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Want to have an impact on the future of health care, education, and cutting-edge research? Would you describe yourself as innovative, talented, and positive? Make a difference in your world by joining our team! Edward G. Miner Library in the University of Rochester Medical Center seeks a talented and innovative programmer for the on-going design, development, and operation of Miner Library Online (Miner’s Web site and interface to more than 25,000 electronic journals, books, and knowledge resources), and database applications for library operations. Programmer will develop and modify applications using ColdFusion, MS SQL Server, CGI/Perl, Java, Javascript, CSS, XML, and HTML; will guide (both formally and informally) library staff in the use of Web technology, including advising the library’s Senior Leadership Team on standards, best-practices and technological possibilities. Responsibilities of the position Participate in design/redesign process for Miner Library Online, as lead developer. Utilize leadership and persuasion to advise design team on technical possibilities, best practices and timeframes, and overcome dissimilar points of view. Visualize and prepare prototype design concepts to demonstrate functionality and design aesthetics. Modify existing components and write new components; utilize frameworks and extensive documentation to ensure code-reusability and rapid troubleshooting. Provide programming for Blackboard Learning Management System Initiatives. Develop Building Blocks; generate reports for various user groups in support of educational programs, hospital and academic; assist in the development of the automation process integrating Student Information System data into Blackboard; develop web-based administrative and user tools. Monitor and support Miner Library Online. Serve as primary resource for Web page authors and editors using Dreamweaver and/or Contribute software to keep content easily accessible, up-to-date, and error free. Troubleshoot complex technical problems and restore malfunctioning Web pages and Miner Web applications. Introduce innovative design concepts, demonstrate design aesthetics and functionality, and implement approved design/functionality changes. Collaborate closely with other members of Miner’s Information Systems (IS) team. Provide programming/scripting input, as needed, to improve, streamline, support, and maximize functionality and integration of systems and applications, including Blackboard, MS Exchange, SQL, OTRS Helpdesk, and Mediasite webcasting system. Consult with IS staff on best practices, assist with system and desktop administration by writing scripts and/or helping others write scripts. Partner with team members to understand the IT environment, and seek assistance as needed to properly configure systems to support the requirements of projects. Develop and support database applications for library operations, including a user-survey tool for continuous improvement of the Web site/library, Miner’s time & effort tracking system, library class registration system, and reference librarians’ “Ready Reference” database. Prepare and analyze reports on use of the library’s resources, especially IT resources, from logs, usage tables, and publisher-supplied usage statistics. Under the guidance of University of Rochester Libraries Director of Information Systems and Applications, develop and improve tools for capturing use and quality measurement data. Work in partnership with River Campus Libraries technology teams to to develop, implement, and maintain new technologies, especially a Medical Center front-end for eXtensible Catalog, a suite of open-source applications to provide libraries with an alternative way to reveal their collections to users. Maintain superior knowledge of Internet, database, and programming technologies, both software and hardware, by attending seminars, classes, and conferences; visiting relevant Internet sites; reviewing current literature. Utilizing independent judgment, prototypes and pioneering discussions, demonstrate and build interest in the application of new and developing technologies to library systems. Minimum Acceptable Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in related discipline such as Computer Science, Instructional Design, or Information Technology plus 4-5 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Detailed working knowledge and extensive experience with HTML, CSS, and scripting languages related to the World Wide Web, and WYSIWIG editors (Dreamweaver, Homesite, etc.) Experience in integrating applications written in different programming languages and located in various locations. Experience in analyzing legacy systems, designing new system structures, and migrating the old into new. Detailed working knowledge and extensive experience with SQL and multiple programming languages, preferably VB, Java, and Perl. Ability to teach and instruct others in the usage of Web-based tools/applications. Expert level skills with database design and interaction of databases with Web pages via Cold Fusion. Design experience using editors such as Photoshop and Flash. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Capable of working collaboratively with faculty, staff, project leaders, and students. Essential personal characteristics include flexibility, initiative, creativity and the ability and willingness to work cooperatively in an evolving technological environment. The library’s mission statement includes a strong service orientation and the successful candidate will be expected to advance that goal. Desirable Qualifications: Master’s degree. Experience administrating servers (Coldfusion, IIS, SQL Server). Experience with application development frameworks such as Fusebox and Mach II. Ability to manipulate HTML and XML via the DOM and XSLT. Application Process: Candidates should send their resumes and references list to Director, Information Systems, University of Rochester Libraries, University of Rochester Medical Center, Box LIBR, 601 Elmwood Avenue, Rochester, NY 14642; or programmersearch@urmc.rochester.edu. Position will remain open until filled. Due to the volume of expected interest in this position, phone inquiries cannot be accommodated. The University of Rochester is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. |
