About PREVAIL:

PREVAIL, or the Partnership for Research on Vaccines and Infectious Diseases in Liberia is a clinical research partnership between the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Liberian Ministry of Health

Summary of Position:

The Database Manager will perform specialized data management duties such as data entry and validation, query identification and resolution including record-keeping and managing study forms.

Description of Responsibilities

• Assists in the development and review of study protocols, and Case Report Forms (CRFs), with providing support in the development of effective data management methods and practices.
• Designs, develops and maintains clinical research databases to efficiently and accurately capture and manage study data.
• Oversees data entry processes and ensures data is accurately and consistently entered into the database.
• Implements data validation checks and error handling procedures to maintain data quality.
• Assists in developing queries from the database and shares with clinical staff.
• In collaboration with the Quality Control team, resolves all data queries generated from the data management system.
• Enforces data security protocols to protect sensitive patient information and maintain compliance with privacy regulations.
• Regularly backs up databases and implements disaster recovery plans.
• Assists in developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for data management and other related areas of PREVAIL studies.
• Assists in the conduct of meetings with other PREVAIL working groups or relevant personnel.
• Enters research data accurately and efficiently into electronic databases or data management systems.
• Works closely with data analyst and biostatistician to facilitate data extraction and reporting.
• Assists in generating reports for regulatory submissions or other operational purposes.
• Ensure that appropriate security measures are taken to prevent unauthorized access to the PREVAIL database.
• Identifies troubleshooting from the computerized database and takes appropriate action in discussion with your line manager.
• Provides technical support to clinical staff during data collection.
• Ensures backup of all electronic data where applicable in accordance with the guidelines and regulations for data management
• Any other relevant duties as directed and in line with your supervisor.

Skills:

• Detail-oriented and strong time management skills.
• Knowledge of statistical methodology and analysis.
• Experience using MS Office and database management applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including ability to effectively deal with email inquiries.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors of Science degree or higher in any of the following: Statistics, Mathematics, Health Informatics, or Data Management, Computer Science
• Preferred Job-related Experience: At least three (3) years of relevant experience in data management.
• Additional Eligibility Qualifications: Minimum of five (5) years’ experience managing staff in multiple levels of an organization, both management and individual contributor level staff.
• Proficient in database management systems (eg. My SQL, REDCap, Oracle)
• Knowledge of data privacy regulations and best practices (eg. GCP, GDMP, HIPAA)

Application Instructions:

To apply, please download and complete an application by clicking the apply button below and return the completed application form with your Resume/CV per the below:

For current PREVAIL staff, a completed application form and CV/Resume must be sent toprevailjobs@tmg-liberia.com

For all other applicants, completed application form and CV/Resume must be sent tojobs@tmg-liberia.com

All applicants must take note of the email submission instructions in bold and italics above.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of tasks, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned with or without notice. It is anticipated that the position will be effective on or about June 3, 2024.

TMG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and vacancies listed in the job announcement are open to the public including employees currently working under the incumbent PREVAIL subcontract.