Data Manager Job Opportunity at MITU

Data Manager Job Opportunity at MITU

Position: Data Manager

MITU

The Mwanza Intervention Trials Unit (MITU) based at the National Institute for Medical Research campus in
Mwanza, Tanzania is a collaborative research unit of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine and the National Institute for Medical Research. The mission of the Mwanza Intervention Trials Unit is to contribute to improving health through the development and evaluation of interventions against HIV and other health problems by conducting research, including clinical trials, to the highest international standards; to enhance the capacity to carry out such research in Tanzania and the East African region; and to contribute to the translation of research findings into health policy. MITU is currently collaborating with other international research partners to implement human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine trials. The Unit is now inviting applications from highly motivated and suitably qualified candidates to fill the following position:

Data Manager:

We are seeking to appoint a capable and enthusiastic Data Manager to join the data team within the Unit. The
Data Manager will work closely with the Senior Data Manager and other Data Managers to ensure that the data section effectively supports the implementation of MITU projects.

The successful applicant will be a holder of a BSc. in Computer Science or a related field, ideally with a postgraduate training in clinical research data management. They should be able to demonstrate: proven
technical expertise in database design and administration; experience in clinical data management in research setting; and working knowledge in GCP.

Principal Responsibilities:

To be responsible for day-to-day data management of studies assigned to him/her by the Senior Data Manager, and ensure Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are strictly followed up in all studies. Work closely with the senior data manager and study teams to establish study-specific data management plans and maintain a database of assigned studies. To enter questionnaires, laboratory and other study data into a database for various studies.

Specific Responsibilities:

• To develop study-specific data management plans and design, validate and maintain clinical trial
  databases.
• To update study databases as required after comparison of first and second entry.
• To ensure data queries are raised, tracked and resolved in a timely and accurate manner.
• To update study databases with query resolutions.
• To ensure electronic devices (Tablets and/or Smartphone) used for data collection are properly handled
  and used by field teams, and properly charged and safely stored within the data section.
• To provide regular report to the Senior Data Manager of work accomplished and plans for next day(s).
• Enter data into computer using a range of different software applications.
• To undertake other duties as required.

Person Specification:

Essential and desirable qualifications and skills for this post are:

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree/advanced diploma in Computer Science/IT/ICT or related field.

Mode of application:

• Interested applicants should submit a letter of application together with their CV and copies of all
  relevant certificates, memberships and qualifications: [email protected] no later than 31st January 2025.
• The applicants must clearly state the job title for which they are applying in the subject line of the email.
• Documents attached to the email including the cover letter and CV should be clearly saved using the applicants full name, the type of document and date of submission in the file name e.g. First Name_Last name_CV_10Jan2025.
• Paper applications will not be accepted.

Interviews will be held at the earliest available opportunity and only shortlisted candidates will be notified by
email if selected for interview.

If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please consider yourself unsuccessful.

MITU is an equal opportunity organization, female applicants and people with disability are highly
encouraged to apply.

MITU never asks for money at any stage of its recruitment process; this includes application
fees, interview fees, processing fees, or any other form of payment. If you are ever contacted
by someone claiming to be from the MITU staff and asking for money, it is a scam and should
be reported immediately.

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