University of Kentucky
Data Management Specialist
🇺🇸
Lexington, KY
🕑
Full-Time
💰
$47K - $78K
💻
Data Science
🗓️
April 17th, 2026
ETL
SQL
Edtech.com's Summary
University of Kentucky is hiring a Data Management Specialist to support data management operations within the College of Public Health/Public Health Analytics and Informatics. The role involves developing applications for research projects, executing SQL queries for data extraction, transformation, and loading, assisting with ETL processes, performing data quality checks, maintaining technical documentation, and collaborating with researchers and data science teams.
Highlights
- Develop and maintain data management applications including Rapid Actionable Data for Opioid Response in Kentucky (RADOR-KY) system.
- Execute SQL queries for data extraction, transformation, and loading across multiple public health data sources.
- Assist with ETL processes and perform data quality validation checks.
- Monitor data pipelines and maintain technical documentation such as data dictionaries and process guides.
- Provide support to researchers and study staff with data management needs.
- Required skills include proficiency in SQL, familiarity with automation or Linux, and version control tools.
- Preferred education: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 3 years of related experience required.
- Salary range: $47,278 to $78,000 per year.
- Position is full-time staff within the Public Health Analytics and Informatics department.
Data Management Specialist Full Description
Data Management Specialist
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title | Data Management Specialist
Requisition Number | RE54050
Working Title |
Department Name | 7P275:Public Health Analytics and Informatics
Work Location | Lexington, KY
Grade Level | 45
Salary Range | $47,278-78,000/year
Type of Position | Staff
Position Time Status | Full-Time
Required Education | BS
Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience | 3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification | None
Physical Requirements | Sitting and/or standing for long periods of time; performing repetitive motion tasks; lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs;
Shift | Primarily Monday – Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Additional hours as needed.
Job Summary | The College of Public Health/Public Health Analytics and Informatics is seeking Data Management Specialist to join our team developing applications for multiple research projects, including the Rapid Actionable Data for Opioid Response in Kentucky (RADOR-KY) system.
We are seeking a Data Management Specialist to support our data management operations through SQL-based data engineering, quality control, and technical documentation. This position will execute SQL queries for data extraction, transformation, and loading across multiple public health data sources, assist with ETL processes, and perform data quality validation checks. The ideal candidate will monitor data pipelines, maintain comprehensive technical documentation including data dictionaries and process guides, and provide support to researchers and study staff. This role requires strong SQL skills, attention to detail, excellent communication abilities, and a collaborative approach to learning data management best practices. The position offers hands-on experience with database administration, data quality assurance, and public health informatics systems while working closely with senior data management, data science team members, and faculty investigators.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Proficiency with SQL; familiarity with automation and/or Linux; version control tools
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No
Preferred Education/Experience | Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science , Data Science, or equivalent experience
Deadline to Apply | 04/22/2026
Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Requisition Number | RE54050
Working Title |
Department Name | 7P275:Public Health Analytics and Informatics
Work Location | Lexington, KY
Grade Level | 45
Salary Range | $47,278-78,000/year
Type of Position | Staff
Position Time Status | Full-Time
Required Education | BS
Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience | 3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification | None
Physical Requirements | Sitting and/or standing for long periods of time; performing repetitive motion tasks; lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs;
Shift | Primarily Monday – Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Additional hours as needed.
Job Summary | The College of Public Health/Public Health Analytics and Informatics is seeking Data Management Specialist to join our team developing applications for multiple research projects, including the Rapid Actionable Data for Opioid Response in Kentucky (RADOR-KY) system.
We are seeking a Data Management Specialist to support our data management operations through SQL-based data engineering, quality control, and technical documentation. This position will execute SQL queries for data extraction, transformation, and loading across multiple public health data sources, assist with ETL processes, and perform data quality validation checks. The ideal candidate will monitor data pipelines, maintain comprehensive technical documentation including data dictionaries and process guides, and provide support to researchers and study staff. This role requires strong SQL skills, attention to detail, excellent communication abilities, and a collaborative approach to learning data management best practices. The position offers hands-on experience with database administration, data quality assurance, and public health informatics systems while working closely with senior data management, data science team members, and faculty investigators.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Proficiency with SQL; familiarity with automation and/or Linux; version control tools
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No
Preferred Education/Experience | Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science , Data Science, or equivalent experience
Deadline to Apply | 04/22/2026
Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How many years of experience do you have writing SQL queries for data extraction, transformation, or cleaning?
- None
- More than 0 up through 2 years
- More than 2 years up through 4 years
- More than 4 years up through 6 years
- More than 6 years
- * Have you worked with ETL tools or processes before? If yes, which tools and in what capacity?
(Open Ended Question) - * Describe your experience with data quality control or validation activities.
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
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- Cover Letter
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