Software​/Data Professional III

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

• Requisition Number: RE55489
• Job Title:
  
  Software/Data Professional III
• Department Name: 3L000:
  
  ITS Chief Information Office
• Work Location:
  
  Lexington, KY
• Grade Level: 49
• Salary Range: $73,/year
• Type of Position:
  Staff
• Position Time Status:
  Full-Time
• Required
  
  Education:
  
  MS
• Required Related
  
  Experience:
  
  1 yr
• Required License/Registration/Certification:
  None
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Sitting for long periods of time;
  Lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs
• Shift: Monday Friday 8:00am 5:00pm
• Final date to receive applications: 09/01/2026
• Preferred Education/
  
  Experience:
  
  Masters in Business Informatics or similar degree

Transform Research Data into Reliable, Actionable Insights

The University of Kentucky Department of Pediatrics Researc h is seeking a Software/Data Professional III to support the design, development, and advancement of research data systems and analytics services.

This role helps researchers make better use of data by developing databases, reporting solutions, analytics tools, and data services that support reproducible, high-quality research. The successful candidate will collaborate with investigators, analysts, and technology professionals to create data-driven solutions that improve research productivity and scientific discovery.

• Consult with researchers on database design, reporting needs, data management, and analytics strategies
• Design and develop databases, data pipelines, reports, dashboards, and data services that support research initiatives
• Create complex SQL scripts, stored procedures, views, and reporting solutions
• Develop analytics tools, visualizations, dashboards, scorecards, and self-service reporting resources
• Apply data modeling, data mining, and analytical techniques to solve research challenges
• Collaborate with researchers, developers, and systems professionals on data-focused projects
• Provide project updates and technical guidance to principal investigators and stakeholders
• Develop documentation, coding standards, data dictionaries, and training materials
• Deliver workshops and training focused on database design, data management, and research reproducibility

• Experience with SQL, database development, and data processing pipelines
• Knowledge of analytics and visualization tools such as Tableau, SAS, or similar platforms
• Experience developing reports, dashboards, and business intelligence solutions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to explain technical concepts to research and non-technical audiences
• Experience creating documentation, training materials, and technical standards
• Strong collaboration and communication skills

• Master's degree
• 1 year of related experience

• Meaningful impact:
  Support research that advances pediatric health and scientific discovery
• Technical innovation:
  Work with advanced analytics, database technologies, and data services
• Professional growth:
  Expand expertise in research informatics, data engineering, and business intelligence
• Collaborative environment:
  Partner with researchers, clinicians, analysts, and technology professionals
• Varied responsibilities:
  Blend consultation, development, analytics, training, and research support
• UK's Exceptional Benefits

Research teams are increasingly dependent on high-quality data systems, analytics, and reproducible workflows to accelerate discovery and improve outcomes. As research datasets continue to grow in size and complexity, the need for professionals who can bridge data, technology, and scientific inquiry has never been greater.

In this role, you'll help build the infrastructure and analytical capabilities that enable researchers to answer complex questions, generate meaningful insights, and advance impactful research projects across the university.

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