Computational and Data Science Research Specialist
Organisation Name: The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)
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Radiology Full Time 55929BR Job Summary Applies 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. Develops and optimizes a variety of computational, data science, and CI research tools and components. Performs research on current and future HPC, data, and CI technologies, hardware and software projects. Works on algorithm development, optimization, programming, performance analysis and / or benchmarking assignments of moderate scope where the tasks involve knowledge of either domain / computer science research requirements and / or CI design / implementation requirements. Department Description The UCSF Department of Radiology Imaging IT team architects, implements, and manages the computer systems and networks needed to support more than 700,000 imaging studies annually. Our team manages the full stack from network to application and end user support. The team provide Monday Friday, 8am to 5pm support including evening and weekend call to support the Medical Center needs. Required Qualifications 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. Demonstrated ability to regularly interface with management. Demonstrated ability to contribute research and technical content to grant proposals. 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. Proven skills and experience in independently resolving broad computing / data / CI problems using introductory and / or intermediate principles. Self-motivated and works independently and as part of a team. Able to learn effectively and meet deadlines. 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 successfully work on multiple concurrent projects. 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 experience and ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of staff; technical, students, faculty and administrators Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer/Computational/Data Science, or Domain Sciences with computer/computational/data specialization and 3+ years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education/experience 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 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 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 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 experience and ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of staff; technical, students, faculty and administrators Demonstrated ability to regularly interface with management Demonstrated ability to contribute research and technical content to grant proposals 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 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 About UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the worlds leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence also known as our PRIDE values. In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California San Francisco 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, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. OrganizationCampus Job Code and Payroll Title 006104 CMPTL AND DATA SCI RSCH SPEC 3 Employee ClassCareer Percentage 100% ShiftDays Shift Length 8 Hours LocationMission Bay (SF)
