Data Assistant (REDCap and Data Management Specialist) - Upstate University Hospital : Job Details

Job Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Data Assistant with expertise in REDCap and clinical trial data management. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing and maintaining clinical trial data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and supporting the research team with data entry, validation, and reporting. Proficiency in REDCap, other data management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite is essential. This role will require collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure the accuracy, security, and proper documentation of clinical trial data. Key Responsibilities: * REDCap Database Management: * Design, create, and manage REDCap data collection forms, surveys, and databases specifically for clinical trial data. *Oversee user permissions and ensure that data management practices comply with clinical trial regulations and institutional policies. *Develop efficient workflows for clinical data capture, tracking, and reporting in REDCap. *Data Management & Quality Control: *Handle the entry, cleaning, validation, and formatting of clinical trial data across various databases, ensuring high data quality and integrity. *Perform regular data audits and quality checks to ensure data completeness and compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and other regulatory standards. *Address and resolve any data inconsistencies, working closely with the clinical team to ensure accurate trial documentation. Data Collection, Reporting & Analysis: *Assist in coordinating clinical trial data collection efforts, ensuring tools are functional and accessible to research teams. *Prepare accurate data reports, summaries, and visualizations for clinical research teams, sponsors, and regulatory bodies. *Ensure compliance with trial protocols, timelines, and data-related milestones Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: *Utilize Microsoft Excel for data organization, analysis, and reporting. *Use Microsoft Word to assist with the creation of documentation and reports for clinical trials. *Employ Microsoft PowerPoint to present clinical trial data and findings to various stakeholders. Position will require: *Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage large datasets efficiently. *Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently as well as in a team. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in data management, Health Sciences, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experiance. Preferred Qualifications: At least one year experience in clinical research, data entry, and understanding of clinical trial regulations (e.g., GCP, FDA, IRB requirements). Knowledge of other data management tools and software is a plus (e.g., SAS, SPSS, GraphPad, or similar). Experience with electronic data capture (EDC) systems in clinical trial settings. Familiarity with data privacy regulations (e.g., HIPAA). Work Days: Monday through Friday daytime hours. Message to Applicants: Salary Range:$50,000-$65,000 RecruitmentOffice: Human Resources recblid lvkcjumrfmc6yqqqtqh13dyem0ih9t