| Position | Data Technician |
| Group | Dengue Group |
| Location | This post is based at OUCRU HCM with travels to collaborating hospitals |
| Hours of work | Full-time. 37.5 hours per week, extra hours may be required. |
| Tenure | Initially for 1 year, including a 2-month probation period, with the possibility of extension |
| Reporting to | Dr. Ho Quang Chanh, Head of Dengue |
| Vacancy reference | JDHCM-0326-006 |
| Background | The Oxford University Clinical Research Unit (OUCRU) is a large-scale clinical and public health research unit, with sites offices in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi in Vietnam, Jakarta in Indonesia and Kathmandu in Nepal. In Vietnam, we are hosted by the Hospital of Tropical Diseases (HTD) in Ho Chi Minh City, and the National Hospital for Tropical Diseases (NHTD) in Hanoi. OUCRU Nepal closely collaborates with the National Academy of Medical Sciences in Kathmandu, and OUCRU Indonesia exists in partnership with the University of Indonesia. As a Wellcome Trust Africa Asia Programme, we have received considerable support from the Wellcome Trust since our establishment in 1991. OUCRU’s vision is to have local, regional and global impact on health by leading a locally driven research programme on infectious diseases in Southeast Asia. Priority is given to health issues important to the hospitals where we work, and to the countries as a whole where we operate: Vietnam, Indonesia and Nepal. All work is intended not only to benefit the patients seen daily at our host hospitals, but also to help improve patient care. Please see more information on OUCRU website: www.oucru.org |
| Job summary | This Junior Data Technician will be working on the project “External Validation of Outpatient Dengue Risk Prediction Models (D-CAT Project)”. This project aims to externally validate outpatient dengue risk prediction models using independent datasets from collaborating sites. The validated models will support development of the Dengue Clinical Assessment Tool (D-CAT), a digital clinical decision-support system designed to improve early triage and reduce unnecessary hospitalizations. The project involves multicentre data collection, data harmonization, and rigorous quality assurance. The post holder will support study coordination, data collection, data entry, cleaning, analysis and documentation across collaborating study sites. This role is suitable for an early-career candidate seeking experience in clinical research and data management. The successful candidate will work closely with clinicians, site collaborators and the central research team to ensure accurate and secure handling of study data. |
| Key responsibilities and tasks | 1. Data Collection (Collaborating Sites) – Assist data extraction required from medical records according to study protocol. – Support completion of case report forms (CRFs) or electronic data capture systems. – Collect additional clinical data at participating hospitals. – Ensure data are collected in accordance with study definitions and timelines. – Liaise with site staff to resolve data queries. 2. Data Entry & Data Management – Enter data accurately into designated databases (e.g., REDCap, Excel). – Perform routine data cleaning and basic validation checks. – Identify missing or inconsistent data and report to supervisors. – Maintain organized and secure storage of electronic and paper records. – Support dataset preparation for analysis under supervision. 3. Documentation Support – Assist in preparing and maintaining study documentation (data dictionaries, variable lists, logs). – Support ethics submission documents and site regulatory files as required. – Maintain data collection logs and tracking sheets. – Ensure proper filing and version control of study-related documents. 4. Quality Control – Conduct basic quality checks to ensure data completeness and accuracy. – Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for data handling. – Maintain confidentiality and comply with data protection regulations. 5. Team Support – Participate in project meetings and training sessions. – Assist statisticians and senior data staff with data-related tasks as needed. – Provide administrative and operational support for other clinical studies. |
| Selection criteria | Essential – Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in public health, biomedical science, statistics, data science or related field. – Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. – Basic proficiency in Excel and familiarity with data entry systems. – Basic knowledge of R, Stata or similar software. – Ability to consistently perform routine tasks in line with established protocols. – Careful and methodical working style, with reliability and accountability – Good in English and Vietnamese communication ability to work with clinical teams Desired – Previous experience in clinical research or hospital data collection. – Familiarity with REDCap or other electronic data capture systems. – Basic knowledge of Python and machine learning – Willingness to travel to collaborating sites if required |
| Benefits | – Contracted salary ranges: $991 – $1,094 gross per month – Optional insurance: In-patient and out-patient medical coverage; Personal accident insurance coverage – Two months’ salary for annual bonus and clothes – Annual leave 18 days each year for the first year, a maximum of 30 days – Other responsibilities and benefits are based on Viet Nam Labour Law. |
| How to apply | Interested qualified candidates are invited to send their detailed resume and cover letter in English, including copies of relevant degrees, certificates by email to the following address: Oxford University Clinical Research Unit Laboratory of Clinical Science Hospital for Tropical Diseases 764 Vo Van Kiet, Ward 1, District 5, HCMC Email: hr@oucru.org *** We thank all candidates for their interest but only short-listed applicants will be notified for interview. |
| Contact person | Ms Nguyen Thi Hong Phuc |
| Deadline for submission | 12 March 2026 |