Database Analyst Sr - Simmons Cancer Center

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
United States, Texas, Dallas
5323 Harry Hines Boulevard (Show on map)
Nov 21, 2024
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! JOB SUMMARY This position works under general direction to coordinate development, utilization, and maintenance of database systems as required by needs and objectives of department or institution. BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits! EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Required Education Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Health Care Administration, basic science, or computer related field or Master's Degree in Computer Science or a related Information Technology field may be considered as a substitution for up to two (2) years of related experience. Experience 3 years experience in field directly related to type of database maintained, including experience working with and maintaining large complex databases. or Additional years of progressively responsible related experience may be considered in lieu of stated degree requirement on a year for year basis. JOB DUTIES Designs, implements, and evaluates existing or new database applications and recommends improvements. Directs day-to-day operation and utilization of database system, maintaining its integrity, including performance tuning and monitoring, back up, and recovery. Isolates and resolves problems affecting database as whole or in part. Maintains optimal efficiencies in one or more databases. Installs new database applications, tables, and files. Cooperates with project leaders and advises on efficient usage of database files. Maximizes use of automated database systems through on-going analysis of mainframe, PC, and manual systems; trains users in use of automated systems; assists in, or designs, database and related applications; maintains database system and associated data collection systems. Extracts relevant data from various sources and data enters information into database. Works with system users to make recommendations, receive feedback, and test additions and/or enhancements to automated database systems so that systems are updated, tested, developed, and implemented. Administers and investigates database network and systems administration hardware and software by utilizing proficiencies in various computer languages to support functions of project or department. Investigates and recommends efficient, user-friendly database interface designs for all users by utilizing acquired experience and knowledge of database systems. Proposes policy for relational database table design; works in tandem with scientific/technical community using knowledge of future trends to produce a database that is responsive to user needs. Installs and maintains related database software and hardware systems. Makes recommendations for modifications or additions to personal computer database systems, hardware components, and database software applications. Performs other duties as assigned. SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. EEO Statement UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. Benefits UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!