BACKGROUND

A successful candidate will have experience with Windows XP, UNIX or Linux, Perl and SQL and any Web scripting languages such as PHP, JSP, ASP, JavaScript, HTML, or etc.; familiarity in C++, Java, and Visual Basic; a working knowledge in any DBMS such as Oracle, Sybase, MySQL, PostgrSQL, or SQL server also desired.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Programmer/Analyst job in the lab of Dr. Marylyn Ritchie at Penn State. We are looking for an experienced Programmer to modify/maintain complex existing applications using engineering releases and utilities from the manufacturer; work from specifications to develop or modify moderately complex software programming applications; assist with design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging and documentation of programs. Applications generally deal with utility programs, job control language, macros, subroutines and other control modules. Candidates should be competent to work on most phases of software systems programming applications, but may require instruction and guidance in other phases. May be asked to take the lead on projects and instruct, direct, or teach other members of group. This job will be filled as a level 3 or level 4, depending upon the successful candidate's education and experience. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree or higher plus four years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience for a level 3. Additional experience and/or education and competencies are required for higher level jobs.

REQUIREMENTS

Typically requires a Bachelor's degree or higher plus four years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience for a level 3. Additional experience and/or education and competencies are required for higher level jobs.

LOCALE

Penn State University located in State College Pennsylvania

COMPENSATION

Please submit salary requirements in cover letter. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

HOW TO APPLY

Electronically submit a cover letter, salary requirements and resume at http://www.psu.jobs. Be sure to reference job #A-34439 in your cover letter and resume or mail to The Pennsylvania State University, Employment and Compensation Division, Job #A-34439 Fifth Floor, James M. Elliott Building, University Park, PA 16802 or fax to 814-865-3750.

POLICY

Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.

DEADLINE

July 29, 2011