Location: San Diego CA

The USC Keck School of Medicine Alzheimer Therapeutic Research Institute (ATRI) located in San Diego California is an academic institute comprised of an expert group of scientific collaborators committed to advancing the development of new treatments for Alzheimers Disease (AD) through innovative clinical trials.

ATRI is looking for an Associate Software Engineer to support the Biorepository and Biomarker Laboratory Information Management System (ATRI LIMS) and develop software applications based on design specifications.

Position Summary

The Associate Software Engineer for ATRI LIMS is responsible for designing and implementing solutions that optimize laboratory workflows ensure data integrity and maintain regulatory compliance. This role combines software development expertise with hands-on experience in building and supporting ATRI LIMS an internally developed Laboratory Information Management System. The engineer works closely with the Biomarker Department Data Management and Informatics teams to deliver secure scalable and high-quality applications. Leveraging modern technologiesincluding AI toolsand integrating Clinical Trial EDC systems the position enhances functionality efficiency and interoperability across research operations.

Key Responsibilities

Software Development & Design:

• Design develop test debug and maintain software applications including new features and enhancements.
• Lead design specifications and translate them into code following best practices.
• Prepare and maintain code documentation to support program development.
• Apply secure coding practices and ensure adherence to Django security models.
• Implement test-driven development (TDD) and Continuous Integration methodologies.
• Ensure code quality maintainability and best practices across projects.

ATRI LIMS Development & Data Management:

• Develop new and enhanced functionality for ATRI LIMS to meet evolving business needs.
• Create methods for LIMS data acquisition collection analysis and reporting.
• Integrate ATRI LIMS with ATRI EDC instruments databases and enterprise systems to ensure interoperability.
• Provide effective day-to-day configuration management and support of ATRI LIMS.
• Explore and implement AI-driven solutions for data analysis automation and workflow optimization.

Collaboration & Documentation:

• Interface with users to determine software application objectives scope and requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project deadlines and deliverables.
• Perform complex self-guided tasks under general supervision of Software Engineer staff.

Required Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in full-stack web development experience including front-end back-end.
• Proficiency with Python.
• Proficiency with Django and the Django security models.
• Proficiency with React.
• Proficiency with relational databases (PostgreSQL MySQL)
• Proficiency version control systems (Git Mercurial SVN).
• Strong understanding of web service technologies (XML SOA REST).
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of experience and knowledge in laboratory data management principles and procedures.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools (Atlassian JIRA Confluence).
• Familiarity of TDD CI/CD and secure coding practices.
• Experience using AI tools and frameworks for software development data analysis or automation.
• Familiarity with Clinical Trial EDC systems or similar tools.
• Familiarity configuring and managing commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) LIMS platforms such as Labvantage STARLims or CoreLIMS preferred.
• Understanding of AWS cloud services and software integration.
• Good taste with respect to code quality and maintainability.
• Passionate about performance reliability and scalability.

Required Education:

Bachelors degree in software engineering CS/EE or any biomedical field with demonstrated experience designing and developing software

Preferred Education:

Masters degree in software engineering CS/EE or any biomedical field with demonstrated experience designing and developing software

The hourly rate range for this position is $45.72 - $ extending an offer of employment the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position the candidates work experience education/training key skills internal peer equity federal state and local laws contractual stipulations grant funding as well as external market and organizational considerations.

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