Software Engineer

Department

BSD NEU - Jacobs Research Staff

About the Department

The Department of Neurology at The University of Chicago Medical Center has a great history and tradition, having made significant contributions to neurological training, clinical care, and the basic understanding of neurological disease.

Job Summary

The Jacobs Lab is seeking a Software Engineer to perform advanced programming and software development to support research on the neural foundations of human memory and spatial navigation. The Software Engineer will develop and maintain custom virtual and augmented reality platforms, behavioral task paradigms, and analysis tools used in experimental research with neurosurgical patients and healthy participants. This position requires strong programming skills in Python, MATLAB, and C++, as well as experience with software testing frameworks and behavioral software development.

Responsibilities

• Designs, implements, and maintains software platforms that enable human neuroscience research, including virtual and augmented reality environments, behavioral task paradigms, and analytic tools.
• Develops custom applications in Python, MATLAB, and C++; builds and tests software frameworks, and ensures reliable performance during experimental sessions with neurosurgical patients and healthy participants.
• Collaborates with neuroscientists, clinicians, and computational researchers to integrate software solutions with electrophysiological and behavioral data collection pipelines.
• Documents workflows, provides technical support for laboratory members, and contributes to the dissemination of research by supporting figures, tools, and methods described in scientific manuscripts.
• Works with stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements for developmental programs. Receives a moderate level of guidance to design applications to meet University and business requirements.
• Supports and maintains existing applications. Works with web developers and responds to requests from users.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Advanced degree.

Experience:

• Developing and implementing virtual reality, augmented reality, or behavioral task software.
• Collaborating in a research or biomedical environment.
• Supporting the training of junior researchers or technical staff.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Proficient with software testing frameworks, debugging, and version control systems.
• Proficient in software engineering, computer science, or a related technical discipline.
• Proficient in Python, MATLAB, and C++ programming.
• Understanding of software testing frameworks, version control, and collaborative coding practices.
• Knowledge of research regulatory policies and procedures.

Preferred Competencies

• Analytical skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Organizational skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)

Job Family

Information Technology

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type

Salary

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FLSA Status

Exempt

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Pay Range

$80,000.00 - $120,000.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Posting Statement

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