Applications Programmer

Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Full Time

86027BR

Job Summary

Immediate opening for a Full-Time entry-level Applications Programmer to assist with developing and maintaining server applications for storing and interacting with large amounts of data acquired from an ongoing study towards neuroactive drug discovery. The selected individual will be highly motivated, well organized, and able to work both independently and together with a larger team. Educational requirements are a recent Bachelor's degree in the sciences or related field, prior knowledge or work experience with Linux servers, Python, Python notebooks, high throughput screening, and integration of hardware and computers through an Arduino is a plus. Applicants with any familiarity with MySQL and Airflow, and demonstrating data visualization skills, will be preferred.

Responsibilities for the selected individual will be updating the current MySQL relational database and server to improve stability and useability of the current system. The chosen applications programmer will assist with server development, updating, testing, and debugging source code that automates the collection, processing, analysis, and database insertion and routine backups of behavioral videos of zebrafish and specific drug treatments in response to a battery of stimuli.

Finally, the selected individual will have some administrative duties, including ordering supplies, maintaining hardware on a NAS server, and maintenance of the custom-built behavioral rigs. The selected will also have the opportunity to work with other postdocs and graduate students.

***NOTE: This is a 1-year Full-time Contract role.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $52,800 - $112,000 (Annual Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

The Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is renowned for its excellence in research and education in the fields of chemistry and pharmaceutical sciences. As part of the UCSF School of Pharmacy, the department focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms of disease and developing innovative therapeutic strategies.

The Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry at UCSF is a leading institution dedicated to advancing the science of drug discovery and development through innovative research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and comprehensive education and training programs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
• Knowledge relating to the design, development, modification, and implementation of software, including object-oriented programming concepts.
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization.
• Self-motivated and works independently and as part of a team. Able to learn effectively and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with MySQL and Ariflow and demonstrating data visualization skills.
• Experience/training in Linux server, Python, Python notebooks, high-throughput screening, and integration of hardware and computers through an Arduino is a plus.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

007298 APPLICATIONS PROGR 1

Job Category

Clinical Systems / IT Professionals, Pharmacy

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Employee Class

Contract

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Mission Bay (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM