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Computational Scientist - Social Sciences Computational Scientist - Social Sciences Apply remote type Hybrid locations Chicago, IL time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id JR28834 Department Provost Research Computing Center About the Department The University of Chicago Research Computing Center (RCC), a unit in the Office of Research, provides high-end research computing resources to researchers at the University of Chicago. It is dedicated to enabling research by providing access to centrally managed High-Performance Computing (HPC), storage, and visualization resources. Job Summary The Research Computing Center (RCC) seeks a highly motivated Computational Scientist to work closely with faculty and researchers in the Social Sciences Division (SSD) at The University of Chicago. The person in this position will serve as a technical domain expert, supporting and advising faculty on high-end computing and machine learning techniques for big data analysis in their research and grant writing. This position develops software to support the data acquisition, ingestion, and integration for research projects. Assists in the development of user interfaces and scalable back-end services to automate and accelerate the scientific output of multi-institutional research projects. This is a hybrid position requiring working onsite 3 days per week. Responsibilities Central knowledge resource for faculty and researchers in the Social Sciences Division (SSD), working closely with faculty in SSD to identify, develop, and implement useful computational methods and resources that advance their research. Assists in the development, implementation, and improvement of application software and methods that can be utilized in analyzing and interpreting data in the social sciences. Designs tutorials, hands-on workshops, and documentation for researchers and students in SSD with the help and coordination of other RCC staff. Keeps abreast of new developments in computational social sciences and pro-active in introducing them to the faculty. Helps faculty with grant proposals by contributing sections of the proposal that describe the interplay between their research and high-end computing resources. Assists researchers with data management implementations and compliance to funding agencies requirements. Dedicates a portion of time on research projects or activities for professional development, as approved. Participates in the product development life cycle, providing professional assistance to the design of front-end applications and database systems back-end schema. Develops and presents technical training materials and web-based documentation. Evaluates past and present technologies to help develop new tools. Performs other related work as needed. Minimum Qualifications Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Preferred Qualifications Education: Ph.D., preferably in the fields of sociology, economics, psychology, political science, computer science or similar field. Technical Skills or Knowledge: Proficiency with machine learning techniques and algorithms. Broad programming skills to support analysis efforts in multiple programming environments. Proficiency using statistical programming packages, such as Python, Matlab, Stata, or R. Fluency in data manipulation and analysis. Proficiency in a UNIX-based programming environment. Proficiency with applied statistical skills, such as distributions, statistical testing, regression, etc. Skilled in one or more programming languages such as C++, C, Julia, etc. Familiarity with natural language processing (NLP) methods. Exposure or experience in any of the following is a plus: Hadoop, Pig, Hive, SQL coding, relational database structures and query techniques. Preferred Competencies Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written, and presentation skills. A broad knowledge of algorithms, programming languages, and libraries. Understand and translate researchers’ scientific goals into computational requirements. Identify and gain expertise in appropriate new technologies and/or software tools. Function as part of an interactive team while demonstrating self-initiative to achieve project’s goals. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Work well with faculty and researchers. Application Documents Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter (preferred) When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application. Job Family Research Role Impact Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5 Drug Test Required No Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No Pay Rate Type Salary FLSA Status Exempt Pay Range $80,750.00 - $104,500.00 The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. Benefits Eligible Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. #J-18808-Ljbffr The University Of Chicago

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