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Apply for Job Job ID361793 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilySupplemental Employee Full/Part TimePart-Time Regular/TemporaryTemporary Job Code0001 Employee ClassCivil Service Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job Position Overview: The division of Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Temporary/Casual Database Manager to support our Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) Database. This role is crucial in ensuring the integrity, accessibility, and security of our databases. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in database management, excellent analytical skills, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of data quality. Key Responsibilities: Input data into the database from Epic electronic medical record and other sources as available. Ensure data integrity and ensure that data is up to date. Run database reports when requested by study team. Answer queries from study team and troubleshoot database problems with study team. Database Maintenance: Ensure the efficient operation of existing databases, including regular updates, backups, and security measures. Data Integrity: Perform regular audits and data validation to maintain accuracy and completeness of information. Compliance: Ensure all database activities comply with university policies and relevant legal regulations, including data privacy and security standards. Collaboration: Work closely with other IT staff, faculty, and administrative personnel to support data-related needs and initiatives. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and/or relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Experience in database management, preferably in an academic or research environment. Proficiency with database management systems (e.g., MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle) and database query languages (e.g., SQL). Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical users. Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively. Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with data visualization tools and software is a plus. How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647. Diversity Founded in 1888, the University of Minnesota Medical School has three campuses. A four-year MD program and the MD/PhD program are located on the Twin Cities campus in addition to MD programs at regional campuses in Duluth and St. Cloud. Employment Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. About the U of M The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations. At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a To Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022). The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.