Data Architect

Posting Number

S14449P

Job Title

Data Architect

Department

SOM-Operations

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Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Additional Schedule Information

Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Flexibility may be needed at times.

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience

Posting Date

12/02/2025

Open until filled

Yes

Proposed Starting Date

02/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

The application packet should include a cover letter detailing how the applicant’s credentials and experience meet the needs, responsibilities, and qualifications for the position, a current resume, and contact information for three professional references (who will not be contacted without further correspondence with the applicant).

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

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Classification Title

Database Administrator II

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in data science, computer science, information technology, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
• Proven experience designing and implementing complex data solutions in a healthcare or academic setting
• Knowledge of machine learning algorithms and AI integration in healthcare
• Certification in relevant technologies (e.g., AWS Certified Big Data)
• Understanding of bioinformatics or genomics data management
• Experience with No
  
  SQL databases

Position Summary

The Data Architect leads the integration of the School of Medicine’s data and IT systems with UGA’s central university infrastructure. The Data Architect is responsible for designing, creating, deploying, and managing the data architecture to support education, research, and clinical operations. This role involves defining how the data will be stored, consumed, integrated, and managed by different data entities and IT systems within the medical school.

This role is critical in ensuring seamless interoperability, data governance, security, and efficiency across academic, clinical, research and administrative systems. The Data Architect will work closely with the School of Medicine’s leadership, university enterprise IT teams, faculty, and external partners to design and implement scalable solutions that support the institution’s growth and accreditation needs.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Strong knowledge of database management systems (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL). Familiarity with student information systems (e.g., Banner), learning management systems (e.g., D2L), and research data platforms.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a track record of successful collaboration in…