Job Description:
The College of Medicine’s Office of Research is seeking a motivated Federal Work Study Student Developer or Student Assistant to support the ongoing development and enhancement of vital data platforms.
These platforms power essential research functions providing quick access to research metrics, grant data, and institutional insights that drive faculty productivity and administrative decisions.
In this hands-on role, you will assist with system maintenance, improve existing features, and help implement new functionality.
This is an excellent opportunity for a student pursuing technical credentials to gain real-world experience in a high-impact research environment.
About This Role
Develop and enhance existing software modules to improve performance, usability, and functionality.Collaborate with research and administrative staff to gather requirements for new features and implement them effectively.Support data integration efforts by connecting platforms with various institutional data sources.Conduct testing and quality assurance to ensure platform stability and data accuracy.Document code, workflows, and processes to support long-term platform sustainability.Participate in team meetings and contribute technical insights to support project planning and decision-making. Expected Salary:
$ - $ per hour; commensurate on education and experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
This position is open to all students who are eligible to work on campus and will be employed through Federal Work-Study (FWS) and must maintain a minimum 2.0 grade point average.
Registered students are employed on a part-time bases, up to hours per week.
If you are applying as a Federal Work-Study student, a Federal Work-Study permit or award letter for the Fall 5 semester is required and must be uploaded electronically to be considered for this position.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ideal candidate will possess:
Federal Work-Study students with Federal Work-Study permit or award letter for the Fall 5 semesterCurrently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related technical fieldExperience with one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript, SQL)Familiarity with web development frameworks or libraries (e.g., React, Django, Flask)Understanding of relational databases and basic data modeling conceptsExperience with version control tools such as GitStrong problem-solving skills and attention to detailAbility to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholdersInterest in academic research, data analytics, or higher education systemsAbility to manage time effectively and work independently on assigned tasksPrevious experience working on software projects in a team or academic setting is a plus