Wednesday, January 17, 2018

Junior .Net Software Engineer to Work in a Fast Paced, Agile Environment


About

Since 1988, Frontier Scientific, Inc. (Delaware location) has functioned as a specialty CRO, working to enable dramatic cost reductions via outsourced compound management, reformatting, sample procurement, liquid handling, and compound library management. The Delaware location is also an Alliance Partner with a large corporation that specializes in agricultural research and products, as well as various other science-related business units. In addition, the Delaware location has an Insectary which supplies Lepidopteran species for agricultural research, as well as other entomological products.

Frontier Scientific (Utah location) is a chemical developer, manufacturer and custom research services provider to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, industrial chemical, government, and academic sectors. Frontier Scientific specializes in the development of chemical compounds and processes related to porphyrins, phthalocyanines and boronic acids. Frontier Scientific develops building blocks for small molecule drug discovery, SAR studies, and lead optimization. Frontier Scientific provides standard catalog products with production quantities generally in the milligram to kilogram scale. Frontier Scientific's NMR, GCMS, LCMS, and UV/VIS spectrophotometer are located in-house to ensure quality compounds and quick turn around on projects. Frontier Scientific is a privately held corporation established in 1975 and headquartered in Logan, Utah.


 Job Description / Responsibilities

  • Learns and maintains legacy systems while looking for improvements to both software and business processes.
  • Works with end and internal users to troubleshoot issues and ensure software meets defined business and user requirements.
  • Develops software solutions by studying information needs; conferring with users; studying systems flow, data usage, and work processes; investigating problem areas; following the software development lifecycle.
  • Documents and demonstrates solutions by developing documentation, flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments and clear code.
  • Protects operations by keeping information confidential.
  • Provides information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing development and service issues.
 

Requisition and Required Experience/Background

  • Bachelor's or equivalent degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering
  • Experience with Object Oriented Programming
  • Experience with .NET framework using C# with Visual Studio
  • Experience with Microsoft SQL Server (2008/2012/2014), including design and implementation of tables, views, triggers, and stored procedures
  • Exposure to n-tier architectures (UI, Business Logic Layer, Data Access Layer) along with experience with service-oriented architectures (SOA).
  • Experience with MVC framework and REST Services
  • Experience with XML and JSON and related technologies
  • Understanding of version control
  • Experience with jQuery, javascript and javascript libraries such as Angular is a plus
  • Working in an agile/scrum environment experience is a plus
  • Chemistry or cheminformatics experience is a plus
 

Contact:

Tony Setting
Manager of Software Engineering
Frontier Scientific Services, Inc. (ASDI)
Frontier Scientific Inc.
Echelon Biosciences Inc.




Thursday, January 11, 2018

.Net Developer position for recent graduates

Permanent Full time Position in Bethlehem

 About Hansen

 Hansen Technologies is a global CIS/BSS provider servicing the Utilities, Pay TV and Telecommunications industries.  We have over 14 global offices and deliver billing solutions to customers in 80 countries.  As a growing company we are looking for highly motivated individuals who can grow with the company’s products and services while contributing to our wider goal of acting as a valued customer partner. 
Working for Hansen Technologies means that you will be part of a dynamic, growing, international software company where you will be presented with opportunities to develop your skill-set and progress your career locally and internationally.  At Hansen we believe in taking personal ownership for our work and while we have grown significantly we have not lost our sense of community, this is what is special about working for Hansen! See all open positions.

Position Description

To analyze work requests from customers and provide designing / programming expertise for development and fixes of software ensuring high quality service and product is delivered to customers within agreed budgets and time frames. See the position description details and APPLY NOW.

Role Responsibilities/Accountability

  • Liaise with BA’s/Developers to ensure understanding of client’s requirements
  • Assist BA’s with definition of customer requirements
  • Develop Technical Specifications documents
  • Design and programming of agreed developments / modifications to system
  • Testing of code and quality assurance of system
  • Promotion of benefits of system to existing and new customers
  • Ensuring standards and procedures are followed at all times

Knowledge, Skills and Education

Mandatory Skills

  • Bachelor's Degree in computer science, software engineering or information systems with less than 2 year's relevant experience
  • Strong technical skills with Java/J2EE, SQL and UNIX, or Microsoft .NET/SQL Server.

Desirable Skills and knowledge

  • PL/SQL Development:
  • Knowledge of PL/SQL
  • Working knowledge of ClearQuest/ClearCase
  • Unix Shell Scripting
  • Oracle Forms & Reports
  • Java Development
  • Knowledge of Java / Patterns / Frameworks
  • Object Oriented Design and Development skills
  • Ant build tool
  • JUnit testing tool
  • Clear Quest
  • .NET Development
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft’s Visual Studio and VB.NET
  • Object Oriented Design and Development skills
  • Nant build tool
  • NUnit testing tool
  • Knowledge of development methodologies and working knowledge of SDLC
  • Utilities/Telecommunications Billing knowledge
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, Visio
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL NOT BE OFFERING SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS POSITION.  Candidate must be within a commutable of our physical office in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Thank you!
EEO/M/F/D/V

Friday, December 15, 2017

Exciting Career Opportunity to join Andesa Services

Systems Developer

Exciting opportunity to join a talented and successful systems development team within an organization celebrating 30 years of excellence.

This position is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and implementing complex applications within an insurance administration system.  Involved with the full software development cycle including production support involving research and analysis. New team member is expected to promote company values and may participate in off-hours beeper support rotation.
Essential Skills:
  • Proficiency in Object Oriented analysis, design, and programming.
  • Knowledgeable with Java programming language.
  • Proficiency with SQL for creating, retrieving, updating and deleting data in a relational database.
  • Proficiency in debugging.
Beneficial Skills:
  • Familiar with Design Patterns and UML notation.
  • Familiar with algorithm analysis and design.
  • Familiar with Eclipse, JBuilder, or equivalent Java IDE.
  • Scripting using ANT, Linux shell, or Windows batch files.
  • Familiar with Oracle or Microsoft SQL Server.
  • Proficiency in writing web-based reports using Crystal Reports or similar tool.
  • Familiar with JSP/Java.
  • Familiar with Data Warehousing concepts and the ETL process.
Education, Training and Experience:
  • Bachelor or technical degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
  • Professional software development experience preferred.
Find out more about Andesa & submit your resume 

Summer Internships at iD Tech's STEM-focused summer education programs


Imagine a job where dressing up for work means putting on a superhero cape. Where gaming tournaments, epic lip sync battles, capture the flag, and new friendships are the “norm.” A job where you build your résumé by empowering students with coding, game development, robotics, and design skills. That’s iD Tech! Join us on our mission to create life-changing experiences that embolden students to shape the future.

iD Tech is currently hiring staff for our summer programs held at locations in Pennsylvania area at programs like
  • Carnegie Mellon
  • University of Pennsylvania, 
  • Arcadia University, 
  • Villanova University, 
  • Lehigh University, 
  • West Chester University and 
  • Bryn Mawr College. 
We are looking to fill over 1,600 summer positions with high-quality students studying Computer Science, Engineering, Game Development or Media Arts. We think the students we’re looking for may be at Kutztown University!
See the flyer for more inspiration or apply today!

SOARS Student Summer Research Internship Program in Boulder CO


PLEASE NOTE:  This is a summer internship position.  This position will be posted until 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 1, 2018.
 
Work Authorization: 
U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or other protected status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) is required for this position.

This internship position will participate as a summer research intern in the Significant Opportunities in Atmospheric Research and Science (SOARS) program.

NOTE:  All applicants must formally apply by submitting the SOARS application found here: http://www.soars.ucar.edu/apply  Do not submit an application through the UCAR Careers Website for this internship opportunity.

What You Will Do: 
Research
·         Engages in scientific research at UCAR/NCAR or partnering laboratories in Boulder, Colorado. First year protégés primarily follow the guidance of their scientific mentors. Returning protégés normally collaborate in the design of their research project.

Reports and Presentations
·         Participates in all SOARS training, including scientific communication, data and computational skills, leadership and professional development.
·         Submits weekly writing assignments by assigned deadlines.
·         Prepares and presents two scientific talks, a poster, an academic paper, and submits an abstract by the conclusion of the summer program.
·         Attends at least one national scientific conference to present summer research through oral and poster presentations. May also support SOARS outreach efforts at conferences. (Conference attendance is funded by SOARS and may occur during the academic year.)

Seminars
·         Participates in technical and career seminars with peers and scientists.

Peer Mentoring
·         Returning protégés may be asked to serve as peer mentors for incoming students. Protégés will receive training in mentoring.

Community and Professional Behavior
·         Protégés are part of a diverse community of peers working and living together. Protégés are expected to contribute positively to the community and to conduct themselves appropriately in a professional environment. Protégés are also expected to fully participate during normal office hours, during SOARS functions and while on SOARS-funded travel.

REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:
Education and Experience:
·         Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program with a major in the earth sciences, computing, engineering, or related field. Must have at least one semester of undergraduate coursework remaining after the initial summer program.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
·         Ability to work with a diverse group of peers and mentors.
·         Basic problem solving skills.
·         Ability to analyze data and draw conclusions.
·         Good oral and written communication skills.
·         Skill in the use of software for communication purposes (e.g., Powerpoint, Word, Excel).
·         Ability and willingness to learn and use scientific computing tools and programs.
·         Ability to interact with mentors and peers in a manner that supports collaboration and inquiry.
·         Willingness to seek help when needed and consult with supervisor on larger job or community related issues.
·         Basic knowledge, through coursework, of atmospheric, oceanic or earth sciences, computer science or engineering.
·         Ability to work full-time in Boulder, Colorado, during the summer program.
·         Ability and willingness to work within guidelines and policies of organization and assigned work groups.
·         Willingness to contribute to the SOARS community and mission.
·         Potential to excel in a scientific career.
Desired Skills (but not required):
·         The ideal candidate will have completed the equivalent of two years of college; have some basic research and programming experience and have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.


Notes to Applicants:
·  All applicants must formally apply by submitting the SOARS application found here: http://www.soars.ucar.edu/apply

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
DO NOT REGISTER AS AN APPLICANT THROUGH THIS SITE.  You MUST register and apply through the SOARS Website listed below. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 1, 2018

Go to the SOARS website here: http://www.soars.ucar.edu/apply/ to obtain and submit the following:
  
·         The Official SOARS Application
·         Two completed essays
·         At least two letters of recommendation to be submitted by your referees, using the SOARS Recommendation Form
·         Electronic version of your transcripts from all institutions attended

If you have any questions about the SOARS application process, please contact Laura Duggan, SOARS Program office, 303-497-8622, soars@ucar.edu

Remember: Your SOARS application will not be considered complete until you have completed the application form on the SOARS website as explained above.


The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer that strives to develop and maintain a diverse workforce. UCAR is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy.

Whatever your intersection of identities, you are welcome at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR). We are committed to inclusivity and promoting an equitable environment that values and respects the uniqueness of all members of our organization.
Job Location
Boulder, Colorado, United States