Research Data Engineer II

001 University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 78,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester in Rochester, NY is seeking a data-focused professional to design and maintain advanced medical research databases and data infrastructure for large-scale studies. You will collaborate with investigators, biostatisticians and programmers to translate requirements into robust, scalable information systems supporting reporting and analytics.

Responsibilities include building project-specific data architectures, ensuring maintainability and efficient data flows,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Biomedical Science, Computer Science, Mathematics or Statistics with 2 years of data-intensive experience.
• Master's degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• SQL and one other language (Java, Python, or R) required.
• Experience with Linux, container and cloud technologies (e.g. HPC, IaaS and PaaS) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement custom, research project-specific database infrastructure solutions for data collection, management, reporting and analytics.
• Develop, maintain and modify large and complex medical research data sources and data architecture.
• Collaborate with investigators, staff and biostatisticians to understand requirements and data sources.
• Provide development, maintenance and modification of data systems to support empirical research needs.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation and apply QA practices throughout the software life cycle.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Data analytics

Statistics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science/CS

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SAS

Git

Linux

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address): 265 Crittenden Blvd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening: Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 400274 CCRC Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URG 113

Compensation Range: $77,600.00 - $116,400.00 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

Works independently in a highly collaborative environment to support critical research databases and clinical data infrastructure. Designs, creates, tests and maintains innovative medical research-focused “big data” repositories. Provide technical support to programmers using the databases for reporting and statistical analysis for large public and private grant support. Works cooperatively with teams who have diverse skill sets to solve complex problems that require robust, scalable medical research database solutions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Design and implement custom, research project-specific database infrastructure solutions for data collection, management, reporting and analytics.
• Solutions need to be both efficient and comprehensive, taking into account reusability and maintainability.
• Provide development, maintenance and modification of numerous large and complex medical research data sources and overall data architecture to provide information infrastructure for growing empirical research needs.
• Collaborate with local investigators, staff and biostatisticians to understand requirements, sources of data, organization of data, and develop database solutions.
• Offer solutions and suggestions to provide optimum efficiency.
• Programs and tests applications with regard to study requirements, writing test plans, source code management, team member code review and quality assurance through unit and system testing.
• Produces and maintains comprehensive technical documentation.
• Continues to develop expertise in programming, architecture, software life cycle, and testing through continuing education, professional reading, online forums, workshops and professional groups.
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Biomedical Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics or similar discipline and 2 years of experience in technology and data intensive roles and environments required
• Master's degree preferred Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Programming experience in Structured Query Language (SQL) and one other applicable language (Java, Python, and/or R) required
• Experience with Change Management solutions required
• Experience with Version Control solutions (e.g. Git) required
• Experience implementing and supporting data management systems in a scientific, research context (e.g. biospecimen software, electronic laboratory notebooks, REDCap) preferred
• Experience with Linux, container and cloud technologies (e.g. HPC, IaaS and PaaS) preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Understanding of data analytics and statistical methods required
• Expertise of software engineering best practices such as version control and software release management required
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills required
• Strong organizational skills required
• Ability to work with others in a matrix management environment required
• Excellent communication skills for describing progress and challenges to stakeholders required
• Attention to detail, patience and a positive, customer-centric attitude required
• Strong technical presentation skills required
• Demonstrated ability to develop proficiency with unfamiliar toolsets preferred
• Familiarity with file formats, metadata, and data exchange and storage standards applicable in management of scientific and clinical research required
• SAS programming experience preferred
• SAS macro expertise (preferred)

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• SAS certification (preferred)

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