Scientific Software Specialist

Artech Information System LLC; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A major IT staffing and solutions provider in South San Francisco is seeking a candidate for a user-facing technical liaison role within the Development Sciences organization. This position requires 3-5 years of experience with software system implementations. Key responsibilities include collaborating with end users and IT, assisting in software design, developing end-user tools, and creating training materials. Strong communication skills and a basic understanding of scientific processes are essential for success. This role offers the opportunity to work with R, Spotfire, and KNIME.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience with software system implementations, preferably to a large user base.
• Basic knowledge of science and drug development processes.
• Ability to learn new software tools and processes quickly.

Responsibilities

• Work as a technical liaison between end users, IT, and software vendors.
• Ensure software design remains on track and minimize scope creep.
• Assist project team with rollout strategy and implementation.
• Develop tools for end users using R, Spotfire, and KNIME.
• Create training materials for multiple user roles.

Skills

Microsoft Sharepoint applications

R

Spotfire

KNIME

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

BS/BA degree in information systems, computer science or scientific discipline

Tools

SDLC

Job description

Artech is the 10th Largest IT Staffing Company in the US, according to Staffing Industry Analysts' 2012 annual report. Artech provides technical expertise to fill gaps in clients' immediate skill-sets availability, deliver emerging technology skill-sets, refresh existing skill base, allow for flexibility in project planning and execution phases, and provide budgeting/financial flexibility by offering contingent labor as a variable cost.

Job Description

Summary:

The Technology and Automation Operations (TAO) group is looking for an individual to support the Development Sciences organization, containing over 400 people, with implementations of scientific IT solutions. This position will require a unique blend of IT skills and scientific knowledge in order to help deliver and support high quality systems that provides value to the users.

Primary Responsibilities:

Work as a technical liaison between end users, IT, and software vendors to define business processes and user requirements

Work closely with the project team to ensure software design remains on track and minimize scope creep

Assist project team with rollout strategy and implementation

Develop tools for end users using R, Spotfire, and KNIME

Develop training materials for multiple user roles

Note: Since this is a user-facing role, we are not looking for a candidate who is primarily experienced in back-end IT system architecture.

Skills:

Experience with using, implementing, and supporting Microsoft Sharepoint based applications

3-5 years’ experience with software system implementations (preferably to a large user base) and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

Excellent communication and collaboration skills to interface with a diverse group of stakeholders

Ability to learn new software tools and processes quickly

Basic knowledge of science and drug development process

High attention to detail and strong analytical/problem solving skills

Desired Skills:

Proficiency and experience with Spotfire, R, and Knime

Experience with developing training materials

Ability to author complex information in a clear and concise manner

Experience with software testing practices and execution (SQA)

Education:

BS/BA degree in information systems, computer science or scientific discipline

Additional Information

Technical Recruiter

Artech Information Systems LLC

360 Mt. Kemble Avenue, Suite 2000 | Morristown, NJ 07960

Office: +1.973.967.3585 | Fax: [phone]