Programmer Analyst II

Overview RUTGERS CANCER INSTITUTE VISION, MISSION, AND CORE VALUES: VISION: Through our science, our evidence-based actions, our openness, and our respect for those we serve, we will advance cancer-focused research worldwide and reduce the burden of cancer in our catchment area. By engaging with and empowering our exceptionally diverse populations, and addressing their questions and fears, we will engender hope for cancer patients and their families and play a critical role in strengthening the fabric of our communities by gaining and protecting their trust and providing access to the outstanding oncology care each person deserves. MISSION: Our mission is to accelerate scientific discovery focused on understanding cancer, innovating cancer treatment, and improving cancer prevention; to provide outstanding, novel, and compassionate patient care; to provide evidence-based and culturally informed education to physicians, nurses, researchers, staff, and the community; and to achieve cancer health equity in our state through outreach to and engagement of our extraordinarily diverse communities. CORE VALUES: • Curiosity and Discovery: encouraging an environment of continuous inquiry, creativity, and innovation to generate new knowledge• Integrity: earning the trust of those we serve and each other through honesty, transparency, accountability, and continuous reflection• Collaboration: approaching all opportunities with an understanding that together we are better and can achieve more; promoting and maintaining an environment of teamwork and shared knowledge• Respect and Caring: consistently demonstrating caring, compassion, and respect through our words and actions• Perseverance: maintaining an unwavering commitment to our mission; embracing change, overcoming obstacles, and creating and recreating the path to achieve our goals Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Programmer Analyst II within the IST Central Core Department at the Rutgers Cancer Institute. Under direction of the IST Analyst I, the Programmer/Analyst II performs analysis, design, programming, testing, debugging, and documentation of programs to solve medium to complex business problems at the New Jersey State Cancer Registry. This role applies conversions and enhancements to cancer surveillance and research systems and participates in the development of detailed programming/system specifications, including policies and procedures. The individual interfaces with internal and external users, database administrators of cancer surveillance software and tools, and other information technology departments, including but not limited to the New Jersey State Office of Information Technology (OIT), the Office of Information Technology Services (OITS), and the Rutgers Cancer Institute’s Bioinformatics unit, to identify system problems and propose solutions. The position also develops project plans and training programs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Develop and/or conduct training programs as required. Develop and manage project plans. Interact with users and other related areas to gather requirements and compile data. Design and develop application programs from analysis to implementation. Develop documentation, formulate, and apply policies and procedures. Maintain awareness of emerging Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies, tools, and frameworks, including Machine Learning (ML) and Natural Language Processing (NLP), and recommend innovative solutions. Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify opportunities for AI/ML adoption and translate requirements into technical solutions. Assist in or manage the installation of software and/or hardware components. Perform technical resources planning and support. Maintain familiarity with subsystems, generating queries and analytic programs using common programming languages (e.g., SQL, SAS). Act as liaison between information technology departments/units and end-user communities. Develop and apply integrated application, system, or network standards as required. Evaluate and recommend hardware and software solutions. Assist in problem determination and resolution. Perform system tuning, monitoring, and trend analysis. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities General PC knowledge and understanding of distributed computing environments and integrated communication concepts. Understanding of SQL and other programming tools, methodologies, and concepts; demonstrated ability to identify and solve complex problems; and ability to develop and manage short- and long-term project work-plans. Familiarity with artificial intelligence (AI) concepts, including machine learning (ML) and natural language processing (NLP). Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to function in a team environment. Demonstrated interpersonal skills in a service-oriented environment. Ability and flexibility to travel to various worksites; regular travel to New Brunswick, NJ required. Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline; four (4) years of progressive experience and increasing responsibility in related technology field. Equivalent experience, education and/or training may be substituted for the education requirements. Preferred Qualifications Proficiency in programming languages and frameworks commonly used for AI development (e.g., Python, R, TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn). Familiarity with complex information systems architecture, electronic health data, transmission standards, information security standards, relational databases, and analytic software tools (e.g., SAS). Knowledge of cancer surveillance processes, cancer epidemiology, surveillance research, and cancer registry data. Benefits Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs Physical Demands and Work Environment Standing, sitting, walking, talking, and hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 25 lbs. Office environment. Moderate noise. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline plus (4) years of progressive experience and increasing responsibility in related technology field?Yes No Required Documents Resume/CV Optional Documents Cover Letter/Letter of Application #J-18808-Ljbffr