Rochester, NY, 14651, USA
4 days ago
Research Data Engineer II
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: 400981 Neuro-Ctr Health & Tech/CTCC Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URG 113 Compensation Range: $77,216.00 - $115,824.00 _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:** Supports the implementation and maintenance of analytical and data science-based software and data pipelines enabling scientific workflows. Provides focuses support in enhancing the data collection frameworks that integrate structured and unstructured data from multiple sources and systems to enable the use of data in specific research study teams. Maintains and supports the development of infrastructure systems (e.g., data warehouses, data lakes, etc.), including data access Application Programming Interface(s) (APIs). Receives guidance from and acts in support of a team aimed at providing robust, scalable software solutions to the research enterprise. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS** + Builds, maintains and evolves general Extract, Transform and Load (ETL) data pipelines and overall data architecture to accommodate a growing amount of data from a variety of large research data sources. Maintains and modifies data transfer solutions for study protocol requirements outlined in the Data User Agreements. + Works with research team members to support the conversion of protocol and technical requirements into professional clinical trial data collection software solutions. Ensures timely completion of tasks while managing multiple assignments, project timelines and business user expectations. + Supports the implementation of custom research project-specific data workflow solutions for data collection, management, reporting and analytics. + Contributes to the scientific research. + Adheres to and improves defined application development life-cycle practices, including but not limited to, requirements gathering, writing test plans, source code management, peer code review and quality assurance through unit/system/user acceptance testing. + Participates in specification, implementation and execution of testing procedures to ensure quality of deliverables, system and data workflow reliability. + Produces and maintains comprehensive technical and archival data files and documentation for all systems under the Engineer's responsibilities. + Keeps abreast of current application developments through continuing education, professional reading, online forums, conferences, workshops and professional groups. + Other duties as assigned. **MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (Required)** + Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Biomedical Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics or similar discipline + 2 years of experience in technology and data intensive roles and environments + or equivalent combination of education and experience **KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES** + Programming experience in Structured Query Language (SQL) and one other applicable language (Java, Python, and/or R) + Experience with Change Management solutions + Experience with Version Control solutions (e.g. Git) + Understanding of data analytics and statistical methods + Expertise of software engineering best practices such as version control and software release management + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills + Strong organizational skills + Ability to work with others in a matrix management environment + Excellent communication skills for describing progress and challenges to stakeholders + Attention to detail, patience and a positive, customer-centric attitude + Strong technical presentation skills + Familiarity with file formats, metadata, and data exchange and storage standards applicable in management of scientific and clinical research + Experience implementing and supporting data management systems in a scientific, research context (e.g. biospecimen software, electronic laboratory notebooks, REDCap) preferred. + Experience with UNIX environments, cloud technologies (e.g. AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform), API and sftp transfer setup preferred. + Demonstrated ability to develop proficiency with unfamiliar toolsets preferred. + CITI HSP + CITI Good Clinical Practice + CITI Human Research 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.
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