Computer Programmer I, Office of Clinical Research

%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EWHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EWith over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to %3Ca href=%22https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/newsroom/articles/year-2022/july-us-news-best-hospital.html%22 target=%22_blank%22%3EU.S. News %26amp; World Report%3C/a%3E, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you%27ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EJOB SUMMARY%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EWe are seeking a skilled programmer to support the Office of Clinical Research in developing AI‑driven tools that enhance clinical and health‑system workflows. This role works with minimal supervision and focuses on preparing, modifying, and maintaining software solutions for a range of straightforward business and scientific applications. %26nbsp;This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. %26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EKey Responsibilities%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EDevelop and maintain Python-based tools that support clinical research operations%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EClean, organize, and manage datasets used in research and analytics%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EContribute to data science workflows, including preprocessing, feature handling, and general data maintenance%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp%3ECollaborate with researchers to build and refine AI‑enabled solutions that improve clinical and operational efficiency%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EIdeal Candidate Profile%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EExceptional Python programming skills%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EStrong understanding of foundational data science practices%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EExperience working with healthcare or clinical datasets (highly preferred)%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EInterest in and willingness to learn AI/LLM technologies%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAbility to work independently while contributing to a collaborative research environment%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EBENEFITS%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EUT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EPPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPaid Time Off, available day one%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ERetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPaid Parental Leave Benefit%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EWellness programs%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ETuition Reimbursement%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Ca href=%22http://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/benefits/#top%22 target=%22_blank%22%3ELearn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!%3C/a%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EEXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3ERequired%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cstrong%3EEducation%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EHigh School or GED and%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3Ecompletion of vocational training in computer programming%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EExperience%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3E2 years of experience in computer operation and/or programming with High School Diploma and completion of vocational training in computer programming.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EBachelor%27s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field may be substituted for the stated vocational training and work experience.%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EJOB DUTIES%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EStudies program descriptions; prepares documentation and flow-charts; writes programs in appropriate (interpretive, compiler, or assembly) computer language.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ETest-runs programs; corrects errors resulting from incorrect programming; verifies machine-computed results.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ESets up production procedures and prepares instructions to users or computer operators for running programs.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAssists computer programmers of higher grade in preparation, modification, maintenance, and testing of more complex programs.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAssists users and other programmers in use of programs and techniques as required.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPerforms other duties as assigned.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3ESECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3ESecurity%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EThis position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EEEO%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EUT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E