Data Manager at 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.