Data Manager at Knowesis Inc. East Orange, NJ

Data Manager job at Knowesis Inc.. East Orange, NJ.

Data Manager

East Orange, NJ (AHBPCE – Airborne Hazards and Burn Pits Center of Excellence)

Primarily remote, with possible on-site work at NJ WRIISC/AHBPCE as needed

Contingent Upon Contract Award

Knowesis is currently seeking a highly skilled Data Manager to support the VHA Airborne Hazards and Burn Pits Center of Excellence (AHBPCE). This position plays a vital role in overseeing the Center’s data infrastructure, ensuring data integrity, compliance, and accessibility to support cutting‑edge research on airborne hazards and burn pit exposures affecting Veterans. The Data Manager will lead data collection, harmonization, and quality assurance across multi‑site research initiatives, while implementing best practices for secure data management.

This role requires technical expertise in data systems, strong knowledge of privacy and compliance standards, and the ability to collaborate with researchers and program leadership. To be eligible, candidates must possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree and ten (10) years of professional experience in data management or a related field. Applicants must also pass a background check and VA onboarding procedures to gain access to VA systems.

• Establish and maintain data-related policies, procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Oversee secure data capture and storage in VA systems, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations.
• Coordinate data collection and management across Post-Deployment Cardiopulmonary Evaluation Network (PDCEN) sites.
• Prepare datasets for analysis by epidemiologists and biostatisticians.
• Conduct data validation, audits, and error resolution to maintain integrity.
• Create data management plans tailored to specific research projects.
• Ensure adherence to VA data security, retention, and backup requirements.
• Implement disaster recovery and data integrity assurance mechanisms.
• Conduct regular audits and recommend improvements to maintain compliance.
• Serve on AHBPCE committees such as the Pilot Project Program, Visiting Scholar Program, Living Evidence Analysis Program, and Data Repository oversight.
• Review applications, proposals, and research outputs, providing critique and recommendations.
• Attend weekly and project‑specific AHBPCE meetings, actively contributing expertise.
• Maintain required VHA training, including VA Privacy, Security Awareness, and Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) certification.

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of ten (10) years of professional experience in data management or a related field
• Strong technical expertise in data systems, privacy/security compliance, and research data management
• Favorable background check

Knowesis is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on merit and qualifications. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment as required by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and other applicable federal laws. Our company values all applicants and employees and fosters a work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.