Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Position provides technical and analytical work in planning, designing, implementing, supporting, and monitoring complex departmental database management systems for the business, research, and/or clinical functions of clients. Employee will oversee the migration of database structures from development and QA environments into the production environment, and monitor and manage all environments and report capacity and performance results to management. A strong knowledge of scripting, stored procedures, and query skills are desirable. Duties include client requirements gathering as well as evaluating hardware availability and software requirements. Additionally, employee will be involved in administration of the databases(s) that support laboratory information system. Employee will interact with business and application development staff and should be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Job Description

• Helps determine appropriate architecture and other technical solutions and makes relevant recommendations to the project manager or clients.

• Works with clients, project managers and designers in migrations of applications and databases to new environments.

• Communicates to the project manager with efficiency and accuracy any progress and/or delays.

• Coordinates with Information Security Office on assessing the risk of the database environments and appropriate controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of the information.

• Tests applications to ensure performance and capacity plans meet expectations.

• Designs and develops application database structure, tables, entity relationships and security privileges.

• Ensures designs make efficient use of network and database resources.

• Coordinates work with other team members for application development, administration, information security and network administration to ensure that architecture, functionality and design are consistent with all information technology strategies.

• Researches and evaluates new technology, products, specialized hardware and tools to optimize development and functionality of websites and applications.

• Applies experience with disaster recovery and data replication techniques to protect departmental information and systems in the event of disaster or data loss.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment

• Ability to travel to various on- and off-campus locations

Physical Effort

• Typically standing or walking

• Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less)

• Occasional lifting (25 – 50 lbs)

Equipment

• Office equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (5 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

This job is to support IT functions of a clinical and research laboratory within in the Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism, & Lipid Research at Washington University.  In addition to overseeing the laboratory’s information system, Orchard Harvest, this position oversees local computer workstations and supports the lab’s billing, budgeting, and contracting needs for internal and external clients.  May direct and oversee personnel as needed.  Previous experience in a clinical testing environment is desirable.  

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Client Consulting, Client Counseling, Client Satisfaction, Computer Programming, Database Administration, Database Management, Database Systems, Data Extraction, IT Solution Design, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft SQL Database, Microsoft Windows, Organizing, Project Administration, Strategic Planning, Student Information Systems, System Maintenance, Systems Development, Technical Communication, Technical Knowledge, Technical Procedures, Technical Support, Working Independently

Grade

G15

Salary Range

$84,200.00 - $148,500.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.