Research Associate– Data Systems

About Organisation:
International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) is a non-profit organization that works with partners worldwide to enhance the roles that livestock play in food security and poverty alleviation, principally in Africa and Asia. The outcomes of these research partnerships help people in developing countries keep their farm animal’s alive and productive, increase and sustain their livestock and farm productivity, find profitable markets for their animal products, and reduce the risk of livestock-related diseases.

Job Summary:
The Research Associate – Data Systems will contribute to livestock production/productivity and genetic data management systems (collation, processing, and storage) and tools for use in the Tropical Dairy Genetic Gain (TDGG) Project Country Program.
The position will be based at Alliance/ILRI office in Uganda.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Contribute to livestock genetic data management systems (collation, processing and storage) and tools for use in the TDGG project
Support, develop and provide training on existing tools and systems used for data capture, data extraction and reporting
Respond to 1st level support requests from internal and external stakeholders including assistance in analysis and interpretation of data extracts
Implement automations and process improvements to maximise efficiency and effectiveness of workflows and data pipelines
Implement and monitor Quality Assurance (QA) protocols and routines, including safe and remote back-up of database systems and tools
Participate in software development lifecycle processes to design, implement, test and deploy new data systems
Ensure the confidentiality and security of information collected and all relevant data management systems

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
BA/BSc degree in Information Systems, Database Management, Computer Science or related discipline or equivalent experience
At least 2 years of operational experience working with relational database systems e.g., MySQL, MS SQL Server including SQL programming, database design, database management.
Experience of data visualization and reporting tools
Knowledge of the application of quality assurance standards and procedures.
Experience in software programming and product development
Knowledge and experience of Linux o/s
Experience and knowledge of cybersecurity and data protection best practices
Experience in writing and maintaining Android applications (Highly desirable)
Experience in writing and maintaining API endpoints (Highly desirable)
Experience of data management for research projects, particularly biological and agricultural topics
Experience of ODK/ONA or survey tools
Use of Github or other version control system
Excellent interpersonal communication and good personal organization skills
Good communication ability in English, spoken and written
Proactive, taking personal responsibility for good outcomes and deliverables
Ability to work independently and within a team

How to Apply:
Applicants are invited to visit https://www.bioversityinternational.org/jobs/ to get full details of the position and to submit their applications which should include letter of application, CV and names/contacts of at least three professional referees. Applications MUST include reference Research Associate- Data Systems- ILRI as the position applied for. Cover letter and CV should be saved as one document using the candidate’s last name, first name for ease of sorting.