Computer Programmer

University of North Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Florida in Gainesville is seeking a Computer Programmer to support data transfer, analysis, presentation, and governance for the Full-Scale Pavement testing effort.

Located on-site in the Pavement Research Unit of the FDOT State Materials Office, this role collaborates with research staff to develop database structures and programs using database software, general programming languages, and data visualization tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with applicable work experience.
• Graduate degree and research experience are preferable.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Development and maintenance of database systems in addition to analytical tools and technologies.
• Creating interactive data visualization and reporting tools.
• Development of documentation and data governance practices/procedures (such as software documentation, data workflows, etc.).
• Integration of artificial intelligence techniques into data analysis techniques.
• Support for automated reporting and data analysis processes.
• Implementation and ongoing development of new technologies and infrastructure to improve pavement data collection, processing, analysis, and reporting, with a focus on continuous improvements in this area moving forward.

Job description

General Description/ Primary Purpose

The position supports the data transfer, analysis, presentation, and governance for the overall Full-Scale Pavement testing effort. This role coordinates with research staff to develop rational database structures and programs based on data base software, general programming languages, and data presentation software.

General Description/ Primary Purpose

The position supports the data transfer, analysis, presentation, and governance for the overall Full-Scale Pavement testing effort. This role coordinates with research staff to develop rational database structures and programs based on data base software, general programming languages, and data presentation software.

This position is located on-site in the Pavement Research Unit of the FDOT State Materials Office in Gainesville, FL.

Job Functions

The position requires a highly motivated and organized employee who is responsible for the

Following Tasks

• Development and maintenance of database systems in addition to analytical tools and technologies.
• Creating interactive data visualization and reporting tools.
• Development of documentation and data governance practices/procedures (such as software documentation, data workflows, etc.).
• Integration of artificial intelligence techniques into data analysis techniques.
• Support for automated reporting and data analysis processes.
• Implementation and ongoing development of new technologies and infrastructure to improve pavement data collection, processing, analysis, and reporting, with a focus on continuous improvements in this area moving forward.

Required Qualifications

This position requires effective communication skills (both verbal and in writing). The Computer Programmer position will need to develop effective working relationships throughout the Full-Scale Pavement Testing Program and across the State Materials Office.

Minimum qualifications require a bachelors degree in a relevant field with applicable work experience.

A graduate degree and research experience are preferable.

Statement(s) of Understanding
This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is designated as a Responsible Employee pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the Universitys Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator
Pursuant to Florida Statute 1010.35, this position requires additional information from all applicants seeking research or research-related positions prior to an interview or offer of employment. Applicants MUST fully complete the Foreign Influence Review section of their application. Additional documents (e.g., passport) may be required based on form responses.

Equal Opportunity

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.