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The Department of Biostatistics Clinical Trial Statistical Data Management Center is seeking Clinical Trials & Data Management Research Assistant, Associate and Specialist positions, remote and hybrid work available. Responsibilities include assisting in the development of data management plans and identifying appropriate resources for research projects; assisting with designing forms to collect and track study data, subjects, drugs, biological specimens and/or procedures; assisting in the design of database management system applications and developing specifications for data collection and modules; assisting with data processing tasks including data cleaning, reconciliation, and reporting. This position will work closely with external research partners and other CTSDMC team members to determine requirements and create comprehensive solutions for data collection, verification and validation. As a member of the CTSDMC Data Management team, this position will work closely with the IT and Protocol Coordination teams to develop the databases and data entry systems. This position is responsible for mission-critical research applications and sensitive data, so attention to detail and quality are critical.
Benefits Highlights:
This is a regular, salaried position. Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at: Benefits | University Human Resources – The University of Iowa (uiowa.edu)
Application Details:
To be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to five professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
This position is eligible for remote or hybrid work within Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.
Additional Information:
Classification Title: Clinical Trials & Data Management Research Assistant, Associate and Specialist
Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
Schedule: 100% positions available
Work Modality Options: on-campus/Hybrid/remote within Iowa negotiable
Pay Level: Research Assistant 3A Research Associate 4A Research Specialist 5A
Contact Information:
Organization: College of Public Health
Contact Name: Kay Shie
Contact Email: kay-shie@uiowa.edu
Required:
Research Assistant:
Requires the academic knowledge of a discipline plus the ability to translate, adapt and apply this knowledge that is generally associated with a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail
Strong interpersonal and organization skills
Ability to apply critical thinking, technical problem solving, and analyzing system specifications
Occasional out-of-state travel
Knowledge and considerable experience with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
Highly Desirable:
Knowledge and some experience (1 year) with database programming (e.g. SQL), or relational database systems or statistical packages (SAS or R).
Desirable:
Knowledge of and/or experience with Azure DevOps for development tracking
Knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11 compliance
Knowledge of GCP and ICH guidelines
Required:
Research Associate:
Requires the academic knowledge of a scientific field including advanced study or demonstrated capacity for scientific research that is generally associated with a Bachelor’s degree, supplemented by one or more years of progressively responsible experience in the data management field including data collection tool development and/or data cleaning or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Ability to apply critical thinking, technical problem solving, and analyzing system specifications
Occasional out-of-state travel
Knowledge and considerable experience with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
Highly Desirable:
Knowledge and some experience (2-3 years) with database programming (e.g. SQL), or relational database systems or statistical packages (SAS or R).
Desirable:
Knowledge and/or experience with Azure DevOps for development tracking.
Familiarity with research processes
Experience in design and development of database system and developing specifications for applications
Experience with group presentations
Knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11 compliance
Knowledge of GCP and ICH guidelines
Required:
Research Specialist:
Requires the academic knowledge of a scientific field, including advanced study or demonstrated capacity for scientific research, that is generally associated with a Master’s degree, supplemented by three or more years of progressively responsible experience in the data management field including data collection tool development and/or data cleaning, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Ability to apply critical thinking, technical problem solving, and analyzing system specifications
Occasional out-of-state travel
Knowledge and considerable experience with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
Highly Desirable:
Knowledge and experience (4-5 years) with database programming (e.g. SQL), or relational database systems or statistical packages (SAS or R).
Experience with Microsoft PowerBI for data visualization
Desirable:
Knowledge of and/or experience with Azure DevOps for development tracking
Experience conducting clinical or social science research
Experience in design and development of database system and developing specifications for applications
Experience with group presentations
Knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11 compliance
Knowledge of GCP and ICH guidelines
Additional Information
- Classification Title: Clin Trials Rsrch Specialist
- Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
- Schedule: Full-time
- Work Modality Options: On Campus, Hybrid within Iowa, Remote within Iowa
Compensation
- Pay Level: 5A
Contact Information
- Organization: College of Public Health
- Contact Name: Kay Shie
- Contact Email: kay-shie@uiowa.edu
