Software developer

Qualifications and Experience:
We are seeking a full-time bioinformatics software developer for the neuroinformatics platform of the NeuroDevNet Network of Centres of Excellence (NCE). The candidate will report to the neuroinformatics platform manager. He/she will assist in establishing data standards and software systems for the sharing and analysis of data amongst researchers in the Network. We expect qualified candidates will have a degree in computer science and at least two years experience in software development. The ideal candidate will have a background in bioinformatics with experience with biomedical ontologies. Experience in database and web application programming is essential (J2EE, Rails or similar). Programming skills should include at least one scripting language (e.g. PERL or Python), and the candidate must be proficient at working in a Linux-based environment. Specific experience working with clinical, brain imaging and/or genomics data is a plus.

To apply:
Please email your cover letter and resume to elodie@neurodevnet.ca by March 15th 2010.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

About NeuroDevNet:
NeuroDevNet is a collaboration of clinical and basic researchers, industry and community partners and public sector institutions, who are committed to providing opportunities for individuals with brain disorders to optimally participate in society. The hub of NeuroDevNet, a Government of Canada’s Networks of Centres of Excellence, is located at the University of British Columbia’s Centre for Molecular Medicine and Therapeutics at the Child & Family Research Institute. For further information visit: www.neurodevnet.ca