Data Systems Manager Position Available In Orange, North Carolina

Data Systems Manager 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars Chapel Hill, NC 27599 Posting Information Department Sheps Ctr for Hlth Serv Res-633100 Career Area Research Professionals Posting Open Date 05/12/2025 Application Deadline 06/02/2025 Open Until Filled No Position Type Permanent Staff (EHRA NF) Working Title Data Systems Manager Appointment Type EHRA Non-Faculty Position Number 20012220 Vacancy

ID NF0009100

Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Permanent FTE 1 Hours per week 40 Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $75,000-$110,000 Proposed Start Date 06/23/2025 Position Information Be a Tar Heel! A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance. Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit The Cecil G. Sheps Center for Health Services Research seeks to improve the health of individuals, families, and populations by understanding the problems, issues, and alternatives in the design and delivery of health care services. This is accomplished through an interdisciplinary program of research, consultation, technical assistance, and training that focuses on timely and policy-relevant questions concerning the accessibility, adequacy, organization, cost, and effectiveness of health care services, and the dissemination of this information to policymakers and the general public. We are seeking a Data Systems Manager to work with the Program on Health Workforce Research and Policy at the Cecil G. Sheps Center for Health Services Research at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The Health Professions Data System Team (HPDS) produces annual health workforce data for North Carolina.

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https://www.shepscenter.unc.edu/data/health-professions-data-system Position Summary The Cecil G. Sheps Center for Health Services Research at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is recruiting for a Data Systems Manager to work with the Program on Health Workforce Research and Policy. The Data Systems Manager will Design and manage a PostgreSQL-based relational database to store and harmonize over 20 years of annual licensure data, including data normalization and schema design. Automate processes using tools like Python to transform raw flat files into structured data for the database. Translate legacy SAS code from the existing data pipeline and adapt it for the newer RDBMS-based system. Continue to process annual licensure data using legacy SAS pipeline until RDBMS focused pipeline is stable. Maintain documentation for annual and longitudinal licensure data, including schema and data processing workflows. Perform data cleaning and analysis using programming languages (e.g., Python, R, Stata, SAS). Provide quality assurance checks and audits of data reports; identify and propose solutions to data issues and changes. Collaborate with licensing boards and external organizations to troubleshoot dataset issues and clarify data sources. Communicate issues and findings to investigators and team members, using email, presentations, data visualizations, etc. Manage project timelines, deliverables, and completion of required project objectives. Work with interdisciplinary team to improve and maintain data systems to manage and compile datasets. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. May require terminal degree and licensure. Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Experience in data management and analysis Experience in the design and management of relational databases for research data Strong understanding of best practices in data management and documentation Proficient in coding and analysis software tools such as Python, SQL, Stata, or SAS. Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Five years of experience in data management and analysis Experience managing teams or other analysts Ability to quickly and easily learn new software An analytical mindset for solving problems Demonstrated data management and documentation experience Experience cleaning and merging data Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills Strong oral, written communication, and presentation skills Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities Not Applicable.