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University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleDatabase AnalystRequisition NumberRE52460Working TitleDepartment Name7P275:Public Health Analytics and InformaticsWork LocationFrankfort, KYGrade Level46Salary Range$52,021-85,800/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education

BS

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience

4 yrs

Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsSitting at computer workstation for extended periods. Performing repetitive motion tasks. Sitting/standing for long periods of time. Effectively communicating with individuals.ShiftTypically Monday Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Additional hours as needed.Job SummaryThe College of Public Health's Public Health Analytics and Informatics department is seeking a Database Analyst to join our team. This position is located in Frankfort, Kentucky, and is a state research contract with the KY Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) designed to support program evaluation research and improving the effectiveness, economy, and the quality of services delivered to Medicaid beneficiaries.

The person chosen for this position must be able to write complex SQL queries for data extraction from health data claims, specifically Kentucky Medicaid data. This position designs, tests, implements, and maintains data collection and reporting systems to support research activities using complex database statistical methods. The ability to visualize data utilizing business intelligence tools like Tableau is required. Working knowledge of Python, R, SAS are highly preferred. The ability to conduct simple statistical data analysis is highly preferred. Working knowledge of database cloud technologies (Azure Synapse) is highly preferred. The Database Analyst will work, under the guidance of the principal investigator, to complete contract-specific projects as necessitated by the contract stakeholder.

The position is currently remote, but may require some in-person meetings in Frankfort, KY.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDevelopment and management skills in BI/BA tools, Informatica, Tableau, T-SQL and PL/SQL. Strong communication skills (verbal and written); knowledge and experience in a health care environment.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperiencePreferred experience in working with various data types including healthcare data. Basic statistical skills preferred. Driver's license preferred.Deadline to Apply12/08/2025Our University CommunityWe 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 (*).

1. * How many years of experience do you have with SQL?
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 2 years
   • More than 2 years, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years
2. * Have you worked with database management systems such as MySQL or PostgreSQL?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Are you familiar with data modeling techniques?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Have you ever performed data analysis to support business decisions?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Do you have experience with data visualization tools?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter

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