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Clinical Research Informatics Specialist - Associate

Job Description
Under direct supervision, performs data management tasks for studies using primarily traditional form-based data capture. Manages timeline; identifies and escalates risk.

Responsibilities

Create data and workflow diagrams based on written procedures, study protocols, interviews, observations, and expert knowledge.
Design and maintain study specific forms including form completion instructions and medical record abstraction guidelines.
Create logical data models based on study protocols, data dictionaries, forms, documents, and expert knowledge.
Draft and ensure up-to-date and accurate Data Management Plans (DMPs) including data definition, data models, data access and control procedures, study-specific procedures for all operations performed on data, study management reports, data quality control procedures, audit findings and corrective action responses.
Respond to internal and external audits by suggesting corrective action where necessary.
Provide leadership, day-to-day direction, support, and project coordination for Research Data Coordinators on project teams.
Serve as the primary point of contact for the UT Health research team for Informatics aspects of clinical studies; regularly interact with Sponsor representatives.
Maintain the scope of work throughout the project.
Draft and maintain deliverables, deliverable tasks, and timelines in the Project Management System for projects.
Manage data processing and other informatics operations on clinical studies.
Design and use study reports to manage aspects of studies and support overall management of clinical studies.
Provide regular and quantitative progress reports on system development, testing and implementation
Ensure identification, documentation and appropriate communication and handling of unplanned data-related problems and risk arising during a study.,
Monitor and control data accuracy and completeness.
Hold regular team meetings to communicate project information and manage work on studies.

Qualifications

Ability to work in a diverse team environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills. and public speaking ability.
Possess strong attention to detail and a penchant for quality workmanship.
Strong personal computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Ability to work in a multi-tasked matrixed environment
Basic knowledge, skills and abilities with data management tools and methodologies.
Self-motivated and result oriented; takes ownership for deliverables and deadlines.

EDUCATION:

Bachelors degree in a health profession is required.

EXPERIENCE:

Three (3) years of related work experience is required.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:

Clinical Data Manager (Required within 1 year of hire).
The Association for Clinical Research Professionals (Required within 1 year of hire).

Required Skills

Three (3) years of relatedwork experience is required.

About Us

Benefits Overview

UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.

Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.

Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.

Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.

Disability - Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working.

FSAs - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.

Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.

Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:

Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.

Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.

EEO Statement

UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

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