OPS Programmer & Data Analyst - College of Nursing

Classification Title:

OPS Programmer & Data Analyst

Classification Minimum Requirements:

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate program in computer science, data science, statistics, informatics, engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Python, R, SQL, or another programming language used for data management and analysis.
• Familiarity with data cleaning, variable creation, quality checks, and reproducible coding practices.
• Interest in clinical data analysis, biomedical informatics, health services research, or clinical decision support.
• Ability to work responsibly with sensitive health data in a secure computing environment (HiPerGator).
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, communication skills, and reliability in team settings.

Job Description:

The Department of Family, Community and Health System Science at the University of Florida College of Nursing is seeking a part-time undergraduate programmer/data analyst to support a research study using structured electronic health record data.

This OPS position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to applied biomedical informatics and health services research focused on hospital discharge planning, post-acute care referrals, and 30-day hospital readmission outcomes. The selected student will work with Dr. Tamara G. R. Macieira to support data processing, algorithm implementation, validation analyses, and preparation of analytic summaries.

Expected Salary:

 This position will have an hourly rate of $26.31

Required Qualifications:

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate program in computer science, data science, statistics, informatics, engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Python, R, SQL, or another programming language used for data management and analysis.
• Familiarity with data cleaning, variable creation, quality checks, and reproducible coding practices.
• Interest in clinical data analysis, biomedical informatics, health services research, or clinical decision support.
• Ability to work responsibly with sensitive health data in a secure computing environment (HiPerGator).
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, communication skills, and reliability in team settings.

Preferred:

• Experience working with structured datasets.
• Familiarity with electronic health record data, clinical datasets, or healthcare analytics.
• Experience with statistical comparisons, descriptive analyses, or outcome analyses.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

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.

Health Assessment Required: No