Description
Purpose:
Provides computer application, system analysis, database management, database programming and at times statistical programming for research department/studies.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate in the design and maintenance of server database systems.
- Assist in statistical analysis for projects.
- Assist in training department personnel on tools used to capture, enter and track data.
- Collaborate in the development and dissemination of data management and tracking programs necessary for protocols.
- Troubleshoot applications.
- Provide quality assurance of all aspects of data management including data flow, verification, analysis, assessment, archival database, security and confidentiality.
- Collaborate with the lead programmer in the creation and implementation of databases and applications
Qualifications
- Typically has completed a four-year academic degree including courses in computer programming, systems analysis, system development, or systems engineering OR has acquired
- Core IT skills and knowledge via practical experience.
- Has mastered the essential knowledge base for an IT professional.
- Has mastered the essential IT principles and analytical rules that guide their application in practical situations.
- Able to perform basic/standard IT procedures and protocols.
- Relies on buddy system/coach to demonstrate applied skills and to guide non-routine actions.
- Higher education (Bachelors/Masters) may be required per Grants
Preferred Skills:
- MS Access w/knowledge of VBA
- MS SQL Server and SQL
- SPSS and its command syntax.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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