Web Developer, Hotchkiss Brain Institute

Overview

Description The Hotchkiss Brain Institute in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Web Developer . This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 6 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension. This position reports to the HBI Logistics Coordinator. The Web Developer will design, develop, implement, test, deploy and document a new searchable Membership and Alumni directory platform for the Hotchkiss Brain Institute. This role is time-bound to deliver the launch of the platform in 6 months, and requires collaboration with HBI leadership, operations, and administrative staff. The platform is "product-inception-to-launch", including a plan and documentation for long-term maintenance, and requires both requirements translation and active build / prototype / iteration cycles.

Responsibilities

• Translate detailed HBI requirements into a technical solution architecture
• Design, implement and deploy the Membership directory and Alumni directory platforms
• Implement search / filter functionality across key fields, including research areas, location, career details
• Implement profile claim / update request workflow
• Implement semi-automated recurring data aggregation capabilities (quarterly scraping / import) with moderation
• Implement administrative backend for data management, including CSV / JSON export
• Ensure WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility and responsive front-end design across major browsers
• Integrate privacy, opt-out, and consent compliance (CASL + UCalgary standards)
• Develop and maintain documentation : workflows, system architecture, admin procedures
• Support testing, QA, debugging, and user acceptance prior to launch
• Participate in internal progress reviews, demos, iteration cycles

Qualifications / Requirements

Application Deadline : January 21, 2026

Note : This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Technical Job Family, Phase 2 .

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