Data Manager

Job title: Data Manager

Company: University of Alberta

Job description: DescriptionThis position is a part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).In accordance with the , this position offers a comprehensive benefits package found on our and annual salary range of $76,135 – $104, 709. This position has an approximate appointment of 1 year with the possibility of renewal.Location – This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.Working at the University of AlbertaThe University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people – from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. .Working for the Faculty of NursingTranslating Research in Elder Care (TREC) is a research program in the Faculty of Nursing at the University of Alberta. TREC is a pan-Canadian and international program of applied research. It functions in an integrated knowledge translation or partnered model. We have long standing relationships with stakeholders, end users, policy makers, and our citizen advisory group. Additional information about the TREC research program is available at the following URL: https//trecresearch.ca/.Position SummaryThis is a senior trust research position responsible for managing the Translating Research in Elder Care (TREC) and Knowledge Utilization Studies Program (KUSP) data environment. The data unit currently manages data from numerous major surveys (over 25,000 cases) and patient/resident holdings currently exceed 2M records. It also oversees several major text-based collections. A major goal of this position is the ongoing development of the integrated longitudinal database. TREC and associated studies bring over forty investigator and decision-maker members from several Canadian and international universities and institutes. The incumbent will use the data life cycle in combination with a thorough understanding of the research cycle to establish where necessary and, on an ongoing basis, monitor optimal practices that support acquisition, linkage, analysis, visualization, and security of data.DutiesLeadership & Human Resources:

• Management of workflow and processes within and in/out of the data unit
• Supervision and performance monitoring of data unit personnel
• Develops and maintains relationships and liaises with investigators, data custodians and privacy stewards, and where necessary ethics boards
• Manages the Health Research Data Repository
• Collaborates closely with essential IST, SDRE, and College of Health Sciences personnel

Data Stewardship

• Integrity of datasets, file structures, file linkages and all documentation
• Management and enhancement of the TREC data repository including tools and processes to facilitate data re-purposing
• Data management and data quality control (e.g., designing appropriate data file structures, ensuring data security, developing and implementing quality control policies and practices, managing multiple data collections, evaluating data management systems and processes)
• Leads data acquisition from and linkages to secondary sources
• Stewardship of sensitive health data

Meta data, documentation and policies:

• Meta data: (i) metadata creation and management (including metadata policies and practices and assisting investigators in working with and between the research and data life cycles), and (ii) specifically, meta-data requirements of our CFI funded data processing and feedback system
• Assists with developing and updating all Data Policies
• Ensures implementation and monitoring of data and data preservation policies and practices

Other:

• Basic multivariate statistical analysis
• Report writing
• Other related duties as assigned

This position also advises and mentors junior team members, students and others that may participate in formal internships as a result of partnerships through health regions and government relations. These responsibilities require the ability to communicate effectively among the multi-disciplinary team members and develop and foster relationships with others outside of the immediate department (e.g., in other provinces and countries) that may inform data repository development.Other skills and abilities required:

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to work in a team
• Meticulous in all aspects of the job; detail oriented with strong problem finding, resolution, and documentation skills
• Strong valuing of data quality and integrity

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree (e.g., data science, applied statistics, biostatistics or equivalent)
• Demonstrated leadership and management abilities and potential for growth in these areas
• Superior communication and interpersonal capabilities and skills
• High degree of independence and initiative
• Solid understanding of the research process and ability to work effectively with a broad team of investigators and analysts
• Must understand and be experienced with research methods, especially applied health services methods
• Experience with metadata creation and management (or a clearly demonstrated ability to expand horizons)
• High degree of skill in generating data documentation
• Experience building and working with large, disaggregated data sets
• Superior understanding of and experience with:

• Data structures
• Relational databases
• All MS tools
• Nested data structures
• Basic skills in common statistical packages: SPSS, SAS, STATA, R (advanced skills an asset)
• Experienced in statistical analyses (e.g., parametric and non-parametric, analysis of variance, multivariate regressions)

Preferred Qualification

• Programming background in SQL, C+, etc., and an understanding of mark-up languages is an asset
• Experience with Health datasets is an asset
• Familiarity with advanced modeling techniques (General Estimating Equations, Hierarchical Linear Models, mixed models, latent variable models, etc.) is an asset

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight February 27, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time.

Expected salary: $76135 – 104709 per year

Location: Edmonton, AB

Job date: Thu, 28 Nov 2024 23:20:05 GMT

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