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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Associate Director, Research Computing in Troy, New York
Associate Director, Research Computing
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Work type: Full Time
Location: Troy, NY
Categories: Information Technology, Staff, Institutional Research, CFHE
Who we are
Why Rensselaer? Join Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s dynamic community, where company and institute officials recently unveiled the world’s first-ever quantum computer on a university campus. Through our partnership with IBM, Quantum System One is set to significantly enhance educational/research opportunities and positively impact the region’s economy. Campus stakeholders will have unprecedented access to cutting-edge technology, empowering them to explore quantum algorithms, engineering, and applications at the forefront of scientific discovery. Be part of a pioneering institution driving innovation in quantum computing and shaping the future of technology.
With top notch employee health and retirement benefits, Rensselaer offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program, tuition remission, and opportunities for career growth.
Are you ready to change the world? Apply now!
Job Summary
The Associate Director, Research Computing provides leadership and vision for the development, support and maintenance of campus research computing and cloud services, including high performance and quantum computing. This also includes customer support for system enhancements and day-to-day operations for users, system integration, and development/rollout of technical solutions.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, information technology or related field
Minimum five (5) years of professional experience with progressive responsibility in information technology field, including a minimum of two (2) years in a demonstrated leadership capacity managing technical staff
Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters degree or Ph.D. in computer science, engineering
Five (5) or more years of experience in research computing and system administration
Professional experience with progressive responsibility in the areas of research computing and cloud services
Previous experience in higher education environment
Experience with deployment and management of HPC systems including CPU, GPU, storage, file systems, networking, virtualization, job schedulers (SLURM) and scientific applications
Experience with InfiniBand and ethernet networks
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to manage both information systems special projects and ongoing operations
Ability to plan and manage resources and supervise staff
Ability to manage and direct problem resolution processes and build consensus among stakeholders to resolve conflicting interests or needs
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
Planning, organizing and effective time management skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet established goals and objectives
Ability to anticipate and solve problems
Preferred Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities
- Understanding of data security and compliance standards, such as NIST 800-171/53
Shift
Business Hours: Monday - Friday
This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement
Travel
Local travel between campus locations only
Driving
Incidental driving possible, but not required
Starting Salary/Rate
Expected hiring range: $135,000- $150,000
Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.
Application instructions
Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.
If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.
Job Posted Date
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Total Compensation and Benefits Information
Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu) (https://hr.rpi.edu/benefits) .
We welcome candidates who will bring diverse cultural, ethnic, national and international perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity, Race/Gender/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Advertised: 20 Aug 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
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