Job Details

REDCap Data Specialist

Position Number: 6947537
Location: Augusta, GA
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

REDCap Data Specialist

Job ID: 295043
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:

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About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Location

Augusta University-

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

Job Summary

Responsibilities

DATA MANAGEMENT: Design, create, and manage REDCap data collection forms, surveys, and databases for clinical trial data. Oversee user permissions and ensure compliance with clinical trial regulations and institutional policies. Develop efficient workflows for clinical data capture, tracking, and reporting in REDCap. Handle the entry, cleaning, validation, and formatting of clinical trial data across various databases.

PROJECT COORDINATION: Assist research teams in building and customizing REDCap projects (forms, surveys, longitudinal setups, branching logic). Validate project configurations for accuracy and compliance with institutional and regulatory standards. Support advanced REDCap features such as eConsent, survey queues, automated invitations, and calculated fields.

TRAINING: Conduct training sessions for new users and advanced workshops for project builders. Develop user guides, FAQs, and best-practice documentation. Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 support for REDCap-related inquiries.

COMPLIANCE: Implement data validation rules and quality checks. Ensure adherence to HIPAA, IRB, and institutional data security policies. Assist with audit preparation and compliance reporting.

: Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Health Informatics, Information Systems, or related field, and a minimum of three years of experience with database building and support.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in academic or clinical research settings. Familiarity with data analysis tools (Excel, R, or Python). Understanding of APIs and data integration concepts.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
Understanding of best practices for data collection, storage, security, and integrity in research settings.
General knowledge of database principles and basic database query tools.
Knowledge of data privacy regulations, such as HIPPA.

SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Detail-oriented with strong prioritization and organizational skills.
Skill in performing data cleaning, validation checks, and generating data quality reports.
Effective communication skills to collaborate with research teams, train users, and translate technical information effectively.
Strong analytical skills to interpret data requirements and assist with data analysis.
Strong attention to detail to ensure data accuracy.

ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to collaborate and work effectively as part of a research team.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days; M-F (Work outside of the standard business hours may be required)

Pay Band: B11

Salary: $56,600/annually-$60,000/annually

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position

Recruitment Period: Until Filled

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

Consider applying with us today!

Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.

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