UNIV - Systems Programmer/ Developer II - Department of PHS

C001 Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ); Town of Charleston (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) invites applications for a computer programmer to join the Unit’s Information Systems team and help develop and maintain WebDCU™, the clinical trials management system. You will assist in validation, documentation, and ongoing upgrades to support study teams and data management activities.

Responsibilities include implementing modules, managing data transfers, performing validation, and contributing to database design and testing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus 3 years of experience in modifying and maintaining system programs, or equivalent.
• An associate's or bachelor’s degree in a related field may substitute experience.
• Experience with system software design, development, debugging, or testing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and implement modules within WebDCU; coordinate with team leaders on development, documentation and testing.
• Plan, design and implement projects in WebDCU; manage data transfers and end-user requests.
• Conduct and document computerized system validation per SOPs; gather end-user needs in study team meetings.
• Assist in designing database architectures; create stored procedures, triggers, and views; test installations.

Skills

SQL

Stored procedures

WebDCU

Documentation

Education

Associate's/Bachelor's in a related field

Job description

Job Description Summary

The DCU is looking for a computer programmer who can work with the Unit’s Information Systems team to develop and maintain the Unit’s clinical trials management system referred to as WebDCU™. This includes participating in web-based information management application validation and documentation, working with the study teams (clients) to ensure users’ needs are met, and assisting in the development, maintenance and upgrade of the Unit’s clinical trials management software. This WebDCU™ system supports all project and data management activities of the clinical trials managed by the DCU.

Entity Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Research Grant Cost Center CC001038 COM PHS Operations CC Pay Rate Type Salary Pay Grade University-06 Pay Range 47,588.00 - 67,817.00 - 88,047.000 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift.

Job Description

The DCU is looking for a computer programmer who can work with the Unit’s Information Systems team to develop and maintain the Unit’s clinical trials management system referred to as WebDCU™. This includes participating in web-based information management application validation and documentation, working with the study teams (clients) to ensure users’ needs are met, and assisting in the development, maintenance and upgrade of the Unit’s clinical trials management software. This WebDCU™ system supports all project and data management activities of the clinical trials managed by the DCU.

Job Duties

1. 25% Independently execute the analysis and implementation of various modules housed within WebDCU™. Coordinates with team leaders on system development, documentation and testing. Completes milestones within required time frames.
2. 25% Plans, designs and implements individual projects within the WebDCU system, including data transfers in and out of the system. Provides ongoing support and maintenance through the entire life of the project. Independently process and implement database change requests from end users.
3. 25% Participate in conducting and documenting computerized system validation activities according to standard operating procedures. Determines end user needs by participating as an active member at internal and external study team meetings. Performs demonstrations of newly developed tools and functions to internal and external users.
4. 25% Helps with the design and development of database architectures. Creates stored procedures, triggers, views, etc. to perform project tasks. Reviews and validates work that has been completed by other team members. Test, validate and debug new installations.

Minimum Requirements

A high school diploma and three years work experience in the modification and maintenance of system programs, the design and development of system software, or the testing and debugging of system software. An associate's degree or a bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for the required work experience.

Physical Requirements

• (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent)
• Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
• Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent)
• Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent)
• Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent)
• Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent)
• Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous)
• Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous)
• Ability to lift, lower, push or pull objects 15 lbs. or more, unassisted. (Infrequent)
• Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous)
• Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous)
• Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous)
• Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)
• Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)
• Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)
• Ability to hear and/or understand conversations. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)
• Ability to work in dusty areas. (Infrequent)

Company Information and Culture

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees Thank you for wanting to be part of the Medical University of South Carolina team. Whether you want to teach the next generation of health care leaders, innovate new business models, discover the next breakthrough or provide patient care, there's a role for you that fuels your passion and takes advantage of your skills. There are career opportunities available in academics, research, hospital medicine, physician practices and support services, from patient billing to IT. As an applicant, you can search jobs for all MUSC entities as well as search by category and location. MUSC attracts more than $250 million annually in research funding, making it the biggest magnet for biomedical, extramural research dollars of all institutions of higher learning in South Carolina. The Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) Program aims to advance clinical and translational science to increase the speed at which new treatments become available to patients. MUSC Health, the clinical enterprise, operates a 750 bed medical center, which includes a nationally recognized Children’s Hospital, the Ashley River Tower (cardiovascular, digestive disease, and surgical oncology), Hollings Cancer Center (one of fewer than 70 elite National Cancer Institute designated centers), a Level I Trauma Center and the Institute of Psychiatry. In addition, there are more than 100 outreach clinics, hospital/health system affiliations, and telehealth sites. U.S. News & World Report placed us among the top one percent of all American hospitals, with 11 specialties in the top 50. The MUSC Medical Center is also one of only three Magnet® designated hospitals in South Carolina.