Research Computing Manager

Job title: Research Computing Manager

Company: Stanford University

Job description: Learn about our array of employee benefits, what makes Stanford life unique, and our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.Areas of WorkTogether, we’re working towards our collective future. Find your role by browsing our areas of work.☰Research Computing ManagerNew📁Information Technology Services📅    5 hours ago Post Date📅    104931 Requisition #Apply for Job Share this Job Sign Up for Job AlertsStanford Research Computing is looking for a manager to join our team of collaborative and innovative professionals assisting Stanford’s faculty and students to use high-performance computing and data tools to explore new frontiers in knowledge and solve some of humanity’s most urgent problems.Our staff work directly with some of the world’s top researchers in a broad range of disciplines, across all of Stanford’s seven schools — while also supporting and learning from each other in cross-project endeavors. We maintain and steadily improve an advanced research computing facility, and we support a variety of environments for Stanford research. In Stanford Research Computing, you’ll have a rare opportunity to contribute to discoveries and inventions that have global reach and positive impact, and to share in the curiosity and commitment of the scholars and scientists who lead these projects.This position is a part of the management team within Stanford’s Research Computing organization, leading a group of staff who work directly with Stanford researchers. This includes development and delivery of training and workshops, onboarding activities for new researchers, and assistance on a broad variety of topics via direct consultation, office hours and tickets. Topics can range from the basics of cluster and cloud computing to data movement and storage to assistance with specialized software.CORE DUTIES:

• Lead and manage team(s) of research computing professionals, including recruiting, hiring, training, developing, evaluating, and setting priorities
• Ensure work completion within schedule, budgetary and design constraints and provide alternative methods for achieving goals when necessary
• Oversee the implementation, and maintenance of HPC systems
• Participate as a member of the Research Computing leads team; contribute to strategic and operational planning for the organization
• Ensure the reliability and performance of computing systems
• Collaborate with research teams and leadership to understand computational needs and develop tailored solutions
• Lead the researcher-facing team in developing and delivering training sessions and workshops for researchers on effective use of computing resources and tools
• Engage with organizations, researchers, vendors, and working groups internal and external to the University in support of strategic goals and objectives
• Implement and enforce policies and procedures to ensure the security and compliance of research computing resources, including data protection and access controls
• Stay up to date with industry best practices and emerging technologies to ensure the security and integrity of systems
• Communicate and implement policies, procedures, best practices, recommendations and guidelines in compliance with established University administrative policies and procedures

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience leading or overseeing the work of technical and/or researcher-facing professionals
• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to quickly learn, synthesize and articulate complex subject matter
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with others
• Demonstrated resilience, diplomacy, influence, relationship building, and problem solving skills in a variety of situations
• Strong relationship and consensus building skills
• Ability to influence and establish effective working relationships in a diverse environment
• Ability to resolve issues quickly and make decisions that meet university objectives in a collaborative culture

Certifications and Licenses: NoneThe expected pay range for this position is $135,374 – $166,823 per annum.Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website ( ) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Frequently perform desk based computer tasks, seated work, use a telephone and use light/ fine grasping.
• Occasionally write by hand, lift, carry, push pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Rarely stand, walk, sort, and file paperwork or parts.

*Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a .WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May require occasional extended hours

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time
• Job Code: 4805
• Employee Status: Regular
• Grade: K
• Requisition ID: 104931
• Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible

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ResourcesResourcesEqual Opportunity and Disability AccommodationsConsistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a .Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. See ; ; .Equal Opportunity and Disability AccommodationsConsistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a .Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. See

Expected salary: $135374 – 166823 per year

Location: Stanford, CA

Job date: Tue, 15 Oct 2024 22:47:15 GMT

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