Western University delivers an academic experience second to none.  Western challenges the best and brightest faculty, staff and students to commit to the highest global standards.  Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application.  Western attracts individuals with a broad worldview, seeking to study, influence and lead in the international community.  Since 1878, The Western Experience has combined academic excellence with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social and cultural growth in order to better serve our communities.
 
The Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry provides outstanding education within a research-intensive, distributed learning environment, where tomorrow's physicians, dentists and health researchers and other scholars learn to be socially responsible leaders in the advancement of human health.  The Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry is the largest Faculty on the Western University campus and employs over 2,000 part-time and full-time faculty members and over 1,500 staff.
 
The Department of Medicine is the largest clinical department within Schulich.  We foster world class internal medicine specialized faculty to engage in ground breaking research, to deliver an exceptional education experience - both classroom and didactic, and to develop innovative systems to support faculty.  The Department looks to foster a faculty and staff culture of inclusion and dedication toward supporting the mission of Western University.
 
The Systems Coordinator defines, develops, tests, analyzes, and maintains new software applications in support of the achievement of business requirements including writing, coding, testing, and analyzing software programs and applications.  The incumbent will also research, design, document and modify software applications throughout the production life cycle and liaises between the Hospitals and Schulich for network and hardware issues.
 
The Department has a number of in-house database systems that are critical to day-to-day operations.  The Systems Coordinator will be responsible for maintaining and providing any needed development for these databases and providing user support as necessary.
 
Qualifications
Education:
-   University degree in Computer Science or a related field
 
Experience:
-   5 years' directly related database programming experience including experience interviewing end-users for insight on functionality, interface, problems, and/or usability ideas
-   Experience developing test cases and test plans
 
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
-   Proficiency in a variety of programming languages, including but not limited to: 
Microsoft Visual Studio Basic. Net, SQL/Access
-   Proven understanding of coding methods and best practices
-   Demonstrated relational database and operating systems experience with Microsoft SQL Server
-   Thorough understanding of platforms such as Microsoft Server
-   Solid working knowledge of current internet technologies, including ASP/ASP-X programming and HTML
-   Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws
-   Demonstrated experience with numeracy
-   Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with technical and non-technical users
-   Flexible and adaptable in regards to learning and understanding new technologies
-   Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
-   Ability to conduct research into software related issues and products
-   Self-driven, independent thinker who is highly motivated and possesses an intrinsic passion for quality
-   Strong attention to detail
-   Proven critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving abilities
-   Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
-   Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
-   Flexibility to work outside of regular business hours and travel on occasion
 
Please Note:
Successful applicants will be required to produce a current criminal record check from a police service prior to commencing employment.
 
This position will be located at the LHSC, Victorial Hospital site.
 
Interested applicants are asked to visit: www.workingatwestern.uwo.ca to apply online to job reference 4838, by midnight on February 12^th, 2016.
 
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.  In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
 
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources at hrhelp@uwo.ca or phone 519-661-2194.
 
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be acknowledged.