Data Manager Research Office

As a data manager, you are an important link in the execution of clinical scientific research. You ensure that research data is collected, translated, and registered in a timely, complete, and correct manner. With your meticulous way of working, you contribute to the reliability of research results and thereby to the further development of patient care.

You are responsible for the data management of various clinical studies. You work according to the strict requirements of research protocols, established procedures, and applicable national and international laws and regulations.

Your duties include

• Data collection and registration: You collect, check, code, and process medical data from the electronic patient record (EPR) and other relevant sources. You translate and register this information into the requested research data in electronic Case Report Forms (eCRFs).
• Data quality: You check data for completeness, accuracy, and consistency. You identify missing or deviating information, take action, and initiate improvement processes.
• Medical interpretation: You delve into (complex) research protocols, which are often in English, and apply your knowledge of medical terminology when interpreting and registering research data.
• Progress and quality monitoring: You closely monitor the progress of data processing and ensure timely processing of safety reports such as (Serious) Adverse Events and accurate follow-up of data queries.
• Monitoring and audits: You participate in monitoring visits and any audits or inspections. You ensure that research data and relevant documentation are carefully recorded and available for inspection.
• Administration and document management: You contribute to keeping study-related documentation up to date and correctly archived, in accordance with applicable guidelines and agreements.

Do you want to further broaden your role? Depending on your experience, interests, and the structure of the team, a combined role as data manager and research assistant is a possibility.

Scientific research at Tergooi MC has increased significantly in recent years.
Tergooi MC both participates in and initiates clinical scientific research. Various disciplines work closely together on national and international clinical scientific research, including phase II, III, and IV studies. Thus, Tergooi MC is continuously working to improve patient care.

You are part of a dedicated and professional research team consisting of 14 colleagues, including data managers, research coordinators, and research assistants. Additionally, you work closely with medical specialists and other involved healthcare professionals.

Together, you are responsible for the careful setup, execution, and maintenance of clinical studies and for monitoring the quality of the research data, including in the fields of Oncology, Vascular Medicine, Hematology, Endocrinology, Nephrology, and Lung Diseases.

We find not only professional collaboration important, but also a pleasant working atmosphere. There is room for mutual consultation and knowledge sharing. Everyone contributes from their own expertise to reliable research results and good patient care. In this way, we work together towards our research goals and ensure that everyone feels part of the team.

You are an accurate and structured professional with a great sense of responsibility. You understand how important reliable research data is and work carefully with confidential patient information. You can handle deadlines, changing priorities, and multiple projects simultaneously.

You take initiative, think ahead, and identify potential bottlenecks before they cause problems. Thanks to your analytical ability, you can critically assess medical information. You work independently, but actively seek collaboration with colleagues and other stakeholders when necessary.

In addition, you recognize yourself in the following profile:

• You possess at least a higher professional education (HBO) level of working and/or thinking, preferably with a completed (para)medical, biological, or other relevant education or demonstrable experience in clinical research.
• You possess a current Good Clinical Practice certificate (GCP-WMO), or are willing to obtain this in the short term.
• You have an affinity for clinical scientific research. Experience with data management and tumor response criteria (such as RECIST) is a plus. You are willing to further develop your medical knowledge.
• You are digitally proficient and work easily with various databases and electronic registration systems.
• You are proficient in the Dutch and English languages, both orally and in writing.

Enjoy the green environment and our beautiful new hospital. Book a chair massage, enjoy a delicious fresh breakfast, lunch, or dinner, or follow a mindfulness workshop.

With us, you get the space to be yourself, to further develop, and to learn. For example, through career consultations, education, and training. There is room to share your ideas. Your colleagues ensure that you feel at home quickly. We like to take care of you, while you make healthcare better.

• Salary from at least €3,228.00 to a maximum of €4,346.00 (FWG 45) gross per month for a full-time contract of 36 hours per week
• A contract for 24 hours per week
• 8.33% end-of-year bonus (13th month) and 8.33% holiday allowance
• 144 vacation hours and 57 PLB hours per year, for a full-time contract of 36 hours per week
• Travel allowance of at least €0.21 per kilometer or 100% public transport allowance (NS-business card)
• Possibilities to "exchange" part of your gross salary for, for example, net extra travel allowance or the purchase of a new (electric) bicycle

Read all about our employment conditions in the CAO Ziekenhuizen