Position Highlights

The Center for Applied Transportation Sciences in the College of Engineering at the University of Arizona works with partnering agencies and institutions on research and education in transportation systems management and operations, and performance management, as well as mobility on demand.

The Center for Applied Transportation Sciences (CATS) is looking for a database administrator to provide systematical solutions to support the service in transportation research and help the center to manage inventory, database design and management, programming projects, and IT device maintenance.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

Database Design and Management

• Design databases for storing transportation-related data.
• Design databases for supporting transportation analysis and application features.
• Optimize databases for fast data retrieval.
• Handle data sharing and integration with various applications.
  
  

System Design

• Design and maintain data management lifecycle.
• Document system operation.
• Mentor students to conduct the tasks listed above.
  
  

Programming Projects And Experience Optimization

• Assist in the development of web back end for R/Shiny web applications.
• Develop tools for data I/O operations.
• Update and maintain existing software.
• Connect to and host APIs.
• Design user interfaces based on project requirements.
• Spec and set up new servers.
• Maintain center website.
• Optimize user experience on existing R shiny dashboard.
  
  

Device Maintenance

• Maintaining servers.
• Repair and setup computers for the center.
• Handle changes to center displays (e.g. TV Wall).
• Software and hardware support for center staff.
  
  

IT Inventory

• Maintain a list of all IT-related inventory.
• Handle equipment check-in and check-out.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required.
• Up to 1-year relevant work experience required.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in computer science, information system management, or engineering related field. 
• Experience in a Transportation emphasis with transportation data experience preferred.
  
  

FLSAExemptFull Time/Part TimeFull TimeNumber of Hours Worked per Week40Job FTE1.0Work CalendarFiscalJob CategoryInformation TechnologyBenefits EligibleYes - Full BenefitsRate of Pay$65,687 - $85,393Compensation Typesalary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)Grade9Compensation GuidanceThe Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.Grade Range Minimum$65687Grade Range Midpoint$85393Grade Range Maximum$105099Career Stream and LevelPC1Job FamilyDatabase Development & AdminJob FunctionInformation TechnologyType of criminal background check required:Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)Number of Vacancies1Target Hire DateExpected End DateContact Information for CandidatesYao-Jan Wu

Professor, Civil and Architectural Engineering and Mechanics

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Open Date11/19/2024Open Until FilledYesDocuments Needed to ApplyResume and Cover LetterSpecial Instructions to ApplicantApplication: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

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