data manager Olathe, KS
Job description
Data Management Assistant Analyst
Enabling critical work and rubbing shoulders with the scientists who are contributing to the impact of our world’s health – that’s what people in our Business and Lab Support roles at KCAS get to do every day. If that gets you excited too, then maybe working as a Data Managment Assistant Analyst at KCAS is a role to consider.
When you work as a Data Managment Assistant Analyst at KCAS, you get to further our mission by working with many software-oriented tools that are used by bioanalytical scientists in collection, analysis, reporting, organizing, and mining / deciphering large amounts of scientific data and knowledge. The tools may be vendor supplied software, custom made programs and macros, or efficiency applications software such as Microsoft Office. Data Management Assistant Analyst assists in the management of all assigned data management projects within assigned business units, such as, but not limited to, formatting and uploading manifests into Watson for specific clients. Data Management Assistant Analyst assists in the creation of the weekly sample inventory files, QC files, and other data reports.
In this role, we’ll rely on you to:
- Assists in the creation of the weekly sample inventory files, QC files, and other data reports
- Assists with formatting and uploading manifest into Watson for specific clients
- Become a proficient user of selected specialized laboratory software/data bases/LIMS needed and required for data-to-knowledge process and reporting
- Utilizes specialized routines (macros) and knows how to troubleshoot existing modules used for efficiently processing data
- Learn training modules
- Tracks utility of existing processes and suggests improvements
- Attends internal and external expert training workshops as needed
You’ll do all this while part of a supportive team culture and with direct access to company leadership to share your ideas. You will be invested in with a career path that is tailored to you, jumping in on projects where you can try new things.
And every day, you’ll be part of decisions and work that pioneers the latest drug development in human and animal healthcare.
At KCAS, demand for our expertise in bioanalytical and biomarker services is growing, and now is a great time to join us and be part of our team of dedicated experts who are together, improving the world’s health!
(Note, this is a representative summary of responsibilities and is not meant to be exhaustive.)
WHO YOU ARE
You will thrive at KCAS if you enjoy a relational environment, are purpose- and values-driven, embrace constant development and supportive leadership, and enjoy being part of innovative work.
To qualify specifically for this role, you will have:
- A minimum of 1 year in data management or analysis
- Associate degree
- Hands-on computer experience
- Demonstrated ability to implement customized solutions
- Relevant course work or certificates
- Ability to decipher and organize large amounts of data
- Able to work on multiple projects
- Able to communicate with scientists
- Able to perform tasks with a sense of urgency
- Able to maintain a progress chart of multiple projects
- Self-motivated and deadline driven
- Have genuine interest in learning new laboratory software and processes
- Perform all aspects of job in a way that supports company brand and supports company mission, vision and values.
Requirements identified in all KCAS position statements are representative of the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform the job successfully. Employees must possess the ability and aptitude to follow instructions and perform all assigned duties proficiently. Employment with KCAS is, at all times, on an "at-will" basis.
WHAT YOU’LL GET
Our benefits include, and extend beyond, the traditional package. At KCAS, you’ll enjoy company sponsored events like food trucks, family days and spirit days. You’ll grow in your career with KCAS University. You’ll be able to connect with like-minded employees to further KCAS's approach to key areas such as wellness, inclusion, and community outreach. You’ll engage as an owner in our stock ownership program. You’ll have access to the latest technology. And you’ll be able to invest in the community with paid time off to volunteer.
WHO WE ARE
We are a fast-growing contract research organization (CRO) headquartered in Kansas City, pioneering the latest drug development in both human and animal health fields. Demand for our expertise is growing and so is our need for great people to work in nimble, empowered teams committed to one another’s growth. At KCAS, we advance both great science AND great people.
Learn more about KCAS in this video.
KCAS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Among other things, we provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected category; we recruit qualified candidates without regard to citizenship status based on internal processes that enable us to hire the right candidates consistent with the appropriate U.S. Immigration framework; and (3) we work with and provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation may send an email to [email protected], or call 913-248-3000 (for TTY assistance call 711) and ask for Human Resources.
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