The Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC) seeks to hire a suitable candidate for the position of Junior Data Manager to be based at Tororo site. The Successful candidate will be reporting to the Senior Data Manager.
Job description:
• Design, create and modify databases in MS Access and/or SQL Server.
• Maintain and improve upon the current data management and reporting systems based on feedback from staff.
• Liaise with study team members to investigate and rectify data queries.
• Oversee entire data life cycle from data collection to final clean datasets.
• Incorporate new projects into the current data management system.
• Design and create secure web pages to interact with project databases for reporting, extracting data, viewing data.
• Maintain the collaboration’s computers and networks including backup systems and antivirus software in Tororo branch.
• Supervise data entry/officer personnel.
• Ensure data from all projects is entered accurately and in a timely manner-prioritize projects as need arises.
• Administer Windows server and SQL Servers, manage, troubleshoot and respond to
infrastructure and application issues
• Test and maintain data back-up protocols to ensure availability
• Ensure computer security by running latest antivirus and OS patches
• Help project staff with computer-related problems, requests, or questions
Qualifications and other desirables for the job:
1. Bachelor’s degree in IT related courses from a recognized University.
2. Prior experience working in data management of at least 2 years
3. Prior experience working in a clinical trial and or experience working in malaria research should be an added advantage
4. Evidence of training in Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
5. Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
HOW TO APPLY:
Submit your applications using this link on the IDRC website: http://idrcuganda.org/careers.html
ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT COMMENTS:
1. All applications must be submitted through the IDRC website on or before 5:00pm,
Tuesday 6th July 2021.
2. Submission of incomplete or inaccurate documents will render the applicant ineligible
for consideration for the job opening.
3. Applications cannot be amended following submission.
4. ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED FURTHER.
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