PPD (Pharmaceutical Product Development (NASDAQ : PPDI) seeks a systems developer in New Hope, MN. It's a smaller, branch-office with good people. Website: http://www.ppdi.com/. Please let me know if interested. Job description below. Thanks, Damien =========================================================================== Systems Developer New Hope, MN RTP, NC Requirements Working with limited direction, this position will provide systems analysis, design, development, testing and support for mid-sized to large information systems. Specifically, this position will work with the business users to define system requirements, design the system specifications, develop and test the program code, perform system testing, work with Operations groups in the deployment and implementation of the system and provide ongoing support for the application coordinating with the Help Desk group. Education and Experience: (Required education, training, licenses, accreditation or certification and quantity and type of directly related experience. · Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field · 2 years experience in applications development in a client/server environment or specialized applications technology or · Equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provide the individual with the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: (Indicate the type of knowledge, skills and abilities required, such as verbal and written communication skills, computer skills, technical knowledge, interpersonal skills.) · Client focused approach with strong interpersonal skills. · Knowledge with following software languages or packages: PERL, SQL, Javascript, and Oracle RDBMS. · Knowledge with at least two of the following operating systems: Sun Solaris 8.x, Sun Solaris 9.x, Linux, Microsoft NT 4.x, Microsoft Windows 2000 · Must be able to multi task and pay close attention to detail · The ability to comfortably present technology solutions to non-technologists in a public speaking environment · Working knowledge of systems in use within the CRO/Medical Device industry considered a plus · Experience with Clinical Data Management Software, Electronic Data Capture Systems, or Ad-Hoc reporting systems