Research Data Engineer - Cancer, Cullen Lab

At Houston Methodist, the Research Data Engineer position is responsible for building and managing the infrastructure required for optimal extraction, transformation, and loading of data from a wide variety of clinical and population-health data sources using big data technologies in partnership with Houston Methodist IT. The position entails actively participating in the design, cataloguing, and documentation of data systems and associated processing. The Data Engineer also supports the development of interactive graphical dashboards for the delivery of data science solutions. This position may assist, train and support customers with the operation and administration of systems. Responsibilities may include partnering with end users to increase their understanding of available tools to enhance research and operational productivity.PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Engages with diverse functional teams (technical, clinical and cultural) across all business units within the organization in order to meet assigned project goals which may include the training and support of created software and data systems.

Establishes and maintains effective working relationship with clients and end users by increasing their understanding of available tools to enhance research and operational productivity. Shares acquired skills with team members and customers through documentation, training, and administration of systems.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Accurately prepares written and oral business and scientific correspondence that is coherent, grammatically correct, effective and professional.

Creating, documentation and assisting other IT groups and teams with technological issues, and errors.

Build and manage the analytic tools and infrastructure required for: Optimal data extraction, transformation, and loading of data from a wide variety of clinical and population-health data sources using big data technologies such as AWS and SQL and other transactional and relational database technologies. Data pipeline for purposes such as research and achieving key clinical operation goals.

Support the development of interactive graphical dashboards for the delivery of data science solutions, as well as actively participate in the design, cataloging, and documentation of data systems and associated processing.

Leads medium to large scale projects utilizing Houston Methodist project guidelines including budget adherence.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provides high quality data support for assigned research projects.

Resolves problems of moderate to advanced complexity using strong analytical and logic skills. Generates innovative solutions in partnership with customers, vendors and cross functional IT teams.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Establishes responsible deadlines and personal work plans and manages time effectively. Accurately completes and submits assigned work and status reports according to project timelines and expectations.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Seeks out opportunities to cross train and become proficient in multiple applications

Participates in professional development. Completes Individual Development Plan. (IDP).

Anticipates client needs and communicates to department leadership for solution development.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.EDUCATION

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, Statistics or related field required

Master's degree preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE

Three years related technical experience supporting data science

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

Certification if appropriate to assigned application within 6 months OR

EPIC - Certification must be maintained within 6 months

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations

Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security

Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

Knowledge with various data storage technologies on cloud systems.

Knowledge with Kafka and Hadoop Ecosystem, modeling for relational and NoSQL schemas and development with Java, Python/pySpark and scala languages.

Prior knowledge of AWS technologies, Epic & healthcare is desirable

Knowledge of data visualization tools and infrastructure preferred (e.g. Tableau¿, Microsoft BI)

Familiar with current database and operating systems as required for assigned applications.

Understands SQL and relational and multi-dimensional database structures and schemas.

Technical skills to support multiple applications.

Intermediate level competency in multiple applications or areas of clinical workflow.

Demonstrated project management skills.

Ability to problem solve and generate innovative solutions in conjunction with customers, vendors, and Information Technology.

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTSWORK ATTIRE

Uniform No

Scrubs No

Business professional Yes

Other (department approved) No

ON-CALLNote that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

On Call No

TRAVELTravel specifications may vary by department

May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes

May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes

Company Profile:Houston Methodist Academic Institute oversees the Education Institute and Research Institute, including 772 faculty and 56,250 learners. The Academic Institute aligns our research and education initiatives in service to the clinical mission, providing solutions that answer the call for new technologies and skills our clinicians need for patient care.Houston Methodist Education Institute coordinates our primary academic affiliation with Weill Cornell Medicine and other joint programs, including the Engineering Medicine Program at Texas A&M University Intercollegiate School of Engineering Medicine. The Education Institute also oversees continuing medical education and graduate medical education, and supports more than 1,000 trainees in residence for medical, nursing, allied health and research education programs.Houston Methodist Research Institute supports research programs and infrastructure that enable faculty across the system to bring new scientific discoveries to patients as rapidly as possible through the full cycle of a cure from conceptual bench research, to prototyping and development, to clinical trials and FDA approval. The Research Institute supports more than 1,387 clinical research protocols and $70.3 million in extramurally funded translational research programs.Houston Methodist is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.Equal Employment OpportunityHouston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.