Database Administrator
2 months ago
Department
BSD BIS - Business Intelligence Services
About the Department
About the Department
The University of Chicago Biological Sciences Division (BSD) contains all elements of academic medicine. Basic and translational research, education, and patient care come together in a single campus. Its mission is to create new knowledge of living systems, train the next generation of leaders in biology and medicine, and advance the forefront of health through innovative patient care. The Biological Science Division is divided into 10 basic science and 13 clinical departments that provide academic homes for nearly 900 full-time faculty. The BSD Information Technology team provides advanced, secure technologies and services to enable clinical, translational, and basic science research.
Job Summary
**Responsibilities**:
- Manage SQL Server databases through multiple product lifecycle environments, from development to production systems.- Manage Oracle database instances on Linux.- Configure and maintain database servers and processes, including monitoring of system health and performance, to ensure high levels of performance, availability, and security.- Analyze, solve, and correct issues in real time, providing problem resolution end-to-end.- Refine and automate regular processes, track issues, and document changes- Assist developers with query tuning and schema refinement.- Install and configure SSRS reporting instances.-
- Defines and interprets existing data and populates the database with new data from external sources. Plans own resources such as documentation on data models, data dictionaries, physical database configuration, and daily database maintenance functions.- Participates in the development of queries and retrieval systems.- Monitors the database storage system used to securely store and organize datasets.- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
**Education**:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
- Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
- Certifications:
- Preferred Qualifications
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
- Familiar with Oracle Database Administration.- Familiar with Linux OS.- Familiar with ksh scripting.- Familiar with Windows Administration.
Preferred Competencies- Independent problem-solving.- Strong communication skills involving translating complex technical terminology and functional processes into layman’s terms.
Working Conditions-
- Daily team scrum (virtual).- Occasional deployment activities after business hours.
Application Documents- Resume (required)- Cover Letter (required)
Job Family
Information Technology
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Frequency
Monthly
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
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