Data Manager

The Data Manager will play a key role in managing, organizing, and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data for research projects for Dr. Yu-Han Chiu’s lab in the School of Public Health, ensuring data integrity, and supporting the research team in all phases of data processing, and analysis.

This role requires a keen eye for detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage numerous datasets efficiently. The Data Manager will work closely with the principal investigator and team members in Dr. Chiu’s lab to facilitate the successful execution of research projects. The Data Manager will provide oversight of data cleaning; basic statistical analysis and reporting; maintaining documentation; and ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and quality of the data. This position will also analyze study data to inform the timeline for study completion. The type of data is dependent on the research project, but most are public health related. This position will assist with developing and implementing policies to standardize and streamline aspects of data collection, data management, and weekly and monthly reporting for multiple research projects. This position will also support faculty, staff, and students in obtaining and accessing data required for analysis.

The ideal candidate will be a quick and eager learner; be flexible, detail-oriented, organized, service-oriented, and resourceful; have excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills; and have specific experience and expertise in research projects programming and utilizing statistical software (e.g., SAS, R, or Python).

This is a fixed term position with an end date, which may be extended based upon available funding. All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown University. This is a Hybrid position.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree plus a minimum of 2 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s Degree preferred.

Advanced coursework or certifications in data management or statistical analysis is preferred.

This is a fixed term position with a current end date of 6/30/2026, which may be extended based upon available funding.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown University.

This is a hybrid eligible position.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.

Recruiting Start Date:

2025-05-05

Job Posting Title:Data Manager

Department:Department of Epidemiology

Grade:Grade 9

Worker Type:Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type:Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:37.5

Position Work Location:Hybrid Eligible

Statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:

All positions require demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and other Brown and community stakeholders with diverse perspectives and demonstrated ability to contribute to an inclusive environment.

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

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