Clinical Research Database Programmer (Center for Cellular Immunotherapy)

Clinical Research Database Programmer (Center for Cellular Immunotherapy)

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Posted Job Title
Clinical Research Database Programmer (Center for Cellular Immunotherapy)

Job Profile Title
Data Analyst C

Job Description Summary
Under the leadership of Dr. Carl June, the Center for Cellular Immunotherapies (CCI) at the University of Pennsylvania is dedicated to accelerating and synergizing efforts that can quickly transition fundamental immunobiology research into the clinic. As a center for excellence in immunotherapies, the CCI drives scientific innovation in cellular and gene immunotherapies and has established the infrastructure necessary to accelerate the development of new treatments and the translation of this research into early phase clinical trials.

Job Description

The Clinical Research Database Programmer (DP) position works within the Center for Cellular Immunotherapies Clinical Operations Team. The primary mission of the Clinical Operations Team is to manage and optimize the clinical research infrastructure necessary for bringing these novel/personalized cell and gene therapies to patients. The key objectives of the Clinical Operations Team include:

• Supporting the translation of first-in-human investigational cell and gene therapy products from the bench to bedside.
  
• Managing/accelerating the clinical trial development and new study activation pathways.
  
• Establishing internal and external collaborative partnerships.
  
• Establishing/maintaining the infrastructure required to standardize and optimize clinical trial development and execution; and ensuring ongoing oversight/compliance.
  
• Developing/refining standardized processes, procedures, and templates/tools to align with the changing regulatory landscape and new scientific innovation.
  
• Ensuring the generation of high-quality, reliable and statistically sound clinical data that can be used for reporting, publication, endpoint analysis and further product development.
  
• Identifying/implementing new technology/systems required to enhance clinical research operations.
  

In this role, the Clinical Research Database Programmer will be responsible for performing study database development and programming functions in support of Phase 1, Penn-Sponsored clinical research studies as follows:

• Data Quality/Integrity/Security:
  
  • Create/manage Vault CDMS system level database training curriculum
    
  • Perform Vault CDMS system level database training for both Sponsor Team Members and Site end users; Perform re-education/training as needed.
    
  • Assist in the development/execution of core competency training of new sponsor team members
    
  • Investigate/resolve technical issues impacting study database activity
    
  • Provide technical guidance/support to the departmental Data Management Team.
    
• Data Extraction/Reporting:
  
  • Support the development and maintenance of automated reporting tools across EDC systems to expedite accurate, usable and repeatable data outputs.
    
  • Explore and implement alternative reporting solutions
    
  • Provide input into study and project level data analysis plans
    
  • Report generation/execution- including, but not limited to, reports for routine monitoring visits, study management, regulatory reporting, collaborator reporting, etc.
    
  • Participate in the preparation, visualization, and presentation of study data/reports for publication/presentation and/or statistical analysis.
    
• Study Database Design/Development/Maintenance:
  
  • Assist in the development of technical documentation required to support the CCI's utilization of Vault CDMS.
    
  • Perform local validation/testing at the time of new Vault CDMS System releases to evaluate the impact on CCI study databases.
    
  • Design and build study databases for CCI clinical trials utilizing the Vault CDMS:
    
    • Perform CRF design/development
      
    • Build/configure the Casebook Schedule to align with study requirements, maximize data collection/review activities, and reduce inefficiencies.
      
    • Configure/maintain required study-level system functionality.
      
    • Facilitate user acceptance testing (UAT)
      
    • Manage database deployment activities
      
    • Database amendments: Design/build database amendments, facilitate validation and testing, and manage deployment activities
      
  • Participate in the Vault CDMS CRF template development team; Perform peer review/validation of new templates as assigned.
    
  • Assist in the development of standard rules and edit check configurations within the Vault CDMS.
    
  • Perform study level database peer review/validation as assigned.
    
• Process Development/Quality Improvement
  
  • Work with team leadership to investigate specialized system functionality and test innovative new ideas within the Vault CDMS; provide recommendations for both CCI and SOM use/implementation.
    
  • Investigate Vault CDMS usage issues and malfunctions, identify potential solutions, and make recommendations to Data Management Leadership for appropriate corrective action and/or implementation.
    
  • Participate in meetings with Vault CDMS vendors to resolve technical issues as required.
    
  • Assist in developing/implementing local process changes/improvements.
    
  • Provide input on templates/tools, data standards, etc.
    
  • Assist in the development/maintenance of process documents, workflows and template forms necessary to support CCI's use of the Vault CDMS
    
• Clinical Data Manager Responsibilities:
  
  • Assist with clinical data management responsibilities as assigned; including but not limited to:
    
    • The development of study-specific data management documentation; including Data Management Plans (DMP), Case Report Form Completion Guidelines (CCGs), training materials, etc.
      
    • Data management review (DMR) of assigned studies to ensure data quality/completeness.
      
    • Execution/review/distribution of data management reports.
      
    • Investigator/Study Team training on the Clinical Database, CRFs, and data entry requirements.
      
    • Front-end support of other study-specific data management responsibilities.
      

Reference Information: The salary range included in the job posting encompasses the full range of employees at the University of Pennsylvania, with varying levels/years of experience, seniority, functional responsibilities, etc. Therefore it cannot be used as a precise indicator of the salary range for this position. The actual salary offered for this position will be determined by the Compensation Office in the Division of Human Resources and will be evaluated based on the qualifications of each individual candidate and internal equity.

Job Location: Hybrid Eligible- This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule with a work week divided between working onsite and working remotely.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience; Degree in computer science, data science, informatics or a comparable program preferred.
  
• 2-3 years of related experience; or combination of equivalent education/experience
  

• Qualified candidates should possess the following skills:
  

• Experience working within an EDC and in CRF development/design; or transferrable experience
  
• Basic experience using programming languages
  
• Working knowledge in one or more coding languages (JAVA, SQL, Python)
  
• Ability to work and problem solve independently
  
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and complete work within allocated time frames
  
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
  

This position is contingent upon grant funding.

Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range
$51,824.00 - $73,581.00 Annual Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

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Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
  
• Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
  
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
  
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
  
• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
  
• Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
  
• Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
  
• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
  
• Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
  
• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
  
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
  
• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
  

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