As soon as possible (tentative date: January 15, 2025)
December 15, 2024
PositionScientific Research Data Manager
FieldData Management
ExperienceMinimum 1 year of experience in a similar position
LanguagesEnglish and Spanish/Catalan
Education and Field of ExpertiseBachelor's degree or MSc in Data Science, Bioinformatics, or a related field, with specific training in data management. Alternatively, demonstrated experience in data management and stewardship.
IrsiCaixa is seeking a highly motivated Scientific Research Data Manager to drive the strategic development of our data management practices.
As a leading institution in biomedical research, IrsiCaixa generates and handles significant volumes of complex data that are critical for advancing scientific knowledge in infectious diseases, immunity, and cancer.
The successful candidate will join the Data Analysis Unit, collaborating closely with researchers and the Project and Clinical Management Department to enhance our data governance framework for managing and leveraging biomedical research data.
Job DutiesDevelop and maintain data governance policies and procedures, with a focus on adherence to FAIR principles and GDPR policies, aligning with the European standards for scientific data management.Collaborate with researchers to identify data management needs, offering expertise on best practices for data collection, storage, and documentation.Provide guidance on DPMs during the research project lifecycle, including advising on storage, backup, archiving, and budgetary considerations in collaboration with the Project Management Team.Work with IT Department to design and maintain databases, ensuring robust data security, accessibility, and compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks.Provide training and support to researchers on data management best practices and tools, fostering a data-driven culture of compliance and excellence in scientific data management.Facilitate data sharing and collaboration between research teams within the organization and with external partners.Candidate Profile and QualificationsStrong understanding of regulatory requirements related to biomedical data management in the framework of FAIR data principles and GDPR policies, on compliance with national and European health research data management regulations.Knowledge of databases such as Dataverse and REDCap.Knowledge in defining and managing scientific metadata and ontologies (OMOP).Aware of open science initiatives.Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.Ability to work independently and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.Good interpersonal skills.Fluency in spoken and written English.Scripting skills in Python, R or SQL (optional, but a plus).What We OfferEmployment at a leading research center specializing in infectious diseases and immunity.Permanent position after a 6-month trial period.Competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience, aligned with IrsiCaixa's salary scales.Generous vacation package: 22 vacation days, an additional full week off during Christmas, plus all long weekends.Opportunities for professional growth and development.Sponsored courses and training programs.Access to state-of-the-art facilities, including well-equipped offices, comfortable common areas and a subsidized cafeteria.Required DocumentsAcademic certificate awarded for the degree titleContact information for references (optional, but a plus)Selection ProcessPre-selection: evaluation of track record and CV.Interview: short-listed applicants will be interviewed in person or online.Offer: the job offer will be extended to the successful candidate upon completion of all interviews.Where to Find UsIrsiCaixa
Germans Trias i Pujol Hospital | 2nd floor, Maternity building.
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