Computer Programmer Assistant

Description

College/Division 
 The Center for Evolutionary Medicine & Informatics at the Biodesign Institute 

Scope of Search 
Open to Public 

Grant Funded Position 
This is a grant funded position.  Continuation is contingent on future grant funding.

Posted Rate of Pay 
$16.69 - $21.76 per hour; DOE 

Duties and Responsibilities 
The Center for Evolutionary Medicine and Informatics is seeking a Computer Programmer Assistant.  The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance, development, and debugging of software applications for use in the field of Computational Biology and Bioinformatics; will translate pre-determined logic into the appropriate programming language; utilize standard reference resources or procedural materials to resolve problems; and will participate in the design, testing, and documentation phases of programs. The successful candidate will work independently under general direction and utilize problem-solving skills.

DAYS AND SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM 

Minimum Qualifications 

Associate's degree in Computer Science or related field; OR, Two years computer programming experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. 

Desired Qualifications

Demonstrated experience in:
- working with one or more major programming languages such as Java, Delphi, or C++/C#;
- design/development of rich internet applications;
- strong problem-solving skills.
Experience in bioinformatics preferred. 

Department Statement/Gen Info 
CEMI is located within the Biodesign Institute on the Tempe campus of Arizona State University. Evolutionary Medicine is an emerging discipline at the intersection of medicine, genomics, and evolution. It uses evolutionary knowledge to identify functionally important parts of genomes and to predict functional consequences of variations in populations and individuals. By pursuing integrated computer analytical (in silico) and experimental biological approaches, we are making it feasible to evaluate the importance of different parts of the genome and infer the origins and propagation of genetic mutations, with the goal of translating this information in order to ease human suffering and treat disease. More information about CEMI's software applications can be found at http://cemi.asu.edu. 

Background Check Statement 
ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Standard Statement 
Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 70,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.
Arizona State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Close Date 
Initial close date is February 2, 2012. Applications will continue to be accepted and considered until the search is closed. 

Instructions to Apply 
Application deadline is 11:59pm Arizona time on the day indicated.
Complete the required information by attaching a single document, which includes: a cover letter, resume, and the names, addresses and phone numbers of three professional references. Please include all employment in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.  Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

Click on http://cfo.asu.edu/hr-applicant click "Staff" see job id 27817. REQUESTED MATERIAL MUST BE IN ONE ATTACHMENT.