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) The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law. Notice: If you are a Current Employee, please log into myURHR to search for and apply to jobs using the Jobs Hub. Your application, if submitted using this portal, cannot be moved forward. Learn. Discover. Heal. Create. Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals. At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.