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Job Title: Data Management Specialist
Requisition Number: RE55148
Working Title: Data Management Specialist
Department Name: 7H025:CANCER CENTER-CORE SUPPORT
Work Location: Lexington, KY.
Grade Level: 45
Salary Range: $48,214-79,560/year
Type of Position: Staff
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education:
BS
Required Related Experience:
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification:
None
Physical Requirements:
Sitting for long periods of time. Repetitive motion, Occasional lifting of objects up to 25lbs
Shift:
Primarily days, some evenings/weekends may be needed, specific schedule will be determined upon hire. Hybrid
Job Summary:
The Markey Cancer Center is seeking an experienced Data Management Specialist to provide data management support for Investigator Initiated Trials.
The Data Management Specialist will be responsible for using OnCore [the Cancer Center’s CTMS and EDC (Electronic Data Capture) System] to build protocol calendar specifications and develop eCRFs (Electronic Case Report Forms). The data management specialist will assist in collaborating with protocol staff (Principal Investigators, Clinical Research Associates, Biostatisticians, Data Monitors, Clinical Data Managers etc.) regarding data collection throughout the study life cycle.
This position is eligible for a remote working arrangement.
IMPORTANT: Resumes and CVs cannot be substituted for a completed application. Incomplete applications could disqualify you from being considered for this position. If the information on your resume is not entered on the application, this will prevent us from being able to assess your education and experience when trying to determine a salary offer. To be considered you must fully complete the online application being sure to only put one (1) job title for each entry (multiple job titles for one employer must have separate entries), the # of hours worked per week and your ending salary. You will also be required to upload a cover letter and resume.
To view the University of Kentucky’s exceptional benefits, please visit https://www.uky.edu/hr/benefits
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:
Knowledge of clinical trials design and processes, the therapeutic area of oncology, computers, EDC systems, data management processes, forms design and development, and medical coding.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience:
BS or equivalent plus 5 years of related experience preferred.
Deadline to Apply: 08/16/2026
Our University Community:
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Data Management Specialist
Benchmark your wage against PERM requirements
Before applying, run your target job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the prevailing wage level. Employers must pay at least that rate, and a mismatch between your offer letter and the certified wage is one of the most common PERM audit triggers.
Align your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3 early
EB-2 requires an advanced degree or equivalent, while EB-3 covers bachelor's-level professionals. If your foreign degree is a three-year credential, get a formal equivalency evaluation before an employer starts the PERM process to avoid mid-filing complications.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Data Management Specialist roles by employers who have previously sponsored green cards, so you're spending time on companies already familiar with the PERM process rather than educating first-time sponsors.
Look for data roles inside regulated industries
Healthcare, financial services, and defense contractors regularly sponsor EB-3 roles for data professionals because their compliance obligations create sustained headcount needs. These sectors also tend to have established in-house immigration teams that can manage PERM recruitment without outsourcing to your future employer's legal counsel.
Clarify the job duties scope with your employer
DOL scrutinizes PERM applications where the job description is vague or reads as a hybrid role. Work with your employer to ensure the Data Management Specialist duties listed in the labor certification match your actual daily responsibilities, since inconsistencies between the PERM and your I-140 can trigger a Request for Evidence.
Understand the adjustment of status timeline after I-140 approval
Once USCIS approves your I-140, your ability to file Form I-485 depends on your country of birth and the visa bulletin's priority date. Workers born in high-demand countries may wait years even after approval, so ask your employer about concurrent filing eligibility from day one.
Green Card Data Management Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Management Specialist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Data Management Specialist positions qualify for EB-3 sponsorship as skilled professional roles requiring a bachelor's degree. If the position requires a master's degree or equivalent in data management, information systems, or a related field, the employer can instead petition under EB-2. The O*NET occupation profile for this role supports either classification depending on how the employer defines the minimum requirements in the PERM labor certification.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa with an annual lottery cap and a maximum six-year stay. Green card sponsorship through PERM is a permanent pathway with no annual lottery, though EB-3 is subject to per-country visa backlogs. PERM requires DOL to certify that no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role, a step the H-1B process doesn't include. The overall timeline from PERM filing to green card approval typically runs two to four years for most nationalities.
How do I find Data Management Specialist jobs where the employer is already willing to sponsor a green card?
Search Migrate Mate to identify Data Management Specialist roles at employers with documented green card sponsorship history. This matters because starting a PERM process requires significant legal and HR resources from an employer, so targeting companies that have done it before dramatically shortens the negotiation stage and reduces the risk that a promising offer falls apart during the filing process.
What documentation should I prepare before a Data Management Specialist employer starts PERM?
Gather official transcripts, your degree certificate, and any professional certifications relevant to data management before the employer initiates PERM. If your degree is from outside the U.S., obtain a credential evaluation from a recognized evaluation service to establish U.S. equivalency. Also compile a complete employment history with job titles and duties, since DOL may request detailed evidence during the PERM recruitment phase or in the event of an audit.
Can my employer file PERM for a remote Data Management Specialist position?
DOL's PERM regulations require the labor certification to be tied to a specific worksite location, and remote arrangements complicate this because prevailing wage levels and recruitment requirements are geography-dependent. If the role is fully remote, your employer should consult their immigration counsel to determine the correct worksite designation before filing. A misidentified worksite can expose the entire PERM application to denial or audit.