Purpose of the position
This position will coordinate data entry and other data management activities providing Data Management and Biostatistics support through designing, setting up of data management systems, and validating databases for clinical studies and in the preparation of the necessary clinical data related documentation.
Specific job responsibilities
Assist in setting up data management systems for the DNDi Data Management and Biostatistics department, together with the implementation, review, and monitoring of the systems
Design, set up, and validate databases and data entry screens for clinical research projects, and prepare the necessary documentation
Develop, write, test, and validate inbuilt data inconsistency checks
Ensure that data queries are raised and resolved in a timely and accurate manner
Ensure data management quality control procedures are done in a timely and accurate manner
Provide feedback and training to study teams regarding common data errors
Supervise, train data management officers and data entry staff
Take lead in Case Report Form (CRF) development
Contribute to the development of SOPs for the data team, in compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Coordinate data entry and other data management activities both at trial sites and the Data Management and Biostatistics department (including Electronic Data Capture)
Assist in developing effective systems and procedures for ensuring an efficient and reliable data management service in DNDi Data Management and Biostatistics department
Participate in efforts geared towards improving the effectiveness and efficiency of operations in accordance with the policies and procedures as laid down in the organization’s quality manual
Reporting line
S/he reports to the Data Operations Manager
Close working relationship with the relevant members of the DNDi East Africa regional office in Nairobi and DNDi global disease teams
Job requirements
Skills and attributes
Ability to use initiative, prioritize, multi-task, and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
Clear and systematic thinking that demonstrates good judgment and problem-solving competencies.
Very good communication skills in multicultural, multi-lingual environments
Ability to work effectively as part of a multicultural team
Well organized and structured
Very good analytical skills
Ability to contribute to the project delivery under minimum supervision
Ability to manage middle sized projects with budget management under supervision
Provide specialist services to operational line or project team
Ability to solve non-routine problems on a case by case/project basis
Has certain autonomy for taking actions and decisions
Ability to interact with external stakeholders
Ability to be the focal point/manager for consultants
Ability to supervise at a smaller level
Experience
Minimum 6 years’ relevant experience with at least 3 years data management experience in a clinical research environment
Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and matrix structure
Experience working with Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems
Education
Graduate or post graduate degree in computer science/ICT/IT or relevant field
Other requirements
Fluency in English and French
Travel up to 25%
To apply
Please submit your application using the online form
Deadline for application: Accepting applications until 28 February 2021
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Application submission for this position may close early if we have enough suitable applicants
Apply via :
dndi.org
