Indiana University School of Medicine is the largest medical school in the country with nine campuses throughout Indiana. This school is one of the nation's premier medical schools and is an innovative leader in medical education, research, and clinical care. The Ruth Lilly Medical Library serves all faculty, staff and students across all campuses.
Job Summary
Develops high-performing websites and web applications, including building and implementing back-end (APIs, databases) and front end (interfaces, web-based tools) solutions.
Consults with stakeholders and/or web administrator to review existing websites/webpages; develops new functionality and/or codes necessary web changes.
Develops data structures, web tools and programs while taking into consideration multi-browser and mobile compatibility and performance.
Documents website and web application development efforts (changes, new functionality, issue/problem resolution).
Tests website and web application performance and functionality, performs quality assurance checks, and fixes bugs accordingly.
Acts as a liaison between design/creative teams and stakeholders to ensure optimum functionality, performance, accessibility, scalability, and security of websites and web applications.
Ensures that all protocols used in the development and maintenance of websites are up to date and compliant with university policies and standards; researches and stays up-to-date on new industry web standards, emerging media technology, UX/UI design/philosophy, and accessibility standards.
Reviews, builds, and optimizes functionality, performance, accessibility, scalability, and security of Library websites and web applications.
Liaises with Health Technology Services and University Information Technology Services where applicable.
Researches and stays up-to-date on new industry web standards, emerging media technology, UX/UI design/philosophy, and accessibility standards.
Provides creative design solutions that enhance the visual experience for users, taking into consideration varying presentation formats (mobile vs. desktop) and University brand guidelines.
Consults with the Library's marketing team on promotional materials, social media presence, and manages the library's digital signage.
Analyzes and reports on web site performance metrics and performs user testing and/or usage analysis.
Identifies and applies updates, upgrades, and patches and performs testing to ensure website effectiveness and usability.
Consults on technology needs for library special projects (examples include but are not limited to: implementation of open-source tools Suma and ReCiter).
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required
Bachelor's degree (preferably in Computer Science or a related field).
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
2 years of full stack web development or related experience.
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered.
SKILLS
Required
Proficient communication skills.
Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills.
Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty.
Highly thorough and dependable.
Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure.
Ability to audit and perform updates to developed code systems and projects.
Ability to contribute to related file repositories and communicate with peers to ensure project success.
Strong understanding of related policy and standards.
Strong ability to read and write code in HTML,CSS, JS.
Ability to work on developed common JS frameworks and consult on UX related projects.
Ability to integrate advanced protocol interfaces (API).
Strong ability to code in logical dynamic language.
Ability to write complex relational database schema.
Ability to audit and develop systems of applications.
Preferred
Experience with server-side web frameworks such as Python, Ruby, PHP.
Ability with database systems such as MySQL, Oracle.
Demonstrates visual design skills for websites and web applications and proficiency with graphics and image design tools.
Knowledge of and ability to incorporates best practices for accessibility and usability.
Knowledge of policies and standards.
Ability to contribute to related file repositories and communicate with peers to ensure project success.
Basic knowledge of IT infrastructure, network services, and cloud computing.
Experience with content management systems such as WordPress, Sitecore, LibGuides.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Willingness to learn new technologies.
Working Conditions / Demands
This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Work Location
Ruth Lilly Medical Library 975 West Walnut Street Indianapolis, Indiana 46202
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there may be differences in the working conditions as advertised in our standard job postings (e.g., the ability to travel from one campus to another, etc.). If you are invited for an interview, please discuss your questions or concerns regarding the working conditions at that time.
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
New employees will be provided with information regarding Indiana University's COVID-19 vaccine policy, which includes the opportunity to request an exemption. To learn more, view our COVID-19 vaccine information page .
Equal Employment Opportunity
Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information .
Campus Safety and Security
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About Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis
Founded in 1820, Indiana University is the state’s public university system, comprised of two core campuses—IU-Bloomington and IUPUI—and six regional campuses located throughout the state. Combined, the total student population is more than 114,000 undergraduate, graduate and professional school students. IU is one of the largest employers in the state, with over 20,000 faculty and staff. Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. Diversity and inclusion remains a core commitment to IU’s mission to cultivate an educational environment that supports equal access, participation and representation on all of its campuses and that provides educational and career opportunities for all.
