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Emory University is hiring a Senior Software Engineer for its Language Biomarker Lab. The role involves developing and maintaining bioinformatics pipelines for an international project analyzing language and other indicators of psychosis, while designing software solutions and supporting computing infrastructure.

Highlights

Develop and maintain high-performance data processing pipelines for large datasets related to psychosis research.
Design, implement, and revise software applications to meet research needs.
Program, analyze, and write specifications, testing and improving software functionality.
Implement quality control measures and data provenance tracking.
Maintain databases and APIs for data management and sharing.
Support containerization and deployment using Docker and Kubernetes on computing clusters and cloud platforms.
Strong programming skills in Python and Bash; excellent Linux/Unix system administration.
Proficiency with version control systems like Git.
Preferred experience with JavaScript libraries (d3.js) and web frameworks (React, Angular) for data visualization and web apps.
Minimum qualification: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, math, engineering, or related field and three years programming experience; knowledge of software development in research settings preferred.

Senior Software Engineer, Language Biomarker Lab -Emory College of Arts and Sciences Full Description

Discover Your Career at Emory University:

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. Description:

Join the Emory University's Language Biomarker Lab. The Language Biomarker Lab focuses on using AI and NLP to predict and better understand conditions such as Psychosis, Depression, and Alzheimer’s Disease. As a Senior Software Engineer you will play a key role in developing and maintaining bioinformatic pipelines for a 42-site international project investigating language, facial, and acoustic indicators of psychosis.

KEY RESPONSIBILTIES:

Identifies, designs, develops, implements, and revises software applications to meet business needs. Supports software applications and associated operating systems.
Programs, analyzes and writes specifications. Devises solutions to system problems. Develops and tests applications; makes revisions to improve functionality.
Develops and analyzes the effectiveness of new applications and test procedures. Writes and edits reports to provide recommendations, conclusions and other data. Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A bachelor's degree in computer science, math, engineering or a related field and three years of related experience in programming and software systems or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Knowledge of software development in a research institution context preferred.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
Experience with JavaScript libraries for data visualization (e.g., d3.js).
Experience with web frameworks for building web applications (e.g., React, Angular).
Basic knowledge of linguistics or neuroscience and neuroanatomy.
Strong programming skills in Python and Bash.
Excellent Linux/Unix system administration skills.
Proficiency with version control systems (e.g., Git).
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

Design, develop, and maintain high-performance data processing pipelines for large datasets.
Implement robust quality control (QC) measures and data provenance tracking.
Develop and maintain databases and APIs for efficient data management and sharing.
Support data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes.
Containerize and deploy software and workflows on high-performance computing platforms (e.g., clusters, cloud).
Support web and application server configuration and deployment.
Maintain and optimize the lab's computing infrastructure.
Support data engineering efforts, including database and API design, data extraction/transformation/load, and data aggregation/integration.

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

Join the Emory University's Language Biomarker Lab.

Additional Details:

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).

Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

Original Job Description

Discover Your Career at Emory University:

KEY RESPONSIBILTIES:

Identifies, designs, develops, implements, and revises software applications to meet business needs. Supports software applications and associated operating systems.
Programs, analyzes and writes specifications. Devises solutions to system problems. Develops and tests applications; makes revisions to improve functionality.
Develops and analyzes the effectiveness of new applications and test procedures. Writes and edits reports to provide recommendations, conclusions and other data. Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A bachelor's degree in computer science, math, engineering or a related field and three years of related experience in programming and software systems or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Knowledge of software development in a research institution context preferred.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
Experience with JavaScript libraries for data visualization (e.g., d3.js).
Experience with web frameworks for building web applications (e.g., React, Angular).
Basic knowledge of linguistics or neuroscience and neuroanatomy.
Strong programming skills in Python and Bash.
Excellent Linux/Unix system administration skills.
Proficiency with version control systems (e.g., Git).
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

Design, develop, and maintain high-performance data processing pipelines for large datasets.
Implement robust quality control (QC) measures and data provenance tracking.
Develop and maintain databases and APIs for efficient data management and sharing.
Support data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes.
Containerize and deploy software and workflows on high-performance computing platforms (e.g., clusters, cloud).
Support web and application server configuration and deployment.
Maintain and optimize the lab's computing infrastructure.
Support data engineering efforts, including database and API design, data extraction/transformation/load, and data aggregation/integration.

Join the Emory University's Language Biomarker Lab.

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