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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Database Specialist - **Company:** CU Denver - **Location:** Denver, CO, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $70,492.0 - $89,666.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Databases, Database Development, Information Technology, Data Management, Programming Languages - **Published:** August 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17788763?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17788763%2FDatabase-Specialist-Colorado-Denver ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Computational Biology, Data Science, Computer Science or related field * Three (3) years REDCap development experience A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis, * Master's degree in Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Computational Biology, Data Science, Computer Science or related field * Four (4) years of REDCap development experience Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Expert knowledge of database principles relevant in medical research * Expert ability to analyze and solve complex problems and apply quantitative analytical approaches * Expert level knowledge of REDCap and willingness to learn new programming languages as necessary * Familiarity with statistical analytical concepts and methods * Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution * Outstanding customer service skills * Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medical terminology * Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future. ## Description The Department of Emergency Medicine and ATLAS Lab Research Program seeks motivated applicants for the position of Database Specialist, serving as a Principal Professional. The projects focus on critically ill and injured patients in the Emergency Department and Intensive Care Units, including trauma and medical patients. This position is responsible for Database Management within for multicenter trials, including study planning, execution, site monitoring, site management and other duties as described below., * Coordinate project start-up activities, participate in project meetings relevant to the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of data management system * Perform scientifically rigorous data management and bioinformatic analyses * Independently design and implement a range of data collection instruments and workflows in REDCap, including the randomization module, longitudinal project setup, and role-based data access controls. * Perform thorough functional testing before database deployment. * Maintain the database and provide administrative services for the life of the project. * Assist team leads, supervisors and/or management with creation and implementation of processes and procedures and quality improvement initiatives * Provide training for study personnel associated with data collection, cleaning, and analysis. * Assist with developing or develop protocol-specific systems and documents including process flows, training manuals, and manual of procedures. * Assist with identifying issues related to operational efficiency and shares results with leadership * Act as a subject matter expert and authority in the area of REDCap data management system., Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 2-3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings. ## Related Videos - [Database DevOps with Containers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/145-database-devops-with-containers) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [It's all about the Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/425-it-s-all-about-the-data) - [Behind the Curtain: How Recruiters Shortlist Devs in an AI-Driven Market and How You Stand Out](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100229-behind-the-curtain-how-recruiters-shortlist-devs-in-an-ai-driven-market-and-how-you-stand-out) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [The Data Mesh as the end of the Datalake as we know it](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/156-the-data-mesh-as-the-end-of-the-datalake-as-we-know-it) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Quick guide: How to write a Software Developer CV](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/37-quick-guide-how-to-write-a-software-developer-cv) - [Data Analyst Salary Austria](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/275-data-analyst-salary-austria) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer)