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Organization

VICTR

Job Summary

Principal Application Developer - VICTR

This Principal Application Developer will be a PHP/JavaScript developer with experience using modern frameworks who will join our team in crafting software to support medical research. Our applications are continually evolving to incorporate more data sources and provide greater utility, requiring flexible software architecture and the ability to rapidly refactor/modernize. Our goal is always to produce software befitting of a leading medical institution - clean, maintainable, and efficient behind the scenes; responsive, intuitive, and beautiful for the end user. As a Principal Application Developer you would work with the REDCap software platform to build data integrations with the Epic electronic health record (EHR) system so that data may be extracted from Epic and imported into REDCap so that clinical data might be re-used for clinical research purposes. This would be done by building modules in REDCap that could interface with Epic’s REST API web services.

You will work Monday - Friday during standard daytime business hours and this role offers the flexibility to work remotely.

About the Department

The Vanderbilt Institute for Clinical & Translational Research (VICTR) is Vanderbilt’s virtual home for clinical and translational research. Supported by Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s Office of Research and the NIH-sponsored Clinical and Translational Service Award (CTSA), the mission of the institute is to transform the way ideas and research discoveries make their way from origin to patient care. VICTR functions to help researchers and clinicians do their jobs better by providing tools and support to improve the quality of research, publications, grant writing, and training for future doctors and researchers. For more information, please visit https://victr.vumc.org/.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops or modifies application.
• Ensures appropriate documentation for all development and modification.
• Ensures integrity and security of institutional data.
• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

Skill Preference

• 5+ years of PHP experience with knowledge of object-oriented concepts
• Working knowledge of JavaScript, jQuery, and CSS
• Working knowledge of REST API services

Technical Capabilities

Application Development (Advanced)

Demonstrates expertise of application development tasks for complex applications. Has played a lead role in the conduct of all of the tasks and activities required to complete the application development phase and participated in the process of fully implementing the system. In terms of structured programming, has used structured code to produce modules of complex logic. Familiar with the basic principles of structured design as applied at the module level and has environmental knowledge of data structure. Is capable of educating others in the use of structured code and has been involved in directing the work of others.

Applications Development Standards and Procedures (Advanced)

Demonstrates the uppermost levels of expertise in applying applications development standards and procedures in challenging and complex situations. Helps set guidelines for critical areas such as security, encryption, data usages, etc. Often takes a role in establishing standards and procedures for the company. May participate in advanced technology or architecture areas which set standards for new products and processes as they are brought into the company.

Applications System Design (Advanced)

Demonstrates mastery of systems design tasks for difficult and complex applications. Presented design documents for new systems to user management. Has led in the conduct of all of the tasks and activities required to complete the systems design phase and participated in the process of fully developing and implementing the system. In terms of structured systems design, if applicable, has extensive experience in the development of structure designs, including application to such complex systems as transaction-centered designs, real time/interactive systems, data base managers, distributed processing, etc.

Applications System Analysis (Advanced)

Demonstrates mastery of systems analysis tasks for difficult and complex applications. Able to identify and eliminate barriers and pitfalls before they become problems. Presented proposals for new systems to user management. Has led in the conduct of all of the tasks and activities required to complete the systems analysis phase and participated in the process of fully designing, developing and implementing the system. Has conducted feasibility studies and cost benefit analyses. In terms of structured systems analysis, if applicable, has used data flow diagrams and data structured diagrams to analyze a complex system, and using data flow transformation techniques developed a proposed physical data flow. Has used data dictionary, structured English, decision tables to document the functional specifications of the system. Has been responsible for its presentation to the user and other management groups.

Our professional administrative functions include critical supporting roles in information technology and informatics, finance, administration, legal and community affairs, human resources, communications and marketing, development, facilities, and many more.

At our growing health system, we support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose.

Core Accountabilities

• Organizational Impact: Delivers projects/assignments that have a direct impact on goals/objectives of the unit/department that the job is in.
• Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Conducts extensive analysis of situations or data to resolve numerous, complex issues; may involve the input/work of others.
• Breadth of Knowledge: Has in-depth level of knowledge within a professional area and working knowledge of other areas.
• Team Interaction: May lead mid-sized projects; coaches and guides team members.

Core Capabilities

Supporting Colleagues

• Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas.
• Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships.
• Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences.

Delivering Excellent Service

• Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them.
• Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions.
• Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness.

Ensuring High Quality

• Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly.
• Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them.
• Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring.

Managing Resources Effectively

• Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure.
• Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area.
• Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities.

Fostering Innovation

• Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches.
• Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges.
• Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.

Position Qualifications

Responsibilities

Certifications

Work Experience

Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level:

• 5 years

Education

• Bachelor's (Required)

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.