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Applications Programmer (Onsite) (Full-Time); Ithaca, NY

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

About the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

CALS is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and Cornell University's second-largest college. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world-renowned research, education, and outreach. The questions we probe and the answers we seek focus on three overlapping concerns: natural and human systems; food, energy, and environmental resources; and social, physical, and economic well-being.

The Department of Computational Biology (CB) consists of seven full-time faculty members, with expertise in computer science, genomics, systems biology, population genetics, and modeling. They apply these skills to a wide range of exciting problems in the life sciences. The department administers the Computational Biology undergraduate concentration within the Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. Additionally, the faculty in the department are members of the Computational Biology graduate field, as well as several other graduate fields offering M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees. The Department of Computational Biology is a multi-college unit, which is led by the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. Individual faculty lines come from several colleges to form Computational Biology. Computing and Information Science and the College of Arts and Sciences currently have faculty lines in CB.

The Opportunity

In addition to the technical responsibilities, you will be expected to work closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) and students in the lab. This includes collaborating with them to understand project requirements, discussing potential solutions, and providing technical guidance and support as needed. You will also be responsible for communicating progress updates and identifying potential issues or roadblocks to the PI and the rest of the team in a timely manner.

Lastly, you could be responsible for creating responsive and visually appealing designs that meet user requirements and conform to best practices in web design.

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

What We Need

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a double major in Computer Science and Biology/Statistics and 2+ years of experience in software development, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of experience in object-oriented programming in C++.
• Prior experience working on substantial computer software and collaborating with a team of programmers on software projects.
• Proven experience in communicating effectively, both written and oral.
• Proven experience in working independently and as a team player.
• Experience working collaboratively on large-scale projects.
• Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Passionate about working in an organization that values and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and wellbeing.

*No Visa Sponsorship is available for this position.

*Employees are expected to meet all of the Cornell University Staff Skills for Success, which are essential for individual and organizational success.

*This position is full-time and is located in Ithaca, New York. There is hybrid work flexibility within New York State.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of web development technologies and tools such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with statistical methods
• Knowledge of genetics and computational biology.

What We Offer

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Noted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

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• Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position

• Unique applicable skills

• Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)

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Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also visit the office of Workforce Recruitment and Retention Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. to use a dedicated workstation to complete an online application.

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Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose, and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement.