VACANCY NOTICE – Data Manager (1)

JOB LOCATION – Kumasi

The management of the Kumasi Centre for Collaborative Research in Tropical Medicine (KCCR) together with the Infectious Disease Epidemiology Research Group at KCCR is looking for a Data Manager.

One of the main goals of the research group is to investigate diseases causing fevers in new-born and young children to provide guidance to reduce the burden of these diseases in Ghana and beyond.

For more information, visit our webpage: Infectious Diseases & Epidemiology – KCCR

The post-holder shall undertake various activities associated with the research group. These activities will be performed either at KCCR, at the study sites in Ghana or outside Ghana. The post-holder is expected to have good organizational and communication skills. He/she should be willing to work efficiently within a multidisciplinary international team to perform all activities in a timely fashion. The post- holder will  work closely with clinical research staff, investigators, and external partners, and must maintain a professional demeanor and work collaboratively with others.

He/she is accountable in the first instance to the PI, Co-PI, Project coordinator(s). He/She should always maintain a good relationship with external partners by communicating in a professional and courteous manner.

The post-holder will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of data management within the research group. This includes planning, designing, implementing, and maintaining databases, as well as ensuring that all data collected is accurate, complete, and in compliance with regulatory requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS/PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

The post-holder should have the following:

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in a related field (i.e.: Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Health Informatics, Social Science) with at least 2 years’ experience in data management for clinical research studies

or

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (i.e.: Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Health Informatics, Social Science) with at least 3 years’ experience in data management for clinical research studies

Essential attributes

• Experience with electronic data capture systems and clinical trial databases, (e.g.REDCap).
• Proficiency in data analysis software for generating data report (Stata, SPSS, R)
• Ability to work under pressure
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and accuracy

Desired Attributes

• Experience in clinical trials is an advantage.

Remuneration will be according to KCCR standards. The contract will be for a period of 12 months (renewable) with the first 3 months as probation.

Expected starting date: March 2025

MODE OF APPLICATION

Interested persons should send their applications addressed to The Head of Administration, KCCR, KNUST, Kumasi with the following documents:

• A motivation letter (700 – 1000 words)
• A detailed CV and contact numbers and/or email addresses of three referees
• Two Recommendation Letters
• Copies of undergraduate certificates

Email them to: info@kccr.de copy to e.puorideme@kccr.de

Closing Date: February 14, 2025, 17;00 GMT. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. 

For further information on the position, please contact e.puorideme@kccr.de