Research Computing Specialist
- Employer
- University of Oregon
- Location
- Oregon, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Date posted
- Apr 16, 2021
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Computer Services & Information Technology
- Employment Level
- Administrative
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Research Computing Specialist
Job no: 527309
Work type: Officer of Administration
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Information Technology,
Research/Scientific/Grants
Department: Information Services
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular,
Ongoing
Salary: Commensurate with education and
experience
Compensation Band: OS-OA08-Fiscal Year
2020-2021
FTE: 1.0
Application Review Begins
Immediately, to ensure consideration apply by May 6, 2021; position
open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a
completed application. Complete applications must include:
- Online application
- A resume
- A cover letter indicating how you meet the minimum
qualifications for the position
- The names of at least three professional references, their
e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers
Any application missing the above documents/information may be considered incomplete.
To ensure consideration, please submit your application materials prior to or on the listed review date.
Department Summary
Information Services (IS) is the central information technology
unit at the University of Oregon and provides wide ranging services
to campus. Information Services consists of four major functional
areas: Customer Experience, which serves as the key contact point
for interactions with campus clients and customers; Applications
& Middleware, which manages and supports applications,
integration services, identity management and data management;
Information Security, which helps protect virtual or physical
information; and Technology Infrastructure, which provides
administration and support for the software, hardware, and services
needed to support the campus IT environment. Information Services
also includes the Advanced Network Technology Center. IS works
closely with Link Oregon, who provides the education and research
network in Oregon.
Established in 1876, the University of Oregon offers a breadth and
depth of curricula with more than 270 academic programs and
provides the opportunity to work at a respected research university
with a strong holistic liberal arts foundation. The UO also has a
history of political and social involvement that embraces diverse
beliefs, cultures, and values, and it is committed to environmental
responsibility.
The university is also proud of the new Phil and Penny Knight
Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact, an initiative
specifically designed to fast-track scientific discoveries and the
process of turning those discoveries into innovations that improve
the quality of life for people in Oregon, the nation and beyond.
Information Services collaborates with Research and Innovation and
our schools and colleges to support the research, teaching, and
learning mission of the university.
Eugene is the home of the University of Oregon's main campus.
Located in the lush Willamette Valley, Eugene is well-known for
outdoor pursuits like running, cycling, rafting, and fishing, as
well as arts, music, crafts, brewing, winemaking, and
community-supported agriculture. With branches in Portland and on
the Oregon coast, the UO is deeply connected to Oregon's natural
and cultural treasures.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Director of Enterprise Systems, the Research
Computing Specialist will be aligned to the central IT organization
but will uniquely work collaboratively with research computing
groups on campus, including faculty, researchers, and staff. The
position requires an understanding of the research process, goals,
and needs, combined with the ability to communicate across the
research discipline and technical fields, to understand research
problems, and to develop creative technical solutions. The Research
Computing Specialist will perform specialized information
technology work in support of research efforts, applying
specialized IT knowledge to research material, information, and
data to ensure that research goals and objectives are met.
Broad goals of the position include helping individuals and
research groups access and share central infrastructure and
providing assistance with the implementation and management of
computing and data storage services for research purposes. The
individual in this role will consult with groups about their needs,
and train researchers on the use of standard IT hardware and
software. They will pair needs with shared technical resource
opportunities, and also add expertise in scientific computing and
assist with system setup/administration related to research
computing needs.
The incumbent in this position will work independently as well as
collaborate with team members from Information Services and around
the university. Major system infrastructure and maintenance
decisions are made in conjunction with the Director of Enterprise
Systems. This position will be expected to solve problems that are
highly varied, complex, and often non-recurring, requiring novel
and creative approaches to a resolution. New concepts and
approaches may have to be developed to ensure a solution is
established.
Though this position does not directly supervise professional IT
staff, the Research Computing Specialist possesses authority to
formulate and carry out management decisions or represent
management's interest in taking discretionary actions as
appropriate.
Essential Personnel
This position may provide essential services during times of
emergencies and inclement weather. This position may be required to
fulfill essential services and functions during these times.
Candidates who promote and enhance diversity and inclusion are
strongly desired.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in computer science (or related field) OR
comparable industry experience
- Two years of experience with, and an understanding of, major aspects of IT service delivery in a large organization
Professional Competencies
- Demonstrated knowledge of the research processes, goals, and
needs as typically found at a comprehensive research
university
- Demonstrated ability to work with sensitive/confidential
information and to handle such information as required by Federal,
State, and University regulations/policies
- Ability to work under pressure and retain a professional and
tactful manner in all interactions
- Intellectual curiosity and drive for excellence
- Ability to work in a collaborative, technical, team-driven
environment
- Proven strong written and verbal communication
skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate
information about complex technical systems effectively, both with
technical and non-technical staff
- Excellent project management skills and good time management
habits
- Understanding of application, web application, and database
development
- Desire to foster and promote an environment that acknowledges,
encourages and celebrates differences
- Ability to manage technical systems and implement
solutions
- Desire to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement
Preferred Qualifications
- Three years of experience in IT supporting research
science
- Experience with supporting hardware and software for scientific
research support
- Experience working in IT within higher education
- Experience working in IT supporting researchers in higher
education
- Experience with scientific data management and
organization
- Experience writing research grants from a technical
perspective, in a higher education or government agency
environment
- Proven ability to add value through collaboration with
individuals and groups across a complex, research-intensive
doctoral university
- Understanding of server virtualization and system
administration principles
- Understanding of core network services, such as LDAP, DNS, NTP,
etc.
- Familiarity with High Performance Computing, High Throughput
Computing, and other distributed computing systems
- Familiarity with research data storage strategies and/or “Big
Data” management strategies
- Experience with Python, Jupyter or other scripting languages or
common research programming tools
- Familiarity with compliance standards such as HIPAA, NIST 800
and impact on research systems
- Experience working with common scientific, mathematical, and statistical applications including, but not limited to Matlab, LabView, Mathematica, MathCad, SPSS, SAS, R, J
FLSA Exempt: Yes
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits. The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112. UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Office of Civil Rights Compliance, or to the Office for Civil Rights. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed on the statement of non-discrimination. In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at http://police.uoregon.edu/annual-reportTo apply, visit https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/527309/research-computing-specialist
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