Job Summary:
The position provides support to the Data Management and Statistical (DMS) Core of the Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC). Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, uploading data to the National Alzheimer’s Coordinating Center’s repository, managing the data entry query resolution process, REDCap survey design, maintaining data dictionaries and standard operating procedures, providing staff training and maintaining training materials on database system usage, managing access to the all databases across the program, and assisting the DMS Core Manager with the preparation of data freezes.
SMPH is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged.
Responsibilities:
Assists the IT team in the design, development, build, and maintenance of database systems and environments to ensure data security and integrity. Helps develop related policy, procedures, and training.
- 25% Assists in the development of data architectures and database management policies and standards
- 15% Assists in the identification and resolution of data issues and upholds database-use guidelines
- 5% Assists in the installation, configuration, maintenance, backup, restoration, and performance-tuning of databases
- 5% Implements routine security measures to safeguard digital information
- 10% Monitors and analyzes database audit tables and logs and provides routine data warehousing support and data extraction
- 20% Assists in identifying, developing, and facilitating unit staff training opportunities in the effective utilization of databases
- 20% Creates and maintains programming scripts for extracting data from the local database and uploading data to the national database
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Education:
Preferred
Associate’s Degree
Preferred candidate will have a background in computer science, informatics, data management, mathematics, library science or statistics.
Qualifications:
Familiarity with SQL, R, Python or a similar programming language required. At least one year of experience with data management or database administration preferred. Experience working with HIPAA and knowledge of data security best practices also preferred. Experience working in a research environment preferred.
Work Type:
Full Time: 100%
This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Salary:
Minimum $60,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
The minimum starting salary for the position is $60,000 but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
Additional Information:
The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.
How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please click on the “Apply Now” button. You will be asked to upload a current resume/CV and a cover letter briefly describing how you meet the minimum/preferred qualifications for the position. You will also be asked to provide contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor during the application process. References will not be contacted without prior notice.
At UW School of Medicine and Public Health, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply.
The Department of Medicine and the University of Wisconsin-Madison are committed to fostering diversity. We encourage applications from potential candidates of all race, class, gender, sexuality, ability, nationality, religion, and other group identities; and we encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Contact:
Fangfang Shi
fshi@medicine.wisc.edu
608-263-7982
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:
Database Administrator I(IT024)
Department(s):
A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/MEDICINE/GER-AD DEV
Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:
276346-AS
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
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Applications Open: Mar 17 2023 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close: Mar 31 2023 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time