Neuroimaging Software Engineer/Developer

University of Wisconsin

Madison, WI

ID: 7217013
Posted: February 13, 2024
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description

Job Summary:
The Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (ADRC) conducts research in the field of aging and dementia, and seeks to establish effective prevention, treatment, and diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease. A Software Engineer/Developer II or III is needed to work with neuroimaging research data through software development and programming in various programming languages including Ruby, Python, Javascript, and proficient use of SQL.

The qualified candidate will play an essential role on the ADRC Neuroimaging Core/Data Team in the continued growth and success of Dr. Sterling Johnson's lab. In addition to having technical acumen as a software developer, a successful applicant should demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively with immediate teammates and other collaborators, be effective in multi-project management, and be a clear and effective communicator while meeting software and application project timelines.

This position will work in the lab of Dr. Sterling Johnson and under the direction of the Neuroimaging Research Program Manager.

Responsibilities:
Software Engineer/Developer II (IT003)
Software Engineer/Developer III (IT004)
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Education:
Required
Bachelor's Degree
Degree in Computer Science, Informatics or closely related field required.

Qualifications:
Required:
- For level II, at least 2 years of experience as a Software Developer, IT programmer. For level III, at least 3 years of experience as a Software Developer, IT programmer.
- Experience coding with Ruby or Python
- Proficiency with SQL (Postgres, MySQL, Oracle, etc)
- Proficiency with MATLAB
- Experience working with Unix-like systems
- Experience working with Git or other version control systems

Preferred:
- Proficiency with SPM or other high-level programming languages
- Experience working with neuroimaging or medical imaging