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O*NET-SOC 15-2051.02

Clinical Data Managers

Apply knowledge of health care and database management to analyze clinical data, and to identify and report trends.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3
  1. Design and validate clinical databases, including designing or testing logic checks.Core16281
  2. Process clinical data, including receipt, entry, verification, or filing of information.Core16284
  3. Generate data queries, based on validation checks or errors and omissions identified during data entry, to resolve identified problems.Core16280
  4. Develop project-specific data management plans that address areas such as coding, reporting, or transfer of data, database locks, and work flow processes.Core16285
  5. Monitor work productivity or quality to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures.Core16279
  6. Prepare appropriate formatting to data sets as requested.Core16268
  7. Design forms for receiving, processing, or tracking data.Core16286
  8. Prepare data analysis listings and activity, performance, or progress reports.Core16277
  9. Confer with end users to define or implement clinical system requirements such as data release formats, delivery schedules, and testing protocols.Core16282
  10. Perform quality control audits to ensure accuracy, completeness, or proper usage of clinical systems and data.Core16278
  11. Analyze clinical data using appropriate statistical tools.Core16283
  12. Evaluate processes and technologies, and suggest revisions to increase productivity and efficiency.Core16269
  13. Develop technical specifications for data management programming and communicate needs to information technology staff.Core16270
  14. Write work instruction manuals, data capture guidelines, or standard operating procedures.Core16273
  15. Track the flow of work forms, including in-house data flow or electronic forms transfer.Core16274
  16. Supervise the work of data management project staff.Core16276
  17. Contribute to the compilation, organization, and production of protocols, clinical study reports, regulatory submissions, or other controlled documentation.Core16272
  18. Read technical literature and participate in continuing education or professional associations to maintain awareness of current database technology and best practices.Core16266
  19. Train staff on technical procedures or software program usage.Core16275
  20. Develop or select specific software programs for various research scenarios.Supplemental16271
  21. Provide support and information to functional areas such as marketing, clinical monitoring, and medical affairs.Supplemental16267

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 55 examples in 17 categories, 21 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Data base user interface and query software

  • 5AM Glassbox Translational Research
  • ClearTrial
  • Clinical trial management software
  • DZS Software Solutions ClinPlus
  • ePharmaSolutions eMVR
  • Fortress Medical Clindex
  • InforSense InforSense
  • Invivo Data EPX ePRO Management System
  • KIKA Veracity
  • Medidata Rave Data Management
  • Merge Healthcare eTrials
  • Microsoft AccessHot Technology
  • Microsoft SQL ServerHot Technology
  • OpenClinica
  • Oracle Clinical
  • Patient tracking software
  • PercipEnz Technologies OnCore-Clinical Research Management OnCore-CRM
  • Phase Forward Clintrial
  • PPD eLoader
  • Relational database software
  • Sierra Scientific Software CRIS
  • Structured query language SQLHot TechnologyIn Demand
  • StudyManager Sponsor Edition
  • SyMetric Sciences SyMetric
  • TOPAZ Enterprise Software Suite

Medical software

  • Allscripts healthcare automation software
  • Epic SystemsHot TechnologyIn Demand
  • EpicCare Ambulatory Electronic Medical Records (EMR) software
  • MEDITECH softwareHot Technology

Categorization or classification software

  • Autocoders
  • Drug coding software

Object or component oriented development software

  • C#Hot Technology
  • C++Hot Technology
  • Oracle JavaHot Technology

Access software

  • Citrix cloud computing software

Analytical or scientific software

  • Electronic data capture EDC software
  • IBM SPSS StatisticsHot Technology
  • Oracle Remote Data Capture
  • SASHot Technology
  • SAS JMP

Enterprise application integration software

  • Extensible markup language XMLHot Technology

Development environment software

  • GoHot Technology
  • Microsoft Visual BasicHot Technology

Spreadsheet software

  • Microsoft ExcelHot TechnologyIn Demand

Office suite software

  • Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Presentation software

  • Microsoft PowerPointHot TechnologyIn Demand

Project management software

  • Microsoft ProjectHot Technology

Document management software

  • Microsoft SharePointHot Technology

Process mapping and design software

  • Microsoft VisioHot Technology

Word processing software

  • Microsoft WordHot Technology

Data base reporting software

  • Oracle SQL Loader
  • SAP BusinessObjects Crystal Reports
  • SAP Crystal Reports

Data base management system software

  • Relational database management software
  • Teradata DatabaseHot Technology

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Getting Information

  • Collect archival data.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

  • Monitor operational activities to ensure compliance with regulations or standard operating procedures.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People

  • Evaluate utility of software or hardware technologies.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Processing Information

  • Evaluate data quality.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Analyzing Data or Information

  • Analyze health-related data.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Analyze data to identify or resolve operational problems.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Thinking Creatively

  • Design software applications.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 5 of 29 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • Augments 9
    • Supports 13
    • Informs 7
  • Create databases to store electronic data.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

  • Update knowledge about emerging industry or technology trends.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 5 of 9 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • Augments 1
    • Informs 8

Working with Computers

  • Prepare data for analysis.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 5 of 14 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • Replaces 1
    • Augments 12
    • Supports 1

Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment

  • Develop procedures for data management.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Develop procedures for data entry or processing.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Documenting/Recording Information

  • Prepare analytical reports.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Document operational procedures.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 5 of 41 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • Replaces 3
    • Augments 24
    • Supports 11
    • Informs 3
  • Prepare instruction manuals.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

  • Collaborate with others to determine design specifications or details.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 5 of 10 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • Augments 3
    • Supports 7
  • Communicate project information to others.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 5 of 26 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • Augments 14
    • Supports 11
    • Informs 1

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others

  • Manage documentation to ensure organization or accuracy.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Training and Teaching Others

  • Train others in computer interface or software use.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 1 of 1 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • Supports 1

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

  • Supervise information technology personnel.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

  • Recommend changes to improve computer or information systems.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill7 of 21
Distinct tools121
Level mix
  • Replaces 4
  • Augments 61
  • Supports 42
  • Informs 19

Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.