The Center for Stem Cell Biology at Vanderbilt University is seeking an Analyst / Programmer in the area of research Informatics. This position will be a part of a team responsible to develop, maintain, and improve database-driven web applications to support and facilitate collaborative scientific research.

Note: to apply for this position you must apply online at the following link: http://www.vanderbilt.jobs. Search using requisition RM11693.

Minimum Requirements:

This position requires a minimum of two years college and 36 months related professional experience. Additional industry specific experience can be substituted to meet educational requirements.

Technical background needed to be successful:

• Proficiency with Linux/UNIX
• Proficiency with PHP, LAMP and Python development
• Familiarity with at least one MVC framework (Ruby on Rails, Django or CakePHP)
• Familiarity with AJAX techniques and with at least one AJAX framework (JQuery preferred)
• Fluency with SQL and possessing significant experience with at least one RDBMS (Oracle, MySQL, or PostGreSQL)
• Familiarity with source code control (Subversion, CVS)
• Proven ability to work independently or in a team environment; good organization and communication skills
• Education in biology or experience in biological research preferred

Job Description:

Gain direct experience with research informatics methodologies by working in a challenging environment designing, testing, and implementing custom computer-based information systems using complex software code/programming languages; managing production and providing primary user support; performing system analysis and programming development on assigned projects. This is a full-time position which includes a competitive benefits package.

Several reasons why you should apply to the position:

• Great Vacation package
• Retirement Benefits
• Tuition Discounts for Children, employees and spouses
• Employee Health, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Great Co-Workers!!!

  Please apply online at the following link: http://www.vanderbilt.jobs. Search using requisition RM11693.

  Vanderbilt University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.