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Data Governance Manager roles in the United States are accessible to exchange visitors through J-1 visa sponsorship, most commonly under the Trainee or Specialist category. A designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019, while the U.S. employer serves as your host. No lottery or annual cap limits availability.
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The SC ECHO cohort in the Department of Public Health Sciences at the Medical University of South Carolina invites Master-level Data Managers to apply for a position within our team. The position will be responsible for database management, ensuring data quality and regulatory compliance, overseeing medical record abstraction, and developing efficient data workflows to support research and reporting. The Data Manager will also be responsible for contributing to daily activities of the study. This position is for biostatisticians or epidemiologists with a master's degree in biostatistics, epidemiology, applied statistics or related fields, and with professional experience in cohort studies.
Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Research Grant
Cost Center
CC001038 COM PHS Operations CC
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Pay Grade
University-00
Pay Range
0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Description
Job Description:
The SC ECHO cohort in the Department of Public Health Sciences at the Medical University of South Carolina invites Master-level Data Managers to apply for a position within our team. The position will be responsible for database management, ensuring data quality and regulatory compliance, overseeing medical record abstraction, and developing efficient data workflows to support research and reporting. The Data Manager will also be responsible for contributing to daily activities of the study. This position is for biostatisticians or epidemiologists with a master's degree in biostatistics, epidemiology, applied statistics or related fields, and with professional experience in cohort studies.
Job Duties:
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25% - Conduct data analysis for scientific publications. Collaborate with national ECHO Data Analysis Center.
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25% - Utilize data management system to maintain participant records, track recruitment progress and study milestones, and generate recruitment and study visit reports for PI and the study team of the ECHO program at MUSC. Troubleshoot workflow issues and train new staff on proper use of data management system for participant tracking.
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25% - Responsible for data quality checks and data reconciliation. Monitor data completeness. Train staff on data entry standards. Support audits and regulatory reviews by providing clean, verified datasets.
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20% - Automate data abstraction from medical records, ensure accuracy and completeness of abstracted data through verification and quality checks, and track productivity metrics.
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5% - Assist with data sharing and archiving per study and sponsor requirements.
MUSC Minimum Requirements:
A master's degree in statistics, epidemiology, biostatics or related field. Candidates should be able to work independently, have experience and ability in data analysis and statistical programming, and excellent oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Experience & Additional Skills:
At least 1 year of professional programming experience in R (preferred), SAS and/or Winbugs is required (evidence of experience based on classwork or certifications can be substituted for professional experience).
Additional Job Description
Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes, i.e. spot coolers. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 30 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 30 lbs., from floor level to height of 72 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 30 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 50 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift and carry objects up to 30 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Ability to work alone in isolated areas, such as darkrooms. (Frequent) Additional New Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts as required. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
Job Description Summary
The SC ECHO cohort in the Department of Public Health Sciences at the Medical University of South Carolina invites Master-level Data Managers to apply for a position within our team. The position will be responsible for database management, ensuring data quality and regulatory compliance, overseeing medical record abstraction, and developing efficient data workflows to support research and reporting. The Data Manager will also be responsible for contributing to daily activities of the study. This position is for biostatisticians or epidemiologists with a master's degree in biostatistics, epidemiology, applied statistics or related fields, and with professional experience in cohort studies.
Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Research Grant
Cost Center
CC001038 COM PHS Operations CC
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Pay Grade
University-00
Pay Range
0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Description
Job Description:
The SC ECHO cohort in the Department of Public Health Sciences at the Medical University of South Carolina invites Master-level Data Managers to apply for a position within our team. The position will be responsible for database management, ensuring data quality and regulatory compliance, overseeing medical record abstraction, and developing efficient data workflows to support research and reporting. The Data Manager will also be responsible for contributing to daily activities of the study. This position is for biostatisticians or epidemiologists with a master's degree in biostatistics, epidemiology, applied statistics or related fields, and with professional experience in cohort studies.
Job Duties:
-
25% - Conduct data analysis for scientific publications. Collaborate with national ECHO Data Analysis Center.
-
25% - Utilize data management system to maintain participant records, track recruitment progress and study milestones, and generate recruitment and study visit reports for PI and the study team of the ECHO program at MUSC. Troubleshoot workflow issues and train new staff on proper use of data management system for participant tracking.
-
25% - Responsible for data quality checks and data reconciliation. Monitor data completeness. Train staff on data entry standards. Support audits and regulatory reviews by providing clean, verified datasets.
-
20% - Automate data abstraction from medical records, ensure accuracy and completeness of abstracted data through verification and quality checks, and track productivity metrics.
-
5% - Assist with data sharing and archiving per study and sponsor requirements.
MUSC Minimum Requirements:
A master's degree in statistics, epidemiology, biostatics or related field. Candidates should be able to work independently, have experience and ability in data analysis and statistical programming, and excellent oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Experience & Additional Skills:
At least 1 year of professional programming experience in R (preferred), SAS and/or Winbugs is required (evidence of experience based on classwork or certifications can be substituted for professional experience).
Additional Job Description
Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes, i.e. spot coolers. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 30 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 30 lbs., from floor level to height of 72 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 30 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 50 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift and carry objects up to 30 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Ability to work alone in isolated areas, such as darkrooms. (Frequent) Additional New Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts as required. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Data Governance Manager
Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
Gather documentation showing your data governance expertise: certifications like CDMP or DAMA membership, a degree in information management or computer science, and evidence of policy-authoring or stewardship responsibilities. Designated sponsors scrutinize these during DS-2019 review.
Identify host employers through J-1 program filters
Search Migrate Mate using J-1-compatible role filters to find U.S. organizations actively hosting exchange visitors in data or analytics functions, so you're targeting employers already familiar with the host-organization obligations.
Target organizations with existing data governance frameworks
Financial institutions, healthcare systems, and federal contractors often have mature data governance programs and compliance infrastructure that makes hosting a Trainee or Specialist category exchange visitor a routine, documented process rather than a novel request.
Negotiate training plan scope before the offer stage
The DS-7002 training plan must detail specific learning objectives and supervision structures. Before accepting an offer, confirm the employer will document rotations across data cataloging, policy enforcement, and quality control, not just your day-to-day job duties.
Verify the two-year home residency requirement early
The J-1 Specialist and Trainee categories may carry a two-year home residency requirement depending on your country of origin and funding source. Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before the offer letter stage to avoid surprises that affect H-1B or green card planning.
Confirm designated sponsor category fit at application
Organizations like Cultural Vistas or AIPT administer Trainee and Intern programs, while the Specialist category requires a different sponsor type. Mismatched category selection delays DS-2019 issuance, so confirm in writing which program your host employer's sponsor administers before you begin paperwork.
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Find Data Governance Manager JobsData Governance Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Data Governance Manager roles?
Most candidates qualify under the Trainee category if they have a degree and under one year of relevant experience, or under the Specialist category if they bring substantial professional expertise in data governance, metadata management, or information policy. Current students may qualify as Interns. The right category depends on your background and the host employer's program setup, which your designated sponsor confirms before issuing the DS-2019.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for this role, the employer or a third party?
The hiring employer is your host organization, not your visa sponsor. The J-1 sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas, AIPT, or IIE, that issues your DS-2019 form, monitors your training plan compliance, and maintains legal responsibility for your exchange program. Your employer contracts with that sponsor organization and agrees to host organization obligations separately from the employment relationship.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 Data Governance Managers?
Use Migrate Mate to search for data governance and information management roles at organizations with demonstrated experience hosting exchange visitors. Many employers in regulated industries, including financial services, healthcare, and federal contracting, have existing relationships with designated sponsors. Targeting employers in those sectors shortens the path to a host organization agreement and DS-2019 issuance.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect career planning for this role?
It can. J-1 Trainee and Specialist visa holders from certain countries, or those funded by their home government or a U.S. government program, may be subject to a two-year home residency requirement before changing to H-1B or applying for a green card. If you plan to transition to permanent status after your exchange program, clarify your home residency status with your designated sponsor before signing an offer, not after.
What does the DS-7002 training plan need to include for a data governance role?
The DS-7002 must describe specific, measurable learning objectives tied to your data governance function, not just your job description. For this role, that typically means documented modules covering data cataloging tools, policy development cycles, stewardship workflows, and quality control processes, each with defined supervisor checkpoints. Designated sponsors will reject plans that read as standard employment agreements rather than structured training programs. Negotiate the plan's specifics with your host employer before submission.
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