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DESCRIPTION

The Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology, University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture is seeking a Research Associate I Web Developer to work on a web site and database disseminating plant genomic data: Hardwood Genomics Web (http://www.hardwoodgenomics.org), developed on the modular Drupal-based Tripal software system (http://tripal.info). The project requires management of web servers and databases and development of new web modules in the Drupal content management system. The position will encompass activities such as writing PHP and javascript code, developing HTML and CSS templates, integrating genomic data into databases, and building the user interface systems for scientists to view, download, search and manipulate data. Experience in cloud services is a plus. The job will require teamwork with biologists and computer scientists as well as the ability to work independently. The successful applicant will be exposed to interdisciplinary, cutting edge research in the field of bioinformatics and will have the opportunity to expand their skill set and grow with this exciting field of science.

REQUIREMENTS

BS in bioinformatics, computer science and/or the life sciences (or equivalent experience)
Proficient in a Linux operating system environment with minimal systems support
Experience in a scripting language such as Perl or Python
Familiarity with a database platform such as MySQL or PostgreSQL
Two years experience

PREFERENCES

Demonstrated experience in developing PHP code
Familiarity with bioinformatics data sets such as genes, genomes, genetic maps, etc.
Experience in web site development. Previous experience with Drupal or other CMS beneficial.
Experience with building and administering an Apache web server
Experience in software design
Experience in deploying computational jobs or internet applications on cloud services such as Amazon Web Services
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to interact with scientists from diverse disciplines and backgrounds
Ability to work independently, prioritize and manage a variety of tasks, and shift priorities rapidly

LOCALE

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville Institute of Agriculture, AgResearch

TERMS

Regular full time position with full benefits

COMPENSATION

Pay Range: $40k-50k based on qualifications and experience

HOW TO APPLY

Required documents to apply: CV, transcripts, 2 professional references

Applications must be submitted via the University of Tennessee careers site: https://ut.taleo.net/careersection/ut_knoxville/jobdetail.ftl?job=160000009Q

Applications submitted via email will not be considered. Questions about the position may be directed to Meg Staton (mstaton1 at utk dot edu).

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