Data Base Analyst Iii-Research Study

Data Base Analyst III

University of Alabama at Birmingham

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking a Data Base Analyst III. This position will work with the CARDIA (Coronary Artery Risk Development in Young Adults) study. Priorities are understanding data management best practices including a strong understanding of relational databases, strong experience in data analytics, good project management skills, experience with quality control, account and file management, and growth mindset (willingness to keep learning).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive, process, and manage data electronically from the core CARDIA study, CARDIA ancillary studies, and various laboratories.
• Produce various reports, including recruitment reports, for the core CARDIA study and ancillary studies.
• Produce lists of samples to be pulled and shipped from the CARDIA repository for approved ancillary studies.
• Maintain the inventory database of CARDIA biospecimens.
• Program various study questionnaires in REDCap.
• Work with CARDIA IT staff, Quality Control Coordinator, and biostatistics staff, as needed.
• Provides technical support to programming staff in the area of database design, programming, and file-related problem determination.
• Maintains integrity of database through backup and restores procedures as well as assists with system efficiency by monitoring file placement, reorganization

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Work Characteristics

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Effective communicator with research staff, participants, and non-academic research partners. Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Adaptability to a fast-paced, changing work environment.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Dependability.
• Multitasking and time management skills.
• Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize assignments.

Salary Range: $67,070 - $108,990

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math or a related field
• And five (5) years of related experience required.
• Work experience may substitute for education requirement.
  • A list of experience and education substitutions can be found on the UAB Compensation website, if job allows for such substitutions.