CLINICAL DATABASE MANAGER I

Clinical Database Manager I

The University of Alabama at Birmingham

The Center for AIDS Research at UAB is a thriving center in support of multidisciplinary HIV research that is led by investigators at UAB and collaborating institutions.  We seek a researcher with expertise in biostatistics to contribute to the design, implementation, and analysis of research data projects. Specifically, this position performs data management and analysis and contributes to writing scientific papers and reports. This position supports research studies addressing consequential questions in HIV prevention, care, and treatment in Alabama, the southeast US region, and nationally. This position will include data management, programming, and production of data tables and statistical summaries that are used by CFAR investigators. Particular focus will be on using longitudinally collected laboratory data and merging among multiple big data sources. This position will also be responsible for contributing to grant proposals, conference abstracts, and manuscripts, and there may be opportunities to present data at national and international meetings. The position demands an understanding of research design, data management, and statistical analysis and achieving research milestones in a rapidly changing environment. The position also requires good interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a team context, as well as the ability to exercise independent judgment and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. This position works directly with multiple CFAR investigators and reports to the CFAR Associate Director.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Data Management: Develop and maintain databases that may include clinical and laboratory data. Design and implement data quality control measures.  Advise on appropriate use of large databases, including key variables and variable definitions. Provide timely and accurate responses to concept submissions, data queries, and requests from multiple investigators. Provide documented study datasets for analysis. Maintain a proactive and forward-thinking approach to data management and report generation. Work closely with investigators and CFAR team to understand project goals and execute reporting and queries to meet timelines
• Data Analysis: Prepare tabular, graphical, and statistical summary reports in support of investigator research and publication. Prepare statistical analysis plans in conjunction with CFAR investigators. Assist in writing scientific manuscripts and review of statistical methods and outcomes for correctness and completeness
• Perform other duties as assigned

 Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Work Characteristics

• Written and verbal communication skills across different types of scientists 
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Leadership skills 
• Work in SAS or R statistical packages

Salary Range: $63,875 - $103,800

• Master's degree in a related field and five (5) years of related experience required
• Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement

Preferred Qualifications              

• Master's degree in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Public Health, Public Administration, Hospital Administration