Research Programmer Analyst 1 SPH-HMEP

About the role

The Research Programmer Analyst supports research initiatives through the design, development, and implementation of data-driven solutions. This role collaborates with investigators, faculty, and research staff to translate project goals into effective computational tools and analytical workflows.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, testing, and maintenance of research-related software applications and scripts.
• Analyze research data sets and provide statistical and computational support for research studies.
• Develop and maintain data pipelines for cleaning, organizing, and storing research data.
• Document code, workflows, and data processes to ensure reproducibility and transparency. Support data visualization and reporting for research publications and presentations.
• Collaborate with faculty and research staff to understand project requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Preferred qualifications include verbal communication, use of a computer, and the ability to recall events, negotiations, and decisions; relevant technical experience or training; AWS Certified Solutions, Microsoft Azure administration, or Database management; programming for data management and analysis, maintaining research databases, automating data pipelines, and developing software tools to support ongoing and future studies.
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Strong knowledge of database design, data integration and familiarity with cloud platforms/ cyber security standards; knowledge of data visualization, statistical summaries, and technical documentation; problem solving, communication and organization skills; ability to maintain confidentiality, expertise in project management methods.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Preferred Qualifications: Verbal communication, use of a computer, and the ability to recall events, negotiations, and decisions; Relevant technical experience or training; AWS Certified Solutions, Microsoft Azure administration, or Database management; Programming for data management and analysis, maintaining research databases, automating data pipelines, and developing software tools to support ongoing and future studies.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of database design, data integration and familiarity with cloud platforms/ cyber security standards; knowledge of data visualization, statistical summaries, and technical documentation; problem solving, communication and organization skills; ability to maintain confidentiality, expertise in project management methods.

Benefits

• Shift: Days; Monday - Friday (Work outside of normal business hours may be required).
• Pay Band: B8
• Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position.
• This position is (fully/partially) funded through external sources. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of these funds.
• Recruitment Period: Until Filled.
• Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
• Full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Conditions of Employment

• All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
• If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
• Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
• For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
• All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How to Apply

Consider applying with us today!

Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.

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