Programmer Analyst II (Trenton)

Position Details

Position Information


Recruitment/Posting Title
Programmer Analyst II (Trenton)


Job Category
Staff & Executive - Information Technology


Department
CINJ - IST Central Core


Overview

RUTGERS CANCER INSTITUTE VISION, MISSION, AND CORE VALUES:

VISION:

Through our science, our evidence-based actions, our openness, and our respect for those we serve, we will advance cancer-focused research worldwide and reduce the burden of cancer in our catchment area. By engaging with and empowering our exceptionally diverse populations, and addressing their questions and fears, we will engender hope for cancer patients and their families and play a critical role in strengthening the fabric of our communities by gaining and protecting their trust and providing access to the outstanding oncology care each person deserves.

MISSION:

Our mission is to accelerate scientific discovery focused on understanding cancer, innovating cancer treatment, and improving cancer prevention; to provide outstanding, novel, and compassionate patient care; to provide evidence-based and culturally informed education to physicians, nurses, researchers, staff, and the community; and to achieve cancer health equity in our state through outreach to and engagement of our extraordinarily diverse communities.

CORE VALUES:

Curiosity and Discovery: encouraging an environment of continuous inquiry, creativity, and innovation to generate new knowledge

Integrity: earning the trust of those we serve and each other through honesty, transparency, accountability, and continuous reflection

Collaboration: approaching all opportunities with an understanding that together we are better and can achieve more; promoting and maintaining an environment of teamwork and shared knowledge

Respect and Caring: consistently demonstrating caring, compassion, and respect through our words and actions
Perseverance: maintaining an unwavering commitment to our mission; embracing change, overcoming obstacles, and creating and recreating the path to achieve our goals

Posting Summary


Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Programmer Analyst II within the IST Central Core Department at the Rutgers Cancer Institute.

Under direction of the IST Analyst I, the Programmer/Analyst II performs analysis, design, programming, testing, debugging, and documentation of programs to solve medium to complex business problems at the New Jersey State Cancer Registry. This role applies conversions and enhancements to cancer surveillance and research systems and participates in the development of detailed programming/system specifications, including policies and procedures. The individual interfaces with internal and external users, database administrators of cancer surveillance software and tools, and other information technology departments, including but not limited to the New Jersey State Office of Information Technology (OIT), the Office of Information Technology Services (OITS), and the Rutgers Cancer Institute's Bioinformatics unit, to identify system problems and propose solutions. The position also develops project plans and training programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Develops and/or conducts training programs as required.
• Develops and manages project plans.
• Interacts with users and other related areas to gather requirements and compile data.
• Designs and develops application programs from analysis to implementation.
• Develops documentation, formulates, and applies policies and procedures.
• Maintains awareness of emerging Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies, tools, and frameworks, including Machine Learning (ML), and Natural Language Processing (NLP), as well as other industry technology trends, to recommend innovative solutions.
• Collaborates with business stakeholders to identify opportunities for AI/ML adoption and translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Assists in or manages the installation of software and/or hardware components.
• Performs technical resources planning and support.
• Maintains familiarity with subsystems, including an ability to generate queries and analytic programs using common programming languages (e.g., SQL, SAS).
• Acts as liaison between information technology departments/units and end user communities.
• Develops and applies integrated application, system, or network standards as required.
• Evaluates and recommends hardware and software solutions.
• Assists in problem determination and resolution.
• Performs system tuning, monitoring, and trend analysis.

FLSA
Exempt


Grade
28S


Salary Details

Minimum Salary
81155.000


Mid Range Salary
97671.000


Maximum Salary
116172.000


Offer Information


The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits


Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status
Full Time


Working Hours

Standard Hours
37.50


Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement


This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description
HPAE 5094


Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft


Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month


Position Pension Eligibility
ABP

Qualifications


Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline. Four (4) years of progressive experience and increasing responsibility in related technology field.
• Equivalent experience, education and/or training may be substituted for the education requirements.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• General PC knowledge and understanding of distributed computing environments and integrated communication concepts required.
• Must have an understanding of SQL and other programming tools, methodologies and concepts; a demonstrated ability to identify and solve complex problems; and, the ability to develop and manage short- and long-term project work-plans.
• Familiarity with artificial intelligence (AI) concepts, including machine learning (ML), and natural language processing (NLP).
• Must be computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to function in a team environment.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills working in a service-oriented environment.
• This position is based in Trenton, NJ with regular travel to New Brunswick, NJ is required.
• Must have the ability and flexibility to travel to various worksites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in programming languages and frameworks commonly used for AI development (e.g., Python, R, TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn) preferred.
• Familiarity of complex information systems architecture, electronic health data, transmission standards for electronic health data, information security standards, relational databases, and analytic software tools such SAS preferred.
• Knowledge of cancer surveillance processes, cancer epidemiology, surveillance research, and cancer registry data a plus.

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment


PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing.
• No special vision requirements.
• Lifting up to 25 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Office environment. Moderate noise.

Special Conditions

• This position is based in Trenton, NJ with regular travel to New Brunswick, NJ is required. Must have the ability and flexibility to travel to various worksites.

Posting Details


Posting Number
26ST0241


Posting Open Date
02/05/2026


Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)


Home Location Campus
Downtown New Brunswick


City
New Brunswick


State
NJ


Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings


All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement


It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: