Research Database Analyst 1

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The Office of the Vice Provost for Research & Scholarship, Research Intelligence & Capacity (RIC) unit has a job opportunity for a Research Database Analyst to work at the University of Miami.

CORE JOB SUMMARY
The Research Database Analyst 1 analyzes data from various sources and develops scheduling and utilization reports. The incumbent also creates relevant reporting tools, such as dashboards and front-end reports using various platforms and research tools. An employee in this position serves as a liaison to various internal units, teams, committees, and external vendors.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs a variety of data analytics to support the needs, goals, and objectives of the institution.
• Formulates term-specific, ad hoc, and trending reports.
• Develops and models inventory and supply and demand analysis. 
• Analyzes information in reports to support the department’s planning needs, goals, and objectives.
• Develops groupings of statistical reports.
• Collaborates with staff to develop and implement improved reporting tools.
• Provides feedback to and works cooperatively with software vendors.
• Designs, develops, and maintains existing dashboards.
• Participates in the organization and presentation of information systems to demonstrate best practices. 
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
• Works in partnership with Business Analysts to support business operations.
• Communicates directly with users for data gathering sessions
• Acts as Tier 1 Customer Support for issues related to existing data dashboards and data validation efforts.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Associate’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field required.

Experience:
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience. Understanding of Clinical Research Protocols is highly preferred. Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
• Strong Excel skills

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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff