Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Data Manager to join our dynamic research team at the Dubowitz Neuromuscular Centre at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children and UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health.
The Dubowitz Neuromuscular Centre follows a large number of children affected by a variety of neuromuscular disorders and is a leading international centre for the research, management and therapy of childhood neuromuscular disorders. We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Data Manager to work on the Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) National Platform; the first national clinical and research network focusing on clinical and physiotherapy assessment and standards of care.
The post-holder will be responsible for capturing SMA trial data and managing the database on a day-to-day basis, working collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team and supported by the Chief Investigator and the Trial Manager, working at all times in accordance with research legislation. They will need excellent communication and time management skills as they will be responsible for liaising with other study sites and external stakeholders to meet tight deadlines. This will be an exciting, interesting and challenging post which will suit an experienced Data Manager with a background in clinical research and an interest in clinical neurosciences.
Main duties of the job
- To work with the SMA REACH study team to develop a schedule for clinical data capture for SMA REACH and to identify the time frames within which this work must be completed, ensuring the data is submitted in a timely manner and that contractual obligations are met.
- To be responsible for the timely capture of complex clinical data from source documentation i.e. from medical notes and paper based case record forms, ensuring data is accurately entered into the appropriate electronic database.
- To build and maintain effective working relationships with staff members both within the Dubowitz Neuromuscular Centre, in other departments within the Trust and ICH and with external stakeholders e.g. Pharmaceutical companies.
- To liaise with the senior research coordinator, project manager and the data management team (as well as sites open to SMA REACH) in order to clarify source data which may be unclear, prior to data entry, helping to facilitate a reduced number of data queries generated.
- To take the data lead for SMA REACH supporting the senior research coordinator for SMA REACH and monitoring visits associated with SMA REACH.
- To support the SMA REACH study team in ensuring all participants who have consented to take part in a clinical trial/research study, have the trial/study R&D number recorded on EDGE/CPMS, ensuring the maintenance of accurate Trust accrual data.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of therole, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience andknowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of therole, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience andknowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Knowledge of health information management acquired through a relevant specialist qualification or equivalent experience of information handling and analysis gained in a work environment
- Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline (i.e. science, health, health management, social science)
- Good Clinical Practice Training
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of the Data Protection Act and GDPR in healthcare
- Experience of working on multiple parallel tasks to strict and often tight deadlines
- Experience of managing information systems and developing databases and spreadsheets
- Experience of working in a clinical trial or research environment in either a pharmaceutical company, NHS Trust or a university
- Experience of multidisciplinary working, both internally and externally
- Knowledge and understanding of UK/EU legislation for management of clinical research including the Research Governance Framework
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Understanding of NHS IT Infrastructure, system requirements and quality standards
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Computer literate with good IT skills including the upkeep of databases
- Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with staff at all levels
- Able to handle sensitive and/or confidential information
- Able to transcribe data in a timely manner and consistently accurate manner with excellent attention to detail
- Able to work calmly under pressure and manage and prioritise own workload whilst performing to tight deadlines
- Ability to compile, interrogate and analyse data to make appropriate recommendations
- Able to make sound judgements, use own initiative and work with minimal day-to-day supervision
Desirable
- Ability to use Electronic Health Record Systems and web-based applications
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Knowledge of health information management acquired through a relevant specialist qualification or equivalent experience of information handling and analysis gained in a work environment
- Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline (i.e. science, health, health management, social science)
- Good Clinical Practice Training
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of the Data Protection Act and GDPR in healthcare
- Experience of working on multiple parallel tasks to strict and often tight deadlines
- Experience of managing information systems and developing databases and spreadsheets
- Experience of working in a clinical trial or research environment in either a pharmaceutical company, NHS Trust or a university
- Experience of multidisciplinary working, both internally and externally
- Knowledge and understanding of UK/EU legislation for management of clinical research including the Research Governance Framework
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Understanding of NHS IT Infrastructure, system requirements and quality standards
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Computer literate with good IT skills including the upkeep of databases
- Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with staff at all levels
- Able to handle sensitive and/or confidential information
- Able to transcribe data in a timely manner and consistently accurate manner with excellent attention to detail
- Able to work calmly under pressure and manage and prioritise own workload whilst performing to tight deadlines
- Ability to compile, interrogate and analyse data to make appropriate recommendations
- Able to make sound judgements, use own initiative and work with minimal day-to-day supervision
Desirable
- Ability to use Electronic Health Record Systems and web-based applications
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
