Data Manager (12 Months Contract)

Main purpose of the job:
Oversee all data management aspects of multiple studies at RMPRU, including study documentation, timelines, and staffing to ensure data integrity
Location:
VIDA CHAMPS – Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital – Soweto - Johannesburg
Key performance areas:
Receive forms or files from the clinic and compare them with an updated tracking log
Create SOPs
Checking of forms for missing data and specific edits
Ensure double data entries are completed timeously
contribute to the Data Management section in protocols and grants
Assist with tracking research forms and patient/ participant files
Implementation of data management plans
Maintain safe and secure storage of all electronic data and case report forms
Maintain research participant confidentiality
Data backups and data maintenance as and when required
Ensure that Good Clinical Practice guidelines are followed
Liaise with the study officers at sites with respect to data queries and manage the flow of queries
Ensure that research data is entered correctly and timeously
Ensure that data available for analysis is clean
Resolve discrepancies and queries with relevant parties
Create both Access and online databases i.e., Redcap
Generate study randomizations
Manage and report queries on the Logic Pen system
Ensure that all documentation is filed timeously and systematically
Access and Redcap data cleaning and correction activities
Identification and resolution of database and validation errors
Participate in trial initiation meetings and/ or study team weekly meetings to discuss logistical aspects of trials
Compare data captured by Data Capturers and ensure that data is clean and accurate
Handle all data problems and queries
Ensure that Data Capturers meet their deliverables and record data as soon as possible
Supervise and manage the duties of the data team to ensure optimal staff utilization
Perform and facilitate performance development and assessments
Identify substandard performance by team members and take necessary corrective action
Coach and train subordinates and team members to ensure the acquisition of knowledge and skills required by the organization
Promote harmony, teamwork, and sharing of information
Staff management
Staff training and meetings
Involved in monitoring feedback meetings
Involvement with study co-ordinator’s and Investigator’s meetings
Act in a professional and friendly manner in all dealings with internal stakeholders
Show a high level of customer centricity at all times
Required minimum education and training:
Degree/Diploma in Information Technology other relevant data qualifications
Required minimum work experience:
3 years of experience in data management
Experience in database development using MS Access or SQL, STATA, R, SAS, Redcap
Desirable additional education, work experience, and personal a