Data Clerk at FHI 360

Performs clinical and non-clinical data entry and validation to ensure accuracy, completeness and legibility of data.  Assists users with requests for study related documents.  Enters data into databases from internal and external sources.  Maintains internal record keeping system(s) in conjunction with research studies.  Maintains and audits data, providing status and activity reports as required.  Maintains data management files for study protocol.  Responsible for the accuracy of internal data entry processing Uses data entry tools to enter clinical trial data. Creates and maintains patient files and archives containing all clinical trial data and related documentation.

Accountabilities:

• *Responsible for the quality and maintenance of data entry.  This includes reviewing and verifying data for accuracy and correcting any inaccurate data.
• Provides support for the department by completing data entry and providing data reporting information of appropriate databases as directed.
• Possesses knowledge of and remains compliant with FDA requirements and other related regulations regarding confidentiality and ethical issues of research subject data.
• Working with data management to validate designed functionality.
• Maintains study participant files and study notebooks.
• Inserts and modifies data in clinical databases from case report forms and other data collection instruments using clinical data collection systems.
• Logs incoming clinical trial documents and ensures that documents are correctly routed through the data operations and clinical trials groups.
• Maintains patient and principal investigator files.
• Compiles requested information on patient files and clinical documentation for data operations and clinical personnel.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

  Required Experience & Qualifications

• A minimum of a degree in Statistics, social sciences or another related field from a reputable institute.
• Proficiency in use of excel, Access and other databases will be of added advantage
• Extensive experience performing compilation and entry of health-related data into facility registers and DHIS2 databases.
• Good numeracy skills. Attention to detail and enjoy alphanumeric data entry
• Experience in handling collecting, collating and managing numerical data
• Data analysis skills

Applied Knowledge and Skills:

• Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English; fluent in host country language.

Problem Solving & Impact:

• Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature.
• Recognizes when to deviate from accepted practice when required.
• Decisions may affect a work unit or area within a department.

Supervision Given/Received:

• Has no supervisory responsibility.
• Receives general instructions on routine work and detailed instructions on new assignments.
• Contributes to process improvements that affect the department.
• Typically reports to a Manager.

Education:

• High School/GED Diploma or International Equivalent

Experience:

• 0-3 years’ experience with data entry and medical record keeping.
• Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO).

Typical Physical Demands:

• Typical office environment.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift 5-50 lbs.

Technology to be Used:

• Personal Computer, Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), e-mail, telephone, printer, calculator, copier, cell phones, PDAs and other hand held devices.

Travel Requirements:

• Less than 10%

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