Data Manager / Medical Document Specialist (Part-Time) | Datenmanager:in / Medizinische:r Dokumentar:in (m/w/d) in Teilzeit (50-75%)

Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum

Heidelberg, Neckar, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Dec 16, 2025
Part-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This role involves comprehensive data management for clinical-epidemiological studies within Primary Cancer Prevention research at one of Europe's largest cancer research centers. The specialist will be responsible for the entire data lifecycle, including the conception, setup, and administration of study databases (using tools like MS SQL Server, MS Access, and VBA), developing data entry masks, and implementing robust data validation and quality assurance plans. Key duties include programming validation checks, managing data collection, ensuring data security, and preparing research data for scientific analysis. The ideal candidate holds a degree or equivalent qualification in Medical Informatics or Documentation, possesses strong technical skills in database creation and statistical analysis software (SAS, R), and is proficient in medical terminology and relevant data protection regulations. This is a unique opportunity to contribute directly to evidence-based strategies for reducing cancer risk factors in a flexible, part-time, and highly collaborative research environment.

Required Skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree or vocational training in Medical Informatics, Medical Documentation, Medical Information Management, or comparable qualifications.

Experience

  • Professional experience in the creation and application of databases
  • Professional experience with analytical software such as SAS and R
  • Experience in the areas of quality assurance and quality management
  • Experience in planning and conducting patient-oriented studies

Languages

German (Basic)English (Basic)

Additional

  • Initial contract duration is 1 year (with possibility of extension). Part-time employment (50-75%). Compliance with the German Infection Protection Act (IfSG) requiring proof of immunity against measles is mandatory.