I have been asked to post the following "Position Announcement" on
behalf of the University of Rochester:

Lead Analyst Programmer - Electronic Research Administration

The University of Rochester, a private research intensive university
seeks a Lead Analyst Programmer for its grants management and electronic
research administration initiatives.

About the Rochester Community:  The Rochester area is known for its
relatively low cost of living and its high quality of life.  It is
situated in upstate New York on Lake Ontario and close to the beautiful
Finger Lakes.  The economy of metropolitan Rochester is based primarily
on high-technology industry and is home to Eastman Kodak, Xerox, Bausch
& Lomb and many emerging small businesses.  Rochester is rich in its
cultural life, especially in the quality and quantity of music, theater,
and restaurants.  It is known for its focus on the family and children;
its school systems are well regarded.

About the University of Rochester:  The University of Rochester offers
personal and professional growth in an academic setting rich in
educational, cultural and recreational opportunities.  The University
enrolls approximately 7,300 full time students and employs over 1,100
faculty members.  It offers over forty doctoral programs in its six
schools and colleges, including the world-renowned Eastman School of
Music.  Research is fundamental in the University's mission and the
University is ranked in the top thirty research institutions.  The
commitment to research is evidenced by strategic plans in both the
School of Medicine & Dentistry and River Campus.  Research expenditures
increased by 11% in the last fiscal year and this growth is expected to
continue.  Both the Office of Research and Project Administration and
Administrative Computing Services are committed to strengthening and
facilitating the research processes via its partnership in the
development of electronic research administration systems.

About the Position:   The incumbent supports and coordinates database
development for the management of sponsored research grants and
electronic proposal submission at the University of Rochester.   A
primary focus is the analysis, implementation, support and enhancement
of UR-Coeus, a Powerbuilder application licensed from Massachusetts
Institute of Technology (MIT).   Provides overall program management for
the electronic proposal submission system.  With assistance from the
University's Administrative Computing Services (ACS) and outside
consultants, the incumbent provides primary technical guidance to the
University of Rochester's Office of Research and Project Administration
(ORPA)  for optimal system implementation, including use of electronic
data interchange (EDI), web interface, digital signatures and security.

This position has high visibility in the University community,
interfaces with numerous clients and offices and has high growth
potential.  Good communications and leadership skills are essential.
The position is geographically located in ORPA with dual reporting to
ACS and ORPA.  Salary is competitive with an outstanding benefit
package.

Specific Responsibilities:
Under general guidance from ORPA (Associate Director) and ACS (Manager)
and with significant latitude for independent judgment and initiative:

Analyze, install, test, and maintain application software in support of
electronic proposal submission and grants management processing.
Customize software to provide interface with other UR data bases,
including human resources systems and financial systems.  Assess needs
and implement systems for electronic data interchange, web interface,
security and digital signatures. Represent UR on technical and
application issues with MIT and other licensee institutions.  (45%)

Provide data base design and application changes for customization and
local enhancements.  Work with ORPA's Manager of Information Systems as
a team to develop application software enhancements necessary or
desirable for University users. Provide ongoing user support with the
assistance of ORPA staff. (15%)

Verify integrity of delivered software and all local enhancements.
Define test procedures and quality assurance criteria.  (15%)

Interface with the ACS Data Base Administrator and systems support staff
to maintain data integrity and system availability.  (10%)

Consult with users and ORPA and ACS staff to assure appropriate use of
application and to assess future needs.  Participate in defining
modifications to business procedures in support of application.  (10%)

Define internal procedures to assure recoverability and management of
programs.  Work with ACS to define and assure programming standards.
Prepare user documentation and training manuals as necessary.  (5%)

Requirements:  Minimum two years Powerbuilder and UNIX or NT experience
required; experience with EDI and grants management processing
preferred.  Bachelor's degree in related discipline such as Computer
Science, Business, Mathematics, Statistics, or Engineering.  Three to
four years of related experience or an equivalent combination of
education and experience.  Excellent oral and written communication
skills and organizational skills.  Must have the willingness and ability
to work as a member of a team.

Interested candidates should contact:

Gunta J. Liders
Associate Director
Office of Research and Project Administration
Hylan 515
University of Rochester
Rochester, NY  14627
(716) 275-5373  (phone)
(716) 275-9492 (fax)
xxxxxx@orpa.rochester.edu

Thank you.
Donna

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Donna L. Beyea
Senior Research Administrator
Office of Research and Project Administration
518 Hylan Building - Box 270140
phone: (716) 275-8036
fax: (716) 275-9492
email: xxxxxx@orpa.rochester.edu