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Clinical Data Manager - Temp to Hire

US - Remote

Note for Applicants: This position will begin as a full-time temporary assignment scheduled for 40 hours per week. The assignment is currently anticipated to continue through December 31, 2026, though timelines may change based on business needs and project demands.  Depending on business needs, funding, and individual performance, there may be future consideration for extension or conversion to a regular full-time employee position. Conversion or extension is not guaranteed.  

Emmes Group: Building a better future for us all.

Emmes Group is transforming the future of clinical research, bringing the promise of new medical discovery closer within reach for patients. Emmes Group was founded as Emmes more than 47 years ago, becoming one of the primary clinical research providers to the US government before expanding into public-private partnerships and commercial biopharma. Emmes has built industry leading capabilities in cell and gene therapy, vaccines and infectious diseases, ophthalmology, rare diseases, and neuroscience.

We believe the work we do will have a direct impact on patients' lives and act accordingly. We strive to build a collaborative culture at the intersection of being a performance and people driven company. We're looking for talented professionals eager to help advance clinical research as we work to embed innovation into the fabric of our company. If you share our motivations and passion in research, come join us!

Primary Purpose

The Data Manager is responsible for data management activities for research studies. The Data Manager works as an integral part of a cross-functional team through the lifecycle of the research study from design through final analysis and study closeout. The Data Manager is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the study data in the electronic database and collaborates with internal and external project teams on all aspects of data collection.

Participates with cross-functional teams in design, documentation, testing, and implementation of clinical data collection studies in an electronic data capture (EDC) system

Designs and/or develops study-specific electronic or paper Case Report Forms (CRFs), ensuring consistency with study protocol, clinical requirements, and accurate and efficient data collection

Collaborates with the project team and other study personnel to determine data collection requirements based on the study protocol and system knowledge

Documents and resolves data management issues for a protocol or group of protocols Assists with communication for internal and external teams to resolve data management issues

Creates or reviews data validation check specifications; coordinates with relevant parties in the development and testing of eCRF and data validation checks

Helps organize project team meetings and facilitates efficient project communication to ensure deadlines are met; participates in department meetings

Creates and maintains study data management documents according to instructions (e.g. Data Management Handbook, Data Management Plan, Data Validation Plan, EDC System User's Guide, EDC Training and Certification Documents)

Prepares data reports and assists with data presentations as applicable

Reviews data obtained through Electronic Medical Records (EMR) integration, commercially available EDC systems, or other external data sources

Mentors assigned employees on data management procedures and guidelines

Identifies and resolves data queries and discrepancies; contributes to data quality metrics for a protocol or project; conducts data quality audits

Conducts training for users on the EDC system and protocol-specific EDC requirements; maintains training documentation and manages system user access

Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in a public health, clinical, science, technical, or related discipline; equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Incumbent typically will possess at least 2 years of data management experience (or Master's degree) and basic understanding of the clinical development and data management processes
• Experience in clinical electronic data capture (EDC) systems preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite is essential
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time and to work with minimal supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, adaptable, and flexible

If you're looking for a career where your work advances global health and where scientific excellence meets real-world impact, join us and be part of something bigger. One Team, One Purpose.

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