Specialist in Research Data Management - Public Health Sciences

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Job Description: The Department of Public Health Sciences (DPHS) at Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, PA is seeking a Research Data Management Specialist to join its talented Data Management team. The Research Data Management Specialist will manage multiple data sets and corresponding documentation and collaborate with the research team (including other data management positions) to plan and implement data management procedures for multiple clinical research projects. This position is approved to be fully remote. Work Location: Remote/Telework Responsibilities: - Responsible for designing, testing, and maintaining data management applications and databases; developing data collection forms; creating and testing data quality checks; importing and exporting data; monitoring data quality; developing, executing, and distributing reports; and preparing manuals of operations procedure. - Provide training to research staff on data quality procedures, complete data verification and validation, as well as evaluate data management systems for quality improvement and efficiency. Required Knowledge/Experience: - B.S. or higher in information science, statistics or social, behavioral, or health sciences with proven analytic skills, and/or relevant work experience in data management, data processing, and/or clinical research - Proficient in REDCap, Zoom, and Microsoft Office Software (e.g., Teams) and readily adaptable to learning new software programs. Typical Education & Experience - 2+ years related experience - Bachelor’s Degree or higher Or an equivalent combination of education and experience This is a limited-term position funded for one year from date of hire, with the possibility of refunding. The following clearances must be successfully completed for this position: - Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check - Pennsylvania Child Abuse History - Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Background Check Penn State is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR is available for review here. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background checks in accordance with University policies. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Affirmative Action Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines