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Dept Number/Name: 0-5830-007 / CFS Rightpath Research Center
College Division: Academic Affairs-College of Behavioral & Community Sciences
Salary Plan: Administrative
Job Code/Title: Applications Developer
Hiring Salary: Commensurate upon experience
Position Number: 00041969
ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY:
Child & Family Studies (CFS) is one of seven departments and schools within the College of Behavioral & Community Sciences (CBCS) at the University of South Florida (USF). Organized into three research divisions and four academic programs that work synergistically, CFS currently has approximately 275 faculty and staff members. During FY21, CFS is managing a portfolio of over 50 federal and non-federal contracts and grants totaling $55.7 million. Our research divisions include the Florida Center for Inclusive Communities (FCIC), Child and Family Behavioral Health (CFBH), and the Rightpath Research and Innovation Center. CFS’s four academic programs are Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health (CABH), Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling (RMHC), and Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT). Six graduate certificates and one undergraduate certificate are also offered.
CFS efforts are consistent with the CBCS mission of combining knowledge gained through the behavioral sciences with knowledge gained from the community. CFS faculty, staff and students, who are well immersed in the local community as well as state and national efforts, are deeply connected to the college's focus of Creating Healthy Communities.  All activities within CFS are also aligned with USF strategic goals: having well-educated and highly skilled global citizens through a continuing commitment to student success; participating in high-impact research and innovation to change lives, improve health, and foster sustainable development and positive societal change; creating new partnerships to build a strong and sustainable future for Florida in the global economy; and establishing a strong and sustainable economic base in support of USF's continued academic advancement.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This recruitment is an OPEN SEARCH where we are looking for applicants who have a desire to work in an academic environment and enjoys a variety of application developer tasks and problem solving. This job opening will allow candidates who meet any of the below qualifications to apply and the hiring team will screen those applicants into the cooresponding job position.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Applications Developer III/II supports the Rightpath Research & Innovation Center. This position identifies, builds, and maintains the electronic tools necessary to conduct federal grant-based research studies. Current studies include the development of language-literacy and STEM assessments for children between 3-6 years of age; an experimental evaluation of the effectiveness of professional development techniques for teaching children with autism; and two experimental evaluations of different methods to teach English words to dual-language learners in 3rd grade.
Rightpath is a relatively small research group consisting of five faculty members so duties are based on the needs of the current research projects at any given time. Designing complex survey instruments using REDCap software (similar to Qualtrics or Survey Monkey) and programming detailed experimental manipulations using Millisecond Inquisit (a third-party software for conducting experiments) are common tasks, but each project requires working with the researchers to identify the best solution for the problem at hand. This has ranged from using Perl and Python to automate complex tasks and process data; to writing a Java-based Windows application to manage participant IDs; to using batch file processing to join multiple experimental tasks in Inquisit; and designing a Wordpress website to disseminate information about two of our projects. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with different researchers to identify and solve real-world problems in educational research settings.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
For Applications Developer III position:
Creates applications for the collection of educational data. Develops programming code and software modifications using appropriate languages and tools to provide responsive and innovative solutions and new functionality.
Analyzes stakeholder system and application needs, determines and evaluates potential solutions, develops system specifications and requirements, and designs application programs to meet the requirements. Confirms with stakeholders that the final product adequately meets the needs of the project commensurate with available resources.
Tests and debugs all solutions on different devices. Troubleshoots and resolves technology issues experienced by field staff. Writes documentation to provide user support for programs and for production/operating procedures.
Structures, implements, and maintains database systems according to specifications using Microsoft Access, RedCap, or related/alternative software. Establishes policies, standards, and procedures to ensure useful and readily accessible data.
Supervise student programmers.
Performs other duties as assigned.
For Applications Developer II position:
Program experimental tasks in Millisecond Inquisit;
Create and maintain databases according to specifications using Microsoft Access, RedCap, or related software;
Troubleshoot and resolve technology issues experienced by field staff;
Work with stakeholders to identify technology needs and develop business requirements for their studies;
Test and debug all solutions on different devices;
Work with stakeholders to insure that the needs of the project have been addressed adequately;
Identify and evaluate potential solutions to address those requirements, including third-party software;
Assist faculty with the creation of online courses.
Performs other duties as assigned.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
MINIMUM:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS or other field involving software and analytical training, and at least two to four years of IT related work experience, OR a Bachelor's degree with no specific required field and at least three to five years of IT related work experience, OR a Master's degree and at least one to three years of IT related work experience, OR a combination of at least six to eight years of IT related work experience and validated training. Preparation for a relevant IT certification is considered to be related training.
PREFERRED:
Proficiency in computer programming (e.g., Java, C#, JavaScript, python). Experience with Millisecond Inquisit software, experience with Visual Basic programming in Microsoft Access, experience with RedCap software, experience with iOS application development, experience developing web applications with offline functionality and data storage capabilities, experience in an educational environment and experience in a research environment.
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Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a Level # 1 criminal background check.
Job Opening Number: 26975
Posting Date:  04/20/2021
Posting End Date: 05/20/2021
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Equal Employment Opportunity
USF is an equal opportunity, equal access academic institution that embraces diversity in the workplace.
The University of South Florida does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sexual harassment. Any person may report sex discrimination, including sexual harassment (whether or not the person reporting is the person alleged to be the victim of conduct that could constitute sex discrimination or sexual harassment), in person, by mail, by telephone, or by electronic mail, using the contact information listed for the Title IX Coordinator. Reports may be made at any time either online or directly to the University's Title IX Coordinator.
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About USF
The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report's national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state's 12 public universities. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference.
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With more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region.  At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees.  We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities. We also offer a first class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more.
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