Data Management Specialist

Job Title
Data Management Specialist

Requisition Number
RE52462

Working Title

Department Name
7H025:CANCER CENTER-CORE SUPPORT

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
45

Salary Range
$47,278-78,000/year

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

BS

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Required Related Experience

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting for long periods of time. Occasional lifting of objects up to 25lbs, Requires handling of light-weight objects up to 10 pounds,sitting for long periods of time, repetitive motion, some standing or walking.

Shift

Primarily day shift. Some evenings/weekends may be needed, specific schedule will be determined upon hire.

Job Summary

The Markey Cancer Center is seeking an experienced Data Management Specialist (DMS) to provide data management support for Investigator Initiated Trials. The DMS will being responsible for using OnCore , [Clinical Trials Management System and EDC (Electronic Data Capture)] Systems to build protocol calendar specifications and develop eCRFs (Electronic Case Report Forms)]. The DMS will assist in collaborating with protocol staff (Principal Investigators, Clinical Research Associates, Biostatisticians, Data Monitors, Clinical Data Managers etc.) regarding data collection throughout the study life cycle.

This position has a remote work arrangement.

IMPORTANT: Resumes and CVs cannot be substituted for a completed application. Incomplete applications could disqualify you from being considered for this position. To be considered you must fully complete the online application being sure to only put one (1) job title for each entry (multiple job titles for one employer must have separate entries), the # of hours worked per week and your ending salary. You will also be required to upload a cover letter and resume.

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Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Knowledge of clinical trials design and processes, the therapeutic area of oncology, computers, EDC systems, data management processes, forms design and development, and medical coding, OnCore and EPIC

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

BS or equivalent plus 5 years of related experience preferred.

Deadline to Apply
12/21/2025

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