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Research Computing Facilitation Supervisor - SSRI

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  • CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Social Science Research Institute (SSRI) is currently seeking a Research Computing Facilitation Supervisor who will manage the Institute’s research information systems and security services, with a strong focus to support and enhance the computational capabilities of the SSRI research community.  They will facilitate collaboration within and between institutes to address data storage and faculty research computing needs. In addition, this position will work across SSRI units to oversee and coordinate programming/training including support of administrative data reporting needs for a collaborative environment that accelerates research innovation.

This position will report to the SSRI Research Operations Manager and will work closely with the Director and Unit Directors of SSRI.

Responsibilities: Following are the responsibilites of this position:

  • Manage the Institute’s research information systems to ensure security development, maintenance, awareness, compliance, controls and procedures are consistent with University policies and guidelines; ensure disaster recovery/business continuity plans are created and maintained.
  • Work with faculty and unit teams to analyze computational requirements, initiate new project concepts, research tools and emerging technologies, present technical proposals and ensure the unit is meeting the research needs of faculty.
  • Facilitate collaborative partnerships among university teams by actively exchanging information and lending support to identify risks, issues, requirements and aligning design solutions to enhance data-related initiatives and to build a world-class environment for our faculty.
  • In collaboration with university partnerships, provide suggestions and oversee process improvement implementations to support SSRI operational reporting needs.
  • Coordinate planning of projects and utilization of programming resources across SSRI units.
  • Ensure compliance with research data related agreements.
  • Stay current with technological advancements and recommend improvements or upgrades as needed.
  • Recommend and/or write requests for proposals (RFPs) and liaison with vendors.
  • Working with the Research Operations Manager, support monitoring and tracking of SSRI budgets and expenditures.
  • Lead and manage a team to provide direction and development in ensuring optimal delivery of services; hire, develop, evaluate and mentor/coach staff.

Education and Experience: The minimum requirements are a bachelor’s degree or higher and 3+ years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience are required for this position. Additional education and/or experience are required for higher-level positions. The successful candidate will also have the following:

  • Effective administrative, management, communication, and technical writing skills are essential in addition to the following:
  • Demonstrated knowledge of research information systems and computing environments
  • Experience in creating educational and resource materials and presentations (e.g., graphical presentation of data and concepts)
  • Experience in managing multiple, diverse, complex projects
  • Excellent interpersonal and team management skills, outstanding oral and written communication skills

Work Arrangement:  SSRI is supportive of flexible work arrangements when aligned with the ability to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to flexible work arrangements should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports both broad and specific equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.

Penn State offers competitive benefits to full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, in addition to tuition discounts (75% discount for spouse and children), and paid holidays.  Please visit https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/benefits for more detailed information.

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:

$76,700.00 - $129,500.00

Salary Structure - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure. 

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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 here.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. 

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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. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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