Programmer Analyst II – Trenton

Programmer Analyst II – Trenton (2 Vacancies) Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Programmer Analyst II within the IST Central Core Department at the Rutgers Cancer Institute. Program Overview 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 and system specifications, including policies and procedures. The individual interfaces with internal and external users, database administrators of cancer surveillance software and tools, and other IT departments to identify system problems and propose solutions. The position also develops project plans and training programs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Develops and/or conducts training programs as required. Develops and manages project plans. Interacts with users and related areas to gather requirements and compile data. Designs and develops application programs from analysis to implementation. Develops documentation, formulates, and applies policies and procedures. Maintains awareness of emerging AI, ML, and NLP technologies and recommends innovative solutions. Collaborates with business stakeholders to identify opportunities for AI/ML adoption and translate requirements into technical solutions. Assists in or manages the installation of software and/or hardware components. Performs technical resources planning and support. Maintains familiarity with subsystems, generating queries and analytic programs using common programming languages (e.g., SQL, SAS). Acts as liaison between IT departments/units and end‑user communities. Develops and applies integrated application, system, or network standards as required. Evaluates and recommends hardware and software solutions. Assists in problem determination and resolution. Performs system tuning, monitoring, and trend analysis. Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline plus four (4) years of progressive experience and increasing responsibility in a related technology field. Equivalent experience, education and/or training may be substituted for the education requirements. 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; ability to identify and solve complex problems and develop/manage short‑ and long‑term project work‑plans. Familiarity with artificial intelligence, machine learning, and natural language processing. Computer literate 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. Must be able to travel to Trenton, NJ and regularly to New Brunswick, NJ. Flexibility to travel to various worksites. Preferred Qualifications Proficiency in programming languages and frameworks commonly used for AI development (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. Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable). Life insurance coverage. Employee discount programs. Physical Demands Standing, sitting, walking, talking, and hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 25 lbs. Salary Minimum Salary: $81,155 Mid Range Salary: $97,671 Maximum Salary: $116,172 Position Details Position Status: Full Time.Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week (standard).Work Arrangement: Fully on‑site. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Rutgers University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution. All applicants and employees are evaluated based on their qualifications and merit. The University encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. For additional information, see the Non‑Discrimination Statement at #J-18808-Ljbffr