Research Associate – Data Systems at International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of data management systems (collation, processing, and storage) and tools for the livestock production/productivity and genetics
• Develop and provide training and support for new and existing tools and systems used for data capture, data extraction and reporting
• Follow Software Development Lifecycle processes to design, implement, test and deploy new technology solutions
• Implement automations and process improvements to maximise efficiency and effectiveness of workflows and data pipelines
• Respond to 2nd level support requests from internal and external stakeholders including assistance in analysis and interpretation of data extracts
• Implement and monitor Quality Assurance (QA) and data validation processes, including safe and remote back-up of database systems and tools
• Maintain the security of information and databases to ensure the confidentiality and controlled access of collected and all relevant data management systems
• Perform any other related duties as may be required

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in business information systems, database management, computer science or relevant field
• Minimum of 4  years’ of experience in relevant field
• Operational experience working with relational database systems e.g., MySQL, MS SQL Server including SQL programming, database design, database management
• Experience of data visualization and reporting tools
• Knowledge of the application of quality assurance standards and procedures
• Experience in software programming and product development
• Use of Github or other version control system
• Experience and knowledge of cybersecurity and data protection best practices
• Experience of data management for research projects, particularly biological and agricultural topics
• Experience of ODK/ONA
• Ability to work independently and within a team