UNIV - Systems Engineer II - Department of PHS
Listed on 2026-07-01
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IT/Tech
Systems Engineer
UNIV
- Systems Engineer II
- Department of PHS
The Systems Engineer II provides advanced technical expertise in the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of DCU's clinical trial and data systems. The role collaborates with leadership, investigators, and IS staff to understand complex requirements and optimize solutions for reliability, performance, security, and maintainability. Responsibilities system development, modification of existing software, evaluation of emerging technologies, and serving as an internal technical consultant.
The position also mentors and trains IS personnel. This advanced role requires strong problem-solving and communication skills and offers opportunities for technical leadership and growth.
Location:
Charleston, South Carolina
Entity:
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC
- Univ)
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Research Grant
Cost Center: CC001038 COM PHS Operations CC
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
Pay Grade:
University-TEC
06
Pay Range: 66,400.
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Scheduled Weekly
Hours:
40
Work Shift:
Job Duties:
30% – System Design and Development
Engages in technical problem resolution, system and component design, maintenance, and performance optimization related to the WebDCU system. This includes oversight of coding programs, database change documentation, and system development and maintenance.
Research new technologies and applications relevant to DCU needs and evaluates their applicability to existing and future systems.
Modifies complex existing software, databases, and server environments to correct errors, adapt to new requirements, and improve performance.
Plans and develops solutions by balancing functionality, flexibility, and generalizability of system functions across different types of projects, while promoting component reuse and adherence to DCU standards and procedures.
30% – Collaboration and Technical Consultation
Collaborates with DCU leadership and external investigators to understand individual project needs, including highly complex technology and system requirements.
Optimizes technical approaches used to support users with consideration of data quality, data security, system reliability, performance requirements, user interfaces, and maintenance constraints.
30% – Independent Research and Implementation
Performs independent research, design, development, testing, implementation, and maintenance of an upgraded version of DCU's clinical trial management system
Documents all developed software and related system components according to the standards and guidelines established by the DCU IS section.
Acts as an internal technical consultant and advisor for DCU, providing guidance functionality, system performance, integration, and maintainability.
10% – Training and Mentorship
Participates in the interview and selection of new IS personnel.
Participates in training for new employees on IS section standards, standard operating procedures, and system development methodologies.
Provides guidance and answers questions for new employees, serving as a mentor and technical resource.
MUSC Minimum Training and Experience Requirements: A bachelor's degree in computer science or related field and three years experience in computer system development and modification. Relevant experience may be substituted for bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.
Additional Job Description
Minimum Requirements:
A bachelor's degree in computer science or related field and three years experience in computer system development and modification. Relevant experience may be substituted for bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.
Physical Requirements:
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Note:
The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces.
(Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous)…
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