Data Analyst, Remote

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Virginia seeks a Clinical Research Data Analyst to enhance data management for oncology trials. The role involves quality review of study data, collaboration with study teams, and ensuring data integrity. Candidates should have a background in health or life sciences, with strong communication and problem-solving skills. This position offers a robust benefits package including health benefits, vacation days, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Generous tuition benefit

Retirement planning options

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience with oncology clinical trial data management.
• Ability to discuss advanced understanding of ICH/CGP guidelines.
• Intermediate proficiency with data management tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality review and evaluation of study data.
• Act as liaison for study teams and monitoring staff.
• Support data management functions for specific protocols.

Skills

Data Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in health-sciences

Master's degree in health-sciences

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Electronic Data Capture systems

Clinical Trials Management systems

Job description

Benefits of working at VCU

All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes: comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefit, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more. Learn more about VCU’s benefits here.

Job Code 33231N 33232N 33233N 33234N 33235N 33236N Recruitment Pool All Applicants Posting Number req7394 Unit Massey Comprehensive Cancer Ctr MBU Department Department Website Link https://www.masseycancercenter.org/ Location MCV Address Richmond, VA 23298 USA Duties & Responsibilities

Benefits At a Glance

• Continuing education for undergraduate and graduate tuition for a maximum of 6 credits per semester;
• Professional development opportunities encouraged and offered for employees as part of annual career development, e.g. certifications, seminars, courses, annual conferences, mentorship;
• 28 Vacation Days, 12+ State Holidays, and 4 Days to volunteer;
• Medical, Dental and Vision Health Benefits to meet the needs of employees and their eligible family members from the Commonwealth of Virginia as well as optional FSA;
• Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) and other retirement saving options;
• Parental and Caregiver Leave, Short Term Disability (STD), Disability Insurance, Voluntary Long Term Care Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.
  
  
  

Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center

Mission: To reduce the state cancer burden for all Virginians by addressing the confluence between biological, social, and policy drivers through high-impact, cutting-edge research; person-centered care across the continuum, from prevention through survivorship; community integration; and training the next generation of community-centric researchers and healthcare professionals

Vision: To be a premier community-focused cancer center leading the nation in cancer health equity research and ensuring optimal health outcomes for all

Position Primary Purpose And General Responsibilities

As a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Massey’s mission is to reduce the cancer burden through high-impact, cutting-edge clinical research. or, the Clinical Research Data Analyst will:

• Perform quality review and evaluation of study data, identifying and remediating study- specific data management issues and trends, escalating issues as needed;
• Act as liaison and resource for study teams and study monitoring staff;
• Support IIT Program interactions with biostatisticians, investigators, sites and coordinating center personnel;
• Participate in activities and tasks to enhance and maintain data management functions for specific protocols, types of protocols, study teams or sites and/or special projects as assigned;
• Use and participate in refining/developing reports and systems focused on assurance of data integrity for IITs;
• Provide support to ensure that IIT Program Coordinating Center responsibilities and objectives are met;
• Execute sound judgement within the framework of data management standards, policies and procedures;
• Engage in creative and constructive critical-thinking and teamwork to assure that investigators, protocols, study teams and IIT Program operations are supported to achieve optimum outcomes.
  
  
  

Our highest achieving and balanced Data Analysts are motivated by our team-oriented workplace with enthusiasm for cross-training and proven capacity for both collaborative and independent judgment, critical-thinking and decision-making.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health-sciences, life sciences or data-driven discipline or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training;
• Ability to discuss an advanced understanding of ICH/CGP and Human Subjects Protection guidelines in an interview;
• 3+ years’ experience with oncology clinical trial data management activities (source document data extraction, eCRF design and entry, query resolution, data extraction and review);
• Ability to discuss demonstrated ability to interpret complex clinical trial protocols in an interview;
• 3+ years’ experience assessing conformance of study data with database requirements and protocol objectives/endpoints;
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, Outlook, Visio, Electronic Data Capture systems, Clinical Trials Management systems, Smartsheets, Adobe, online databases and resources, electronic file maintenance and management and custom report application/generation with the ability to adapt to a range of database applications;
  
  
  

Candidates whose resumes highlight the following previous experience will be prioritized:

• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU;
• Advanced proficiency with data entry and word processing skills, with the ability to analyze and interpret information effectively;
• Advanced organizational abilities and a keen eye for detail to ensure accuracy and efficiency in all tasks;
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with colleagues and stakeholders;
• Interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships and collaborating with team members at all levels to gather information and support compliance efforts;
• Problem-solving and organizational aptitude, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
  
  
  

Please note VCU is not able to provide ongoing visa sponsorship for this position.

Please note that if you are employed as a university employee working in any of the health system's facilities, you will need to follow VCU Health System policies, which will include but will not be limited to, vaccination requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in health-sciences, life sciences or data-driven discipline or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training;
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, Outlook, Visio, Electronic Data Capture systems for oncology clinical trials, Clinical Trials Management systems, Smartsheets, Adobe, online databases and resources, electronic file maintenance and management and custom report application/generation with the ability to adapt to a range of database applications;
• Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) Training or knowledge of regulations regarding the use of human subjects in clinical trials, outcomes research, nursing research, and other research areas or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training;
• Certification from the Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA), the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP), CRA certification for Research Administration or demonstrated progress towards a clinical research certification.
  
  
  

Please let us know if you were referred by a current Massey employee to ensure we honor our commitment to the Employee Referral Program.

FLSA University Employee Job FTE 1 Exemption Status Exempt Restricted Position No E-Class UF - University Employee FT Job Category University Employee ORP Eligible No Salary Range Commensurate with experience, range minimum of $60,000 Compensation Type Salaried Target Hire Date 6/16/2025 Contact Information for Candidates

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