Galaxy Project (http://galaxyproject.org) and Nekrutenko Lab are seeking a highly qualified Computational Scientist to work on the newly funded AnVIL initiative (http://bit.ly/psu-anvil). The individual that will be hired in this position is expected to develop effectively in open source communities and with globally distributed teams and objectives and be able to organize and effectively prioritize requirements in such environments, make substantial contributions to determining feasibility of goals, perform outreach and training activities relating to the AnVIL project, mentor assigned staff software developers in the development of technical, project, and related organizational/support skills. The individual will also be expected to author and co-author scientific papers, proposals, presentations and reports. Typically requires a Master's degree or higher in a field of study with focus on computational research methods or higher plus four years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Travel to AnVIL team meetings will also be required. The applicant will need experience with GitHub, git, Python, JavaScript, and SQL. Also, experience building and/or deploying container-based solutions. This is a fixed-term appointment funded for one year from date of hire with possibility of re-funding. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review at https://police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports. EEO Is The Law Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
