We are seeking an experienced PHP developer, who will assume principal responsibility for software development and maintenance for the Center for Stem Cell Biology at Vanderbilt University.

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for maintaining and enhancing the Center website: http://www.vcscb.org .
• Also, for maintaining and enhancing existing web applications connected to the website: the Gene Targeting Experiment Tracker (GTET), and a reagent inventory application.
• Also, for developing new web applications for the Center, as needed, and according to end user requirements (the end users, by and large, being laboratory scientists.)
• All of the above understood to include design work, prototyping, testing, debugging, documentation, etc, etc.
• Collaborate with developers that support the Beta Cell Biology Consortium ( http://www.betacell.org ); this includes development and maintenance of a shared code library.
• Perform other related duties as required.

EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE LEVEL:

• Proficiency with Linux/UNIX
• Proficiency with object-oriented programming
• 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
• Attention to detail and deadlines
• A deep-seated need to learn and excel
• Education in biology or experience in biological research preferred
• Bachelors degree in either a computer science or related field or equivalent experience in software development

RESUME SUBMISSION INFORMATION:
Email: Thomas.houfek@vanderbilt.edu
Direct submission: http://vanderbilt.jobs/ (job code #00215579)

This is a full-time position which includes a competitive benefits package.
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and professional experience.
Background screens will be performed and education will be verified prior to employment. Please be prepared to provide required information and/or documentation.
Vanderbilt is a smoke-free workplace in compliance with the Non-Smoker Protection Act, Tennessee Code Annotated 39-17-1801-1810. In accordance with that law and Vanderbilt policy, smoking is prohibited in all enclosed areas on Vanderbilt property.

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.

We are looking for an experienced PHP developer as a member of our web team. In this position, you will use our PHP framework to develop new web applications and extend existing ones.

You will also work on standalone web applications that are developed by the university in collaboration with other institutions and generally released for public use.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of PHP development experience.
• Strong skills in (X)HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
• Experience with SQL, particularly MySQL.
• Knowledge of popular extensions to PHP, particularly the PEAR repository and Zend framework.
• Experience using AJAX libraries like script.aculo.us/Prototype or YUI.
• Familiarity with GNU/Linux-based server environments (LAMP) where the applications are hosted.
• Good German communication skills.

Recommendations:

• Ability to work well in teams, to connect to others, to split and partition your work.
• Knowledge of university/educational environments and the typical challenges in this field.
• Some experience implementing custom functionality in existing systems, such as writing extensions for a CMS or plug-ins for systems with a plug-in architecture. This includes relying on API documentation and implementing according to a specification.

We can offer you:

• Your own place in a very motivated team.
• Freedom for your creativity.
• Friendly users that appreciate elegant solutions.
• An opportunity to grow with your responsibilities.
• Government-standard pension fund.

If this sounds like a good match for you, please get in touch with me at ramon.cahenzli@zhdk.ch (German is fine).

Seeking applications for the position of Web Developer. The position requires a Bachelor's Degree, excellent oral & written communication skills, creativity and flexibility. Minimum of two years of database development experience in a network environment is necessary. PHP, JavaScript, HTML, SQL, and XML experience preferred. Primary responsibilities include conceptualizing, designing, implementing and maintaining database applications for administration, faculty, health care specialties and support staff.

Must be local to Madison, WI or already have plans to move to the area. Please send your cover letter, and resume to lem@medicine.wisc.edu. Refer to position Vacancy listing number 57187.

Website: http://www.medicine.wisc.edu