JOB DESCRIPTION
The Biostatistics Unit at the Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP) provides a full range of statistical services to IGTP campus researchers and external public andprivate organisations. We support researchers throughout the entire research process,from study design and planning to data analysis and interpretation of results. Ourmission is to improve the quality and rigour of biomedical research by providing expertbiostatistical guidance. Our team consists of six highly qualified statisticians andmathematicians with extensive experience in health research.
We are seeking a Data Manager to support the development, administration, andquality management of research data systems using REDCap (Research Electronic DataCapture) across the IGTP campus. The successful candidate will work closely withinvestigators, statisticians, project managers, and research teams to design andmaintain REDCap databases, establish data-management procedures, monitor dataquality, and prepare datasets for analysis and reporting.
The role will also contribute to the standardisation and continuous improvement ofdata-management practices, promote the effective use of REDCap, and supportresearch teams throughout the data lifecycle.
We are looking for a proactive, organised, and collaborative professional with strongdata-management skills and a commitment to data quality, reproducibility, security, andgood research practices in biomedical research.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
The selected candidate will be responsible for managing REDCap projects and also supporting data quality across unit projects. Key responsibilities include:
- REDCap Database Development and Administration: Design, develop,maintain, and administer REDCap databases and data collection toolsaccording to study and project requirements.
- Data Management and Quality Assurance: Ensure data accuracy,completeness, consistency, and quality through validation checks, datacleaning, and documented data-management procedures.
- Data Extraction, Reporting, and Analysis Support: Prepare, extract, anddocument high-quality datasets and reports to support statistical analysis,monitoring, and research activities.
- Data Security and Compliance: Ensure appropriate data access,confidentiality, security, and compliance with institutional policies, researchprotocols, and applicable data-protection requirements.
- Training and User Support: Provide training, guidance, and technicalsupport to research teams on the effective and appropriate use of REDCap.
- Project Coordination: Collaborate with investigators, statisticians, projectmanagers, and other stakeholders to ensure efficient implementation andmanagement of research data systems.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested persons must attach to the application:
- Motivation letter explaining their interest in the position.
- Updated CV.
- Contact of 2-3 references.
Applications will be evaluated in accordance with the guiding principles and objectives of the supply systems, following the process described below:
- Curricular evaluation: analysis of the curriculum vitae to assess aspects related to training, professional career and experience in positions related to the job position under selection.
- Personal interview: once the résumé has been evaluated, the selected candidates will be called for a personal interview to verify and expand on the information detailed in the résumé and to evaluate aspects related to experience and professional skills.
Applications that do not meet the requirements, that are not included in the cases foreseen or that are not processed in accordance with the established procedure will not be considered in the selection process.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
The call for applications will be from 8th September to 25th September.