The College of Nursing at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville seeks a reliable and detail-oriented Data Manager with an impeccable work ethic. This position primarily works on an NIH/NINR R01 funded research project and secondarily on a pilot project. The Data Manager will be responsible for reviewing the completeness and accuracy of collected data, identifying missing data or values outside expected ranges, tracking data that is due but not yet collected, and exporting data from REDCap to SPSS. Additional tasks include merging datasets, communicating with team members (such as data collectors) about incomplete or overdue data, and ensuring all records are kept accurate and up to date.

This is a grant-funded position and is contingent upon the continued funding of the grant.

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The College of Nursing at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville seeks a reliable and detail-oriented Data Manager with an impeccable work ethic. This position primarily works on an NIH/NINR R01 funded research project and secondarily on a pilot project. The Data Manager will be responsible for reviewing the completeness and accuracy of collected data, identifying missing data or values outside expected ranges, tracking data that is due but not yet collected, and exporting data from REDCap to SPSS. Additional tasks include merging datasets, communicating with team members (such as data collectors) about incomplete or overdue data, and ensuring all records are kept accurate and up to date.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Public health or major related to data science/management.
Proficient level of experience managing datasets at least 1 year

Skills and Abilities:

Strong knowledge of Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook.
Must be able to work well and collaborate with others in a wide variety of positions in varying departments.
Must be able to work autonomously, solve problems and use critical thinking.

Work Location: Knoxville, TN onsite (1600 Accelerator Way, Knoxville, TN 37920)

Hours/week: 20 hours/week

Compensation and Benefits:

UT market range: MR05
Anticipated hiring range: $30/hr - $40/hr
Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here

Primary Duties:

Check for completeness and accuracy of collected data
Identify missing data or values outside expected ranges
Track data that is due but not yet collected
Export data from REDCap to SPSS
Merge datasets regularly and as needed
Communicate and follow-up with team members (e.g., data collectors) about data issues or upcoming data collection
Ensure all data is kept accurate, complete, and up to date
Summarize and visualize data trends using Excel (or similar tools) for team meetings and reports
This person will communicate with the principal investigator and project coordinator on a weekly basis regarding any issues encountered during data management process.
Attend weekly team meetings.

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