Clinical Data Manager

Massachusetts General Hospital; Somerville (MA); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts General Hospital is seeking a data manager to support multi-center clinical trials coordinated through the NCRI. The role focuses on data collection, analysis, reporting, and liaison between monitors, sites, and the NCRI.

The incumbent will develop case report forms, validate EDC systems, run data quality queries, and assist in regulatory documentation. Strong analytical skills and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Analytics or related field required.
• 0–1 year data analysis experience preferred.
• Experience with MS Office and databases desirable.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and technical aptitude.
• Able to communicate with all levels of staff and management.

Responsibilities

• Data manager for multi-center clinical trials coordinated through NCRI.
• Development/design of Electronic Case Report Forms (eCRFs).
• Testing and validating study-specific Electronic Data Capture System (EDC).
• Develop programs to check data integrity (range, error, logic checks).
• Run queries to verify data quality on a regular basis.
• Prepare reports on data quantity and quality in the data management system.
• Retrieve data and generate reports from the database as requested by senior staff.
• Assist in preparing regulatory documents for IRB/FDA submission.
• Attend meetings, teleconferences, and webinars relevant to trials.
• Develop user training materials and serve as site-user contact.

Skills

Statistics

Data analysis

Time management

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Analytics or related field

Tools

MS Access

Job description

United States, Massachusetts, Somerville

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries.

Job Summary

Job Profile Summary

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Essential Functions

• Writes and runs basic queries as needed.
• Assists in maintaining existing reporting systems.
• Contributes to presentations to key stakeholders.
• Works with senior analysts to design, maintain, and distribute reports.
• Learn leading practice analysis methodologies.
• Conduct continuous analysis of current performance and accurately forecast data trends.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree Analytics required or Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes

Experience: Data Analysis Experience 0-1 year preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Building proficiency in statistics, data analysis, and data sets.
• Proficient in time management and project management skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment to make decisions within the scope of job responsibilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in word processing, spreadsheet, and database PC applications.
• Solid quantitative, analytical, and technical aptitude skills.
• Participate in dealing with all levels of employees /management and building proficient relationships with teams and all organizational customers.
• Able to find and define problems, understand business impact, identify solutions, and provide recommendations for corrective action.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Receiving direction from the Director of Data Management of the Neurological Clinical Research Institute (NCRI), the incumbent will use a clinical trial data management system for data collection, analysis, and reporting for large multi‑center clinical trials coordinated through the MGH NCRI. The incumbent will act as a liaison between the study monitors, clinical sites collecting data, and the NCRI. The incumbent will develop case report forms, generate reports, perform data quality checks, and manage the trial‑specific database.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Data manager for multi‑center clinical trials coordinated through the Neurological Clinical Research Institute.

Specific responsibilities include

• Development/design of Electronic Case Report Forms (eCRFs)
• Testing and validating study‑specific Electronic Data Capture System (EDC)
• Developing programs to check the integrity of the data, including range, error, and logic checks
• Running queries to verify data quality on a regular basis
• Preparing reports on the quantity of data and quality in the data management system
• Retrieving data and generating reports from the database as requested by senior staff
• Assisting in preparation of regulatory documents for submission to the Institutional Review Board (IRB)/FDA
• Attending/conducting meetings, teleconferences, and webinars relevant to current or upcoming trials
• Develop user training course materials and serve as contact point for site users.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A minimum of a bachelor's degree is required. Previous clinical data management experience preferred.

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

Basic computer knowledge of MS Office applications is a must. Experience with MS Access or other databases is desirable but not required.

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

399 Revolution Drive

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$53,040.00 - $75,888.80/Annual

Grade

5

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement:

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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