Manager, Clinical Research Data, Gerontology/ADRC Position Available In Forsyth, North Carolina

Manager, Clinical Research Data, Gerontology/ADRC Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Clinical Research Data Manager is responsible for the oversight, administration, and coordination of policies and procedures related to data management within the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center. This role ensures compliance with regulatory standards and contributes to the efficiency and integrity of research data operations.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Research, Biological Sciences, or a related field.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in clinical research data management.
Experience in Academic Clinical Research is preferred.
Prior data management experience in a hospital, medical school, or clinical research unit is highly desirable.
Proficiency with R and/or SAS is required.
Experience pulling data from SQL servers is preferred.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION & REGISTRATION CITI

Certification is preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provide administrative leadership in interpreting and implementing clinical research data management policies, procedures, and programs.
Collaborate with research and department leadership to manage data aspects of research programs, including database builds, validation, and case report form (CRF) development.
Evaluate resource utilization, make recommendations for improvements, and develop systems for continuous monitoring to optimize operational efficiency.

Staff Management & Development:

Provide oversight for data management staff, including hiring, performance evaluations, promotions, and scheduling.
Assign tasks and allocate resources to meet department goals effectively.
Formulate and implement short

• and long-term strategies to enhance data management processes and operational efficiencies.

Ensure all projects comply with operating procedures, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), ICH guidelines, Good Clinical Data Management Practices (GCDMP), FDA regulations, and audit requirements.
Implement standardized data management procedures to ensure timely and high-quality data submissions aligned with study requirements.

SOP Development & Review:

Assist in the creation and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions related to data management activities.
Provide feedback on essential study documents, including protocols, Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs), and Data Management Plans (DMPs).
Serve as a liaison between faculty, administration, and external organizations to facilitate operations, contract negotiations, and problem resolution.
Represent leadership in meetings, conferences, and other administrative engagements.

Reporting & Analysis:

Prepare operational and financial reports, identifying progress, trends, and areas for improvement.
Utilize R and SAS for data analysis and reporting.
Oversee the onboarding and continued training of staff members.
Conduct training sessions and lectures on data management processes and standards to enhance team knowledge and compliance.

Additional Responsibilities:

Perform other duties as assigned to support the research unit’s objectives and mission.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Comprehensive knowledge of healthcare administration and federal regulations related to human subject research.
Proficiency in clinical trial management systems and research data management software.
Strong leadership and organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a dynamic research environment. About Us Wake Forest University School of Medicine (WFUSM) is a U.S. News and World Report top 50 ranked medical school, integrated with a world-class health system, Atrium Health. WFUSM, the academic core of Atrium Health Enterprise, is a recognized leader in experiential medical education and groundbreaking research that includes Wake Forest Innovations, a commercialization enterprise focused on advancing health care through new medical technologies and biomedical discovery. WFUSM, has over $300M in annual, extramural funding that drives a cutting-edge Academic Learning Health System by integrating innovative research with excellent patient care across our enterprise. Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina and is part of Advocate Health, which is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is the fifth-largest nonprofit health system in the United States, created from the combination of Atrium Health and Advocate Aurora Health. AHWFB is an 885-bed tertiary-care hospital in Winston-Salem

• that includes Brenner Children’s Hospital, five community hospitals, more than 300 primary and specialty care locations and more than 2,700 physicians. Our highly integrated academic and clinical environment is deeply committed to improving health, elevating hope, and advancing healing
• for all. It should be noted that while you are applying on the Wake Forest University School of Medicine Career Site, you will receive communications from the Atrium Health Recruitment Team. Please know that this is an expected process. Thanks in advance for your flexibility. About the Team Mission, Vision and Culture Commitments Mission To improve health, elevate hope and advance healing
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• always Manager, Clinical Research Data, Gerontology/ADRC Wake Forest University School of Medicine
  Winston-Salem, NC
  Full Time Published on 03/30/2025