

Essential Criteria:

• Degree in relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
• Health Care Profession Council registration.
• Understanding of neuroimaging methodologies and MRI workflows.
• Knowledge of DICOM and PACS systems.
• Managing, validating and maintaining clinical or research datasets.

Desirable Criteria:

• Knowledge of neuropathology, glioma classification and molecular diagnostics.
• Awareness of emerging applications of AI and advanced imaging technologies within clinical research.
• Experience of coordinating multi-site research projects.
• Experience of delivering training, guidance or support to clinical or research staff.
• Previous experience of supervising staff, students or project teams.

We value transferable skills and real-world experience as much as formal qualifications.

Our benefits include:

• Generous employer contribution pension
• 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays, along with Christmas closure
• Ride to work and EV car scheme available

For more information, please see University of Manchester Benefits. You can also find information on our Flexible and Hybrid working here.

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This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must demonstrate the right to work in the UK

Applications close at midnight on the closing date

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