Data Management Analyst I

Classification Title:

Data Management Analyst I

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization.

Job Description:

Data Management:

• Ensure that data are submitted timely by WRM team, and is accurate for reporting
• Oversee data entry processor in entering data in a timely, efficient and accurate manner
• Liaise between the technicians, biological scientists/engineers, post-doctoral associates, and students   to address and resolve data findings and concerns
• Maintain an internal data log to ensure timely reporting.
• Identify and resolve inconsistencies, missing values, and errors from data collected by the WRP team.
• Clean data by standardizing data formats and handling outliers to ensure data quality and accuracy, in collaboration with WRP team.
• Review data regularly for accuracy and resolve routine problems.
• Maintain the WRP server and the databases, including the databases on other UF-based servers 
• Data Support:
• Provide support to WRP and other team members associated with the WRP projects on policies and procedures related to data collection, submission, and reporting
• Provide training to WRP members on using various data reporting tools and systems. 
• Create and maintain procedures for data collection, tracking, and reporting to the WRP team members and other stakeholders.
• Develop and provide orientation guidance and training to the WRP team members
• Manage supporting training materials, such as manuals and tutorials
• Data Collection:
• Collect biophysical data from research and commercial farms, ranchlands, and natural systems
• Collect UAV-based imagery data
• Data Analysis:
• Analyze the data using graphical, statistical, and other AI-based methods
• Work with the WRP team to implement methods for data analyses for reporting purposes.

Other duties as assigned

Expected Salary:

$53,000; commensurate with education and experience. 

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization.

Preferred:

• BS in computer science or engineering with experience with agricultural systems
• Experience handling data from private farms; proficiency with statistical software and programming, GIS/remote sensing, drone imagery/elevation, and image processing.
• Working knowledge of machine learning and other modeling methods.
• Must be able to follow instructions and meet deadlines.
• Must have excellent communication and organization skills
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation
• Passion for data and technology 
• Ability to contribute to technical reports in English
• Experience with data analysis programs.
• Experience with knowledge of Power BI dashboards 
• Experience with and/or knowledge of Power Apps.
• Proficient in at least one programming language, preferably in R and/or Python
• Strong technological acumen
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong drive and self-motivation
• Leadership skills to drive projects to completion
• Ability to work well as part of a team, including students, with high degree of autonomy in completing tasks  
• Attention to detail is essential.
• In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
• Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
• This is a Time-Limited position. 
• Open to UF Employees Only. 

Special Instructions to Applicants: Health Assessment Required: No