Research Data Scientist Jobs in Utah

Job Title: PS Clinical Data Manager II
Working Title: PS Research Data Coordinator
Career Progression Track: E
FLSA Code: Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code?: Yes
Standard Hours per Week: 40
Full Time or Part Time?: Full Time
Shift: Day
Department: 01167 - HCI Clinical Trials Operations
Location: Campus
City: Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment: External Posting
Pay Rate Range: 54807
Close Date: 09/09/2026

Job Summary

This position is primarily a study lead Clinical Data Manager. It supports multiple clinical study teams by reviewing and/or completing study related clinical data management deliverables. Frequently interacts with study team members to troubleshoot, manage, and develop study specific processes. Actively participates in the development of processes, and documents, that support the clinical data management team.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Huntsman Cancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention, care, and survivorship for all communities within the area we serve – which includes Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming – with impact worldwide.

In your cover letter or during your interview process, we invite you to share how your professional experiences have prepared you to serve as a member of our team as we work to reduce the cancer burden experienced by all people and communities. This may include description of your prior experiences related to research, prevention, clinical care, community engagement/outreach, training, administration, or other areas relevant to Huntsman Cancer Institute’s mission and this position.

Responsibilities

- Participate in the cross-functional project teams as the lead clinical data manager.
- Provide input in the design of protocols, forms, and data collection processes.
- Create and maintain the following study specific documents:
- Data Management Plans
- Edit specifications
- SAE Reconciliation Guidelines
- Other plans and guidelines as required
- Ensure documents are provided according to established timelines and SOPs.
- Communicate issues that affect timeline, deliverables, and/or data quality to the study team and functional supervisor.
- Manage and document the study specific change control process and provide realistic feedback to the study team about impact of proposed changes.
- Review and provide feedback on other study specific documents.
- Manage all data management activities of a clinical trial in the maintenance phase of the project.
- Provide project specific training on electronic data capture (EDC) and other data management systems to internal and external personnel.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Problem-Solving

Employees in this position are required to discuss questions and suggestion for improvements with the study team prior to implementing new or modified study specific processes. The Clinical Data Manager II is expected to have a solid understanding of the regulatory framework as it relates to clinical research and data management, and be able to assess current and proposed processes for compliance with regulations and standards.

Comments

This position is intended to be focused on study level activities with oversight from the manager of clinical data management. Employees are expected to be the independent representative of the clinical data management function on the cross functional study team.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in the life sciences, pharmacy, nursing, a related subject, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Requires two or more years of relevant clinical data management experience. Understanding of basic regulations involving clinical trials, clinical data management, and clinical data systems. Ability to perform all data management activities associated with a clinical trial with a high degree of quality. Possess all skills, knowledge and competencies required of the CDM I position.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Preferences

Type: Benefited Staff

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Additional Information

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