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Computational and Data Science Research Specialist - 129950
$86k-107k (estimate)
Full Time | Colleges & Universities
4 Weeks Ago
UC San Diego is Hiring a Computational and Data Science Research Specialist - 129950 Near San Diego, CA
Payroll TitleCMPTL AND DATA SCI RSCH SPEC 3
DepartmentINTEGR OCEANOGRAPHY DIV
Hiring Pay Scale
$82,500 - $100,000/ Annually
WorksiteSIO
Appointment TypeContract
Appointment Percent100%
UnionUncovered
Total Openings1
Work ScheduleDays, 8 hrs/day, Mon-Fri
#129950 Computational and Data Science Research Specialist
Filing Deadline: Mon 6/3/2024Apply Now
UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.This is a one (1) year 100% Contract position. This appointment may be extended or converted to career status based on the needs and funding of the department.Department OverviewThe organizing principle of the Integrative Oceanography Division (IOD) resides in a shared commitment to collaborative, interdisciplinary science. "Integrative" denotes our philosophy that multiple approaches are important in creating a better understanding of the ocean system. We take great pride in our membership of physical, biological, chemical and geological oceanographers, climate and information scientists, data and information managers, engineers, technicians, education specialists, administrative and management professionals. IOD distinguishes itself as scientific home for researchers working at the boundaries of traditional academic spheres, and generating growing programs in the integration of research with informatics as well as with education and public outreach. From pelagic to benthic ecology, shoreline to open ocean dynamics, data to information systems, our research encompasses field work, laboratory experimentation and computer modeling to acquire, integrate, synthesize and understand diverse data sets to elucidate the underlying dynamics of complex, multidimensional ocean systems.
Position DescriptionApplies skills as a seasoned, experienced IT research professional. Uses computational, computer science, data science, and CI software research and development principles, with relevant domain science knowledge where applicable, along with professional programming concepts for medium-sized projects or portions of larger projects.
Collaborates with students, faculty, and postdoctoral researchers to develop modeling, data processing, and visualization tools for integrated research efforts. Responsibilities include (but is not limited to) the development of tools for model coupling, data format translation, uncertainty quantification, deployment of large model ensembles, containerized workflows, climate downscaling, and web delivery of climatic datasets. Port existing models to UCSD HPC resources or work in partner-based external HPC environments. Train students, postdocs, and faculty how to use the project-specific HPC resources. Modify existing code and develop new code for research projects. Optimize model code and structure for computational efficiency. Works on algorithm development, optimization, programming, performance analysis and / or benchmarking assignments of moderate scope where the tasks involve knowledge of Marine Science, Oceanography, and Environmental Science. Contribute technical information to publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Qualifications
Hourly Equivalent: $39.51 - $72.56
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
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If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.
UC San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20
For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.
DepartmentINTEGR OCEANOGRAPHY DIV
Hiring Pay Scale
$82,500 - $100,000/ Annually
WorksiteSIO
Appointment TypeContract
Appointment Percent100%
UnionUncovered
Total Openings1
Work ScheduleDays, 8 hrs/day, Mon-Fri
#129950 Computational and Data Science Research Specialist
Filing Deadline: Mon 6/3/2024Apply Now
UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.This is a one (1) year 100% Contract position. This appointment may be extended or converted to career status based on the needs and funding of the department.Department OverviewThe organizing principle of the Integrative Oceanography Division (IOD) resides in a shared commitment to collaborative, interdisciplinary science. "Integrative" denotes our philosophy that multiple approaches are important in creating a better understanding of the ocean system. We take great pride in our membership of physical, biological, chemical and geological oceanographers, climate and information scientists, data and information managers, engineers, technicians, education specialists, administrative and management professionals. IOD distinguishes itself as scientific home for researchers working at the boundaries of traditional academic spheres, and generating growing programs in the integration of research with informatics as well as with education and public outreach. From pelagic to benthic ecology, shoreline to open ocean dynamics, data to information systems, our research encompasses field work, laboratory experimentation and computer modeling to acquire, integrate, synthesize and understand diverse data sets to elucidate the underlying dynamics of complex, multidimensional ocean systems.
Position DescriptionApplies skills as a seasoned, experienced IT research professional. Uses computational, computer science, data science, and CI software research and development principles, with relevant domain science knowledge where applicable, along with professional programming concepts for medium-sized projects or portions of larger projects.
Collaborates with students, faculty, and postdoctoral researchers to develop modeling, data processing, and visualization tools for integrated research efforts. Responsibilities include (but is not limited to) the development of tools for model coupling, data format translation, uncertainty quantification, deployment of large model ensembles, containerized workflows, climate downscaling, and web delivery of climatic datasets. Port existing models to UCSD HPC resources or work in partner-based external HPC environments. Train students, postdocs, and faculty how to use the project-specific HPC resources. Modify existing code and develop new code for research projects. Optimize model code and structure for computational efficiency. Works on algorithm development, optimization, programming, performance analysis and / or benchmarking assignments of moderate scope where the tasks involve knowledge of Marine Science, Oceanography, and Environmental Science. Contribute technical information to publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer / Computational / Data Science, or Domain Sciences with computer / computational / data specialization or equivalent experience.
- Proficient in scientific programming and experience with model development and data analysis in at least two languages (FORTRAN, Python, Matlab, R).
- Some understanding of climate dynamics, ocean physics, biogeochemical cycling, and/or marine food-web dynamics.
- Intermediate knowledge of HPC / data science / CI.
- Advanced skills, and demonstrated experience associated with one or more of the following: HPC hardware and software power and performance analysis and research, design, modification, Implementation and deployment of HPC or data science or CI applications and tools.
- Strong quantitative skills.
- Familiarity with code repositories (e.g. git) and Pangeo tools (e.g. JupyterLab, Xarray, Dask, netCDF).
- Experience working in (or administering) high-performance Linux supercomputing environments and with additional relevant languages such as C/C , Javascript, or NCL.
- Proven skills and experience in independently resolving broad computing / data / CI problems using introductory and / or intermediate principles.
- Thorough experience working in a complex computing / data / CI environment encompassing all or some of the following: HPC, data science infrastructure and tools / software, and diverse domain science application base.
- Proven ability to understand research computing / data / CI needs, mapping use cases to requirements and how systems / software / infrastructure can support those needs and meet the requirements. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement such solutions.
- Demonstrated broad experience in one or more of the following: optimizing, benchmarking, HPC performance and power modeling, analyzing hardware, software, and applications for HPC / data / CI.
- Demonstrated ability to contribute research and technical content to grant proposals.
- Self-motivated and works independently and as part of a team. Able to learn effectively and meet deadlines.
- Proven ability to successfully work on multiple concurrent projects.
- Demonstrated experience and ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of staff; technical, students, faculty and administrators Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization and to external research and education audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to regularly interface with management.
- Must pass a background check.
Hourly Equivalent: $39.51 - $72.56
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
Apply Now
If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.
UC San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20
For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Colleges & Universities
SALARY
$86k-107k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/05/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/18/2024
WEBSITE
ucsd.edu
HEADQUARTERS
LA JOLLA, CA
SIZE
15,000 - 50,000
FOUNDED
1960
TYPE
Private
CEO
PRADEEP K KHOSLA
REVENUE
$500M - $1B
INDUSTRY
Colleges & Universities
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