Data Manager

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Overview

We are seeking a full-time Data Manager to support a large, multi-site research program involving multi-modal data (including neuroimaging and genetics, as applicable). The Data Manager will lead day-to-day data operations across projects and partners, building and maintaining the systems, documentation, and workflows needed for secure, high-quality, interoperable datasets. The position requires a three-year, full-time commitment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate data management across the institute and partner sites to ensure consistent, harmonized practices and interoperable workflows.

• Build and maintain databases and secure data storage/sharing systems (access controls, version control, documentation).

• Manage secure data ingestion and transfers; maintain transfer processes, tracking, and compliance documentation (IRB/DUAs/HIPAA-aligned practices as applicable).

• Harmonize and integrate multi-modal datasets (IDs, timepoints, metadata, standardized formats) to support integrated analysis.

• Ensure data quality via routine audits, validation/cleaning workflows, and QC metrics.

• Develop and maintain preprocessing/scoring/QC pipelines and produce summary metrics/tables for reporting and deliverables.

• Coordinate with research computing/IT to optimize compute and storage workflows (CPUs/GPUs/HPC as needed).

• Support teams with data preparation/extraction for analysis; provide training and best-practice guidance as needed.

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Proficiency with R and/or Python, Git/GitHub (version control for scripts, documentation, and change tracking), experience with High-Performance Computing workflows specifically the software SLURM.

2. Experience cleaning, verifying, documenting, and managing large datasets. 

3. Familiarity with FAIR data principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) and applying them to research data documentation and sharing workflows 

4. Familiarity with best practices for working with high-risk data (privacy, secure storage, controlled access, compliant transfers). Must have some scientific background and understanding, not only data focused.

5. Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills; ability to work independently and proactively. 

Preferred Skills and Abilities

1. Neuroimaging data standards/tools (e.g., BIDS, DICOM-to-NIfTI tools, fMRIPrep, FreeSurfer). 

2. Genetics/genomics tools and formats (e.g., VCF, PLINK, basic genomics QC workflows). 

3. Experience with IRB processes and data use agreements (DUAs). 

4. Experience developing or supporting web-based tools/portals for secure data access, exploration, and documentation 

Principal Responsibilities

1. Creates a relational database from existing study data currently stored in multiple data sources. Designs comprehensive and relational databases with advance knowledge of relevant applications impacting on the data analyses and reporting. 2. Develops and documents operational procedures for the collection, editing, verification and management of study data. Documents all study data files, data structure and relationships, variable definitions and data codes. Writes detailed specifications for analysis files and performs consistency checks. 3. Develops and implements relevant statistical programs to incorporate data from multiple studies/projects. 4. Organizes and creates documents and tables related to datasets; communicates with data sources about data accuracy and data dictionary. 5. Evaluates and analyzes data using accepted statistical techniques and statistical analysis software. Performs descriptive and multivariate statistical analyses of data, using computer software. 6. Uses advanced statistical knowledge to provide support in managing and analyzing data. 7. Designs and implements quality control measures to ensure accurate collection and processing of data. Ensures the integrity of databases used in analyses through development of essential data cleaning and checks, and data back-ups. 8. Responsible for the documentation and transmission of study data. Ensures that data are collected and completed in a timely manner at each site location. 9. May perform other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience Master’s degree in statistics, computer science, business administration or a related field and two years of experience in data management and analysis or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with data collection and in coordinating efforts of multiple groups. Required License(s) or Certification(s) Required License(s) or Certification(s): Physical Requirements Physical Requirements:

Job Posting Date

07/24/2026

Job Category

Professional

Bargaining Unit

NON

Compensation Grade

Administration & Operations

Compensation Grade Profile

Manager; Program Leader (P5)

Salary Range

$68,000.00 - $120,500.00

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Staff Fixed Duration (Fixed Term)

Work Model

On-site

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Health Requirements

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

Posting Disclaimer

Salary offers are determined by a candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role’s grade profile and current internal and external market conditions.

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