Data Management Specialist

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid annual leave

Tuition benefits

Retirement planning

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking a Data Management Specialist in the Department of Biostatistics, School of Public Health MBU. The role focuses on building data collection solutions using REDCap and Veeva EDC, and facilitating secure data access and reporting.

You will perform audits to ensure data quality across multiple study sites, communicate with DCC and client teams, and transfer data securely while documenting solutions for the wider team.

Qualifications

• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to document processes.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace, esp. spreadsheets.
• Strong verbal/written communication and ability to detect nuances.
• Familiarity with medical terminology or ability to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Electronic Case Report Form Builder: use REDCap and Veeva EDC to build investigator solutions.
• Data Access and Reporting: provide data access through systems and ad hoc reports.
• Perform Audits: generate queries to locate missing or inconsistent data and drive resolution.
• Communication and Rapport Building: coordinate with DCC and study teams across remote sites.
• Data Transfer: facilitate secure file transfers and data sharing via FileLocker/Drive.
• Knowledge Management: document solutions for dissemination within the team.
• Innovation and Initiative: self-starter who identifies and implements improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Time management

Medical terminology familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's degree in related field preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Advertising Summary:Data Management Specialist in the Department of Biostatistics

Unit:School of Public Health MBU

Department: Biostatistics

Duties & Responsibilities

• Electronic Case Report Form Builder: Become a power user of available electronic data collection tools, such as the Research Electronic Data Collection (REDCap) and Veeva Electronic Data Capture systems and build solutions to fit investigator needs.
• Data Access and Reporting: Provide data access to authorized data consumers through a blend of established systems and ad hoc reporting.
• Perform Audits: Generate queries to locate missing, out of range and incongruent data entries. Communicate issues for follow-up and follow through to ensure resolution of discrepancies. Promote high quality and consistent data entry across multiple study sites.
• Communication and Rapport Building: Effectively communicate and build trust with DCC and client study team members across multiple remote sites, cultivating a friendly relationship while serving as the front line enforcement of data collection requirements.
• Data Transfer: Facilitate secure file transfers, backups, and data sharing using platforms like FileLocker, Google Drive, OneDrive, etc.
• Knowledge Management: Proactively document solutions in the preferred format and platform for dissemination within and outside the team.
• Innovation and Initiative: Act as a self-starter who is excited by challenges and capable of independently identifying and implementing effective solutions in accordance with organizational policy.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High level of attention to detail.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to triage complex technical issues. Ability to document technical processes and create user-friendly guides.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace suite of tools, particularly spreadsheets.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills, including the ability to detect subtle nuances.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, or the ability to learn quickly, is required.
• Demonstrated ability to manage assignments, prioritize work details, and perform tasks accurately and consistently.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates or bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Familiarity with research processes and workflows.

Salary Range:$42,000 - $52,000

Benefits: 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 benefits, 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.

FLSA Exemption Status:Non-Exempt

Restricted Position:No

ORP Eligible:No

University Job Title:34051N - Lab/Research Technician 1