Computational and Data Science Research Supervisor II

UCSF Career Site; California; On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

UCSF Career Site seeks a Computational and Data Science Research Supervisor II in California. The role blends computational, data science, CI and HPC leadership to supervise research, development and deployment of high-performance computing and data science resources.

You will guide staff and manage priorities, proposals and budgets. You will also coordinate cross-disciplinary effort, mentor team members, and communicate complex concepts to diverse stakeholders while advancing strategic research

Qualifications

• Leads a technical staff of HPC/Data/CI professionals or scientists.
• Applied knowledge of HPC hardware/software, performance analysis and CI tools.
• Strong mentoring, supervision and HR-related skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to varied audiences.
• Experience with computing/data environments including HPC and data science tools.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate research proposals and secure funding.
• Proven project leadership and management within research tech teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication and analytical abilities.
• Knowledge of strategic planning for research/tech directions.
• Experience acquiring and integrating HPC infrastructure technologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team performing HPC/data/CI research, development and deployment.
• Provide direction, priority setting and workflow analysis for projects.
• Review proposals and advise on research and technology programs.

Skills

Staff leadership

HPC analysis

R&D methods

Mentoring

Technical communication

Complex computing

Proposal development

Project leadership

Communication

Strategic planning

HPC infrastructure mgmt

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Computational and Data Science Research Supervisor II

CA, United States

Job Description

Job Function Summary:

Involves a hybrid of multiple computational / data / Cyberinfrastrcture (CI) dominated fields such as, but not limited to, bioinformatics, geological information services (GIS), data analytics, and computational chemistry. Applies computational, computer science, data science and cyber infrastructure (CI) research and development principles, with relevant domain science knowledge, to perform research and technology integration and development. Responsibilities include research, design, development, analysis, operation, and support of high performance computing (HPC) and data science research, software, tools and hardware resources. Develops data algorithms and performs computations, statistical analyses, interpretation and reporting of research. This specialty / function exists for those positions whose primary responsibility is to do research and use computational and data science technology as a tool to accomplish the research.

Generic Scope

Provides direct supervision typically to professionals or skilled technical employees. Functions as advisor to unit and administration. Analyzes and resolves problems, interprets policies (e.g., fiscal management, HR, contracts and grants, resource management in defined areas) and demonstrates solid subject matter knowledge. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action. Supervises staff to assure accountability and stewardship of department resources (operational, financial, and human) in compliance with departmental goals and objectives.

Custom Scope

Applies computational, computer science, data science, and CI software research and development principles, with relevant domain science knowledge where applicable, to oversee team of research and technical staff performing highly complex HPC / Data / CI research, technology and software development. Receives assignments in the form of objectives with goals and / or the process by which to meet goals. Provides direction to staff, according to established policies and management guidance, to achieve research and technology goals. Provide priority setting and research and technology workflow analysis. Reviews and approves recommendations for HPC / Data / CI research, development and technology programs and initiatives.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to lead a technical staff of HPC / Data / CI and / or scientific personnel, including projects performed by multiple developers REQ
• Solid knowledge of research and development methods, 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 REQ
• Demonstrated critical thinking, persuasion / negotiation, conflict resolution, mentoring and staff development, supervision, problem solving, human resources policies and procedures relating to management responsibilities REQ
• 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 REQ
• Demonstrated 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 REQ
• Demonstrated ability to initiate research proposals and acquire funding REQ
• Demonstrated research and technology project leadership and management skills REQ
• Verbal and written communication, quantitative abilities, strong analytical skills REQ
• Thorough knowledge of subject area for assisting in strategic planning, research and technology assessment and direction REQ
• Experience in the management of ongoing HPC / Data / CI technology infrastructure acquisition and expansion, to include the identification and integration of emerging hardware and software technologies REQ

Job Info

• Job Identification 5975
• Job Category Information Technology
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Shift Length 8 hours
• Budgeted Job Salary Range 160,000 - 200,000