IT Program Manager

Job Summary:

The IT Program Manager serves as the program manager of business intelligence, data analytics, cloud-computing, development of AI tools for research, database ecosystem development, and other data science initiatives at the Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome. The position oversees and drives several complex distributed data solutions for internal Crnic Institute initiatives and multiple externally funded cooperative agreement projects aimed at significantly improving the lives of people with Down syndrome through advanced biomedical research.

This position needs to have depth in Information Technology (IT) and Cloud Engineering expertise and business management experience to ensure they can drive the strategic direction of complex data initiatives to deliver statistically accurate and verifiable technology solutions. Serving as a strategy leader in data engineering and data science domains is critical to the success of this position as it interfaces directly with leading scientists in the Down syndrome field, stakeholders throughout NIH and other national research funding organizations, and other key leaders in the Down syndrome community, both nationally and internationally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee, direct, and develop complex data integration pipelines.

• Database design and development, server configuration and setup, and extracting transform load (ETL) processes for loading data from various sources into one common SQL database.

• Translate complex scientific genomic and pan-omic data into consumable, easy to use data solutions.

• Guide and inform the decision process to ensure the right technical solution is selected and correctly implemented.

• Establish the strategic direction for data analytics within the Linda Crnic Institute with oversight from the Executive Director.

• Oversee and lead key strategic initiatives to design, develop, deploy, and maintain data solutions for various internal and externally funded projects.

• Be the go-to expert for all data solutions built by the Linda Crnic Institute.

• Determine strategic prioritization and best course of action on data projects.

• Evaluate and recommend new data technology solutions for the Linda Crnic Institute.

• Act as a strategic data liaison for the Linda Crnic Institute.

• Collaborate with the Director of Clinical and Translational Science Program (CTSP), Director of the Experimental Models Program, Director of the Data Sciences Program, and Director of Finance and Administration to identify reporting needs and drive initiatives to develop rich, interactive dashboards.

• Oversee and provide day-to-day support for data systems.

Work Location:

Remote - This role is eligible to work remotely, but the employee must be in the United States.

Why Join Us:

The Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome is the largest academic home for Down syndrome research. The Crnic Institute collaborates with prominent scientists and leaders around the globe to enable precision medicine approaches to improve health outcomes in Down syndrome. Learn more at: https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/linda-crnic-institute.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options

• Dental: Multiple plan options

• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

• Holiday Days: 10/year

• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in computer science, management/computer information systems, computer engineering, information technology, business analytics, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.

  • A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.

• Four (4) years of professional experience related to cloud computing, data analysis, and engineering.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five (5) or more years of professional level experience as a data analyst, business intelligence developer, or data engineer.

• Five (5) or more years of extensive experience programming in R, Python, or .NET.

• Five (5) or more years of in-depth experience with all aspects of data warehousing.

• Five (5) or more years of experience with MS SQL Server BI Stack (MS SQL, SSRS, SSIS, SSAS).

• Experience with statistical analysis.

• Experience with data visualization best practices and implementations.

• Experience in an academic environment.

• Experience working on externally funded projects with budgetary and milestone dependencies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• 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.

• Advanced knowledge of data analytics and the design, development, deployment, and maintenance of unique data solutions.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. Curriculum vitae / Resume

2. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address.

Questions should be directed to: Anne Fiala, Anne.Fiala@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until (09/16/25).

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $107,911 - $137,263.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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