[ref. v38011801] Data Engineer for Research Portal Denmark - IT Service

We are seeking a new team member to join the Research Portal Denmark team. We are the developers of a national infrastructure that hosts an expanding array of databases, enabling open and robust overviews, insights, and analyses of Danish research.

Are you experienced in these areas or do you aspire to be? Are you intrigued by the world of research and innovation?

If your answer is 'yes' to these questions, we encourage you to consider applying for this exciting opportunity at Research Portal Denmark, managed by DTU on behalf of the Ministry of Higher Education and Science.

Research Portal Denmark

(https://forskningsportal.dk

) is already available as a partial prototype, and will undergo significant expansion and development in the coming years:

• Our databases will expand to cover not only publications but also funders and grants, patents, research datasets, clinical trials, policy papers, and the connections between these entities.
• We will further develop our retrieval systems and analytical tools in terms of capacity and usability.
• Our server and security infrastructures will grow to meet increasing demands.

• A relevant IT education and substantial experience in related roles.
• Expertise in data engineering, ETL processes, and data modeling.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python
• Strong experience with databases like MongoDB, Neo4J, and SQLite.
• Experience in indexing using Apache Solr or Elasticsearch.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Google Data Studio, and VOSViewer.
• Outstanding problem-solving and communication skills.
• A genuine passion for data and a commitment to maintaining data quality.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to rethink and improve existing processes.

We will review all CVs, and while experience in the relevant areas will be a significant plus, we are also looking for quick learners who are committed and eager to familiarize themselves with new areas. We will ensure you get a good start with the team’s tasks.

We are NORA, the National Open Research Analytics

We are always eager to learn and do more.

Our location is at Risø, in close proximity to DTU Research-IT and several of the nation's prominent data and supercomputing infrastructures. Normally, we work on-site at Risø three days a week and remotely for two days. You will collaborate with a multinational team and work with international partners, where English is the primary language of communication.

Salary and appointment terms

The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC) or in accordance with the OAO-S Joint Agreement and the organization agreement for IT employees (Prosa) in the service of the state.

The position is a permanent position. Starting date is 1 December 2024 (or according to mutual agreement).

The workplace is DTU Risø, Roskilde Campus.

Application and contact

Open the “Apply now” link, fill out the form and attach your motivated application, CV and exam certificates.

If you would like additional information about the position, please contact Polyxeni Makri polma@dtu.dk

/ 9351 8914 or Karen Hytteballe Ibanez kshi@dtu.dk

/ 9351 1902.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion, or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.

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