Applications are now being accepted for a Software Developer in the College of Education, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. The successful candidate will join the College’s small team of programmers and be involved in the development of the Assess-As-You-Go Writing Assistant: A Student Work Environment That Brings Together Formative and Summative Assessment – a project funded by the US Department of Education.

This position will report to Dr. Bill Cope, the principal investigator in the project. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The appointment will be for two years with possible extension subject to further successful grant applications.

DESCRIPTION
The Software Developer will work with other team members to develop the Writing Assistant software, including planning, designing, coding and testing, under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and partner investigators in Computer Science.

The Software Developer will be responsible for programming, monitoring, evaluating, testing, implementing, documenting, and updating the systems software that will be developed to support the Assess-As-You-Go Writing Assistant.

By way of background to this project, a key recent educational priority has been to use summative assessment as an incentive to, and for measurement of, learner progress and school improvement. It is widely agreed, however, that this should to be supplemented by formative assessment, or assessment for screening, monitoring and diagnosis. This project aims to tackle the challenge of effective formative assessment in the area of writing.

Project goals will be to: 1) develop the Assess-As-You-Go Writing Assistant using an interdisciplinary team of computer scientists, measurement specialists, content area experts, and educational practitioners; 2) refine a prototype through field tests.

The Software Developer will:

• Develop functional and technical specifications to meet the project’s objectives.
• Create computer code which meets the functional requirements of the project.
• Identify suitable available code and ‘plug-ins’ that can be incorporated into the software.
• Test, debug, and implement the software.
• Develop and maintain documentation and prescribe how other computer professionals may use the computer system by specifying the technical standards and conventions –providing essential information to users and computing professionals.
• Consult with users and computing professionals on technical problems, coordinating work with other areas of technology support in the College of Education.
• Adjust software performance by monitoring, measuring, recording, and reporting the utilization and efficiency of the system and assist with predicting the “life” of the system.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and remedy system software failures.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• A college degree in Computer Science and/or extensive programming experience.
• Previous experience in software development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A user-needs orientation.
• The ability to work well in a team.

Knowledge and expertise in the following areas is essential:

• High level software development skills.
• User interface design skills.
• Proven capacity to deliver software development projects.

High level knowledge and expertise in some of the following areas is desirable, with an ability to learn others:

• Programming, with a preference for Ruby on Rails.
• Semantic tagging: taxonomies, folksonomies etc.
• Natural language processing.
• Computer-assisted psychometrics.

STARTING DATE:
As soon as possible.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
To ensure full consideration, applicants must submit a letter of application, a comprehensive résumé, and the names, addresses and phone numbers of three current professional references, to Dr. Colleen Vojak at vojak@ilinois.edu

Search Committee Chair
c/o Dr. Colleen Vojak
#171 Children’s Research Center
51 Gerty Drive
Champaign, IL 61820
217-244-2141

The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer.

Type: Permanent or Contract
Benefits: Health care, 15 days vacation per year, Bagel Mondays, Laptop / computer

Common Ground Publishing is building new kinds of knowledge communities, innovative in their messages and media by setting new standards in conference, journal and experimental learning tools. We are working on creating a revolutionary set of tools and services and are intent on making significant and far-reaching improvements in the fields of publishing and conferencing.

We are currently looking for an individual who is energetic, motivated and eager to excel with excellent interpersonal skills to take a hands-on leadership role in our software development group. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will be part hands-on developer but with overall responsibility for planning, design, coding, integration, and adherence to quality standards of software components on a per-project basis.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
You should have all of the following:

• A minimum of ten years developing enterprise scale applications;
• A minimum of three years experience in a technical leadership role;
• A minimum of three years using enterprise-level Web 2.0 technologies such as the MVC pattern;
• A clear understanding of the software QA process, and various SDLC methodologies;
• Ability to quickly prototype and iterate towards production quality code.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
You should have at least two of the following:

• A minimum of one year experience working with Ruby on Rails, and a good understanding of the Rails way;
• Extensive use of web technologies such as JS, AJAX, DHTML and CSS;
• Experience working in other dynamic and/or scripting languages;
• Extensive use of relational databases such as MySQL or Postgres, and their associated tools;
• Experience working in an Extreme Programming environment.

Successful candidates will work in a TDD/BDD environment on their own initiative and produce clean, consistent and maintainable code to specification. We also expect everyone to participate in overall design and help ensure that Common Ground Publishing delivers the best possible product. Of course, we expect everyone to be team-players.

ABOUT US
We’re a small company and we hate politicking. We delight in innovating and strive to be the best. We love ideas, and love delivering results even more.

LOCATION
United States, Champaign-Urbana, IL.
This role requires on-site work

SALARY AND TERMS
Pay: Negotiable
Hours: Full Time
Length of employment: One month trial, then permanent
You must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

To apply or for more information, please contact hr@commongroundpublishing.com with resume and cover letter.

LOOKING FOR A SMART DEVELOPER

Type: Permanent or Contract
Benefits: Health care, Laptop / computer

Common Ground Publishing is building new kinds of knowledge communities, innovative in their messages and media by setting new standards in conference, journal and experimental learning tools. We are working on creating a revolutionary set of tools and services and are intent on making significant and far-reaching improvements in the fields of publishing and conferencing.

We currently have several exciting job opportunities for smart and agile software developers, whose experience includes Ruby on Rails, to assist in building this next-generation application suite.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
You should have all of the following:

• A minimum of two years developing enterprise scale applications using the MVC pattern;
• A minimum of five years writing software;
• Ability to quickly prototype and iterate towards production quality code.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
You should have at least two of the following:

• A minimum of one year experience working with Ruby on Rails, and a good understanding of the Rails way;
• Extensive use of web technologies such as JS, AJAX, DHTML and CSS;
• Experience working in other dynamic and/or scripting languages;
• Extensive use of relational databases such as MySQL or Postgres, and their associated tools;
• Experience working in an Extreme Programming environment.

Successful candidates will work in a TDD/BDD environment on their own initiative and produce clean, consistent and maintainable code to specification. We also expect everyone to participate in overall design and help ensure that Common Ground Publishing delivers the best possible product. Of course, we expect everyone to be team-players.

ABOUT US
We’re a small company and we hate politicking. We delight in innovating and strive to be the best. We love ideas, and love delivering results even more.

LOCATION
United States, Champaign-Urbana, IL.
This role requires on-site work

SALARY AND TERMS
Pay: Negotiable
Hours: Full Time
Length of employment: One month trial, then permanent

To apply or for more information, please contact hr@commongroundpublishing.com with resume and cover letter.

Hello, my name is Tami Mor and I’m a doula and a yoga teacher. I am looking for a web designer/developer. I have the raw materials and ideas on how my web site should look, and I have written copy that needs some editing to be suitable for the site. I also have photographs that need to be edited and photoshopped.

Once the web site is launched, I would like to be trained on how to update my site as I will be regularly updating my teaching/workshop schedule, as well my testimonial page.

Please contact me via e-mail at doulayogatami@gmail.com

The University of Illinois Journal of Law, Technology & Policy (JLTP) seeks to hire a freelance web developer to rewrite JLTP’s internal and external websites. The ideal candidate will be both creative and technologically proficient.

JLTP’s external website primarily provides subscriber access to its current publication as well as serves as the online face of the journal. The internal website is very basic and provides simple log-in FTP access for the members.

The resulting external website will have an updated look as well as function. Several designs should be created for the board’s approval. The internal website requires updates to its functionality, i.e., larger comment boxes, although recommendations for improvement will be welcome.

Requirements: ability to write code and/or use Dreamweaver;  suggest and implement both creative and functional design improvements; collaborate and clearly communicate with JLTP’s Internet Editor to ensure website ease of use; Photoshop access and experience may be helpful.

Time estimate: 3 weeks, 10-15 hours per week, with some flexibility depending on the level of design and site improvements. The project deadline will be three weeks from beginning the project.

Pay will be commensurate with experience.

To apply, please submit a current resume with most relevant experience by August 31, 2010, to:

Molly Lindsey, Journal Coordinator
University of Illinois College of Law
504 E. Pennsylvania Ave.
Champaign, IL 61820
Phone: (217) 265-6522
Fax: (217) 244-1478
mowens1@law.illinois.edu

Taylor Studios Inc. is seeking resumes for a senior level Exhibit Designer with background in museum exhibit design or theatre design. Candidates should have experience in drafting and 3-D design.

Duties include: leading project design teams, creating exhibit floor plans, museum exhibit designs, lighting design, budgeting design elements, presenting designs to clients, and collaborating with clients, other industry professionals, and A/V firms.

Knowledge of 3-D software, Illustrator, and Photoshop is required. Knowledge of CAD, Sketch Up, and other design software is recommended. Some travel required in making client presentations.

Candidate should have strong presentation skills, strong leadership skills, and strong exhibit design skills. Some knowledge of graphic design & production is also a plus. Candidate must be detail oriented and able to work quickly. Bachelor’s degree in Design is required.

For consideration, send cover letter, resume and portfolio samples (including hand or thumbnail sketch samples) to Taylor Studios 1320 Harmon Drive Rantoul IL 61866.

Taylor Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Taylor Studios Inc. is accepting resumes for a professional with background in drafting and 3-D Design. Duties include: creating exhibit floor plans, museum exhibit designs, graphic structures, lighting design, and other exhibit components. Some travel required in making client presentations. Competent in all areas of dimensional design is a must.

Knowledge of CAD, Sketch Up, Illustrator, Photoshop, and other design software is recommended. Candidate must be detail oriented and able to work quickly. Bachelor’s degree in Design or a related field is required.

For consideration, send cover letter, resume and portfolio samples (including hand or thumbnail sketch samples) to Taylor Studios 1320 Harmon Drive Rantoul IL 61866.

Taylor Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Taylor Studios Inc. is accepting resumes for a full-time Graphic Designer. Duties include production of exhibit graphics, including graphic and text panels, labels, photo murals, banners, posters, environmental graphics, and directional signs. Projects may also include design for electronic media, including web-based and interactive programs.

Knowledge of Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign is a must. Knowledge of other design software is recommended. Candidate must be detail oriented and able to work quickly and meet deadlines

For consideration, send cover letter, resume, and portfolio samples (including hand or thumbnail sketch samples) to Taylor Studios 1320 Harmon Drive Rantoul IL 61866.

Taylor Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Premiere Global Sports is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our team that can work in a fast-paced online e-commerce environment. Candidate will be responsible for overseeing the graphical needs of PGS College Division located in Champaign, IL as well as help with our SportsTravel.com and  GoTickets.com divisions located in Cary, NC.

Work will include the overall look and feel for both the Web and print material to help create brand awareness.  Candidate’s understanding of College and Pro Sports as well as major sporting events such as Kentucky Derby, The Masters, Super Bowl, and Nascar a plus but not necessary.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

• Creation and development of print material as needed, including: print media advertisement, brochures and other marketing materials in accordance with brand standards and guidelines.
• Creation and development of Web graphics as needed, including: banner advertisements, Web site images, and flash media in accordance with brand standards and guidelines.
• Develop concepts for applications, Web sites, demos, and online marketing pieces with input from core team before development begins.
• Participate in the development of Web design processes, procedures and documentation of current branding and site specifications.
• Creation of CSS and html as needed for Web sites.
• Aid in the design of email marketing material.
• Work with third party vendors to include IT resources, email vendors and printers.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree with two to ten + years experience in graphic design for a corporate Web site or equivalent education and related training/experience
• Mac and PC proficient
• Advanced Adobe Create Suites user to include: Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver and/or GoLive, In Design and/or Quark, and Flash
• HTML proficient to include creation of CSS
• Knowledge of w3c guidelines
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to manage a time sensitive workload
• Ability to take initiative and work independently as well as in a team setting
• Ability to work in a fast pace environment
• Detail and task-oriented
• Familiarity with usability concepts a plus
• Solid communication and problem-solving/analytical skills required

Please send sample work with resume to kbruce@premieresports.com

Resume will not be reviewed without samples. A portfolio of work will be required at time of interview.

Thank you!

Ken