Scientific Programmer/Analyst (COMPUTER & NETWORK TECHNOLOGIST III)
THE NATIONAL CENTER FOR ECOLOGICAL ANALYSIS & SYNTHESIS (NCEAS)
NCEAS is seeking a scientific programmer/analyst to consult with and
advise NCEAS' researchers on efficient, appropriate, and powerful
computational approaches and tools for implementing their scientific
investigations.
Tasks include: assisting target groups in accomplishing analyses by
developing, testing, and assisting researchers in the use of
custom-developed code created with advanced software tools; helping with
or training how to archive analytical products and data; and working
with other NCEAS' technologists to coordinate developing codebases and
datasets into generalized resources for ecological research.
Reqs: specialist in scientific programming and quantitative analyses,
ideally with extensive experience with ecological/environmental data and
concepts, and advanced capability using high-end software solutions on
Linux, MacOSX and Windows machines. Advanced knowledge in several of
these areas: statistical procedures and tests, analysis of time series
and spatially explicit data, modeling of populations and ecosystems, and
the software tools needed for accomplishing these tasks. Strong
knowledge in several of these applications: R, Python, Ruby,
javascript, SAS, or MATLAB, including expert facility with data
processing and manipulation, as well as use of analytical libraries.
Advanced programming skills in C/C++, FORTRAN, and Java also
desirable. Experience with GIS and remote-sensing techniques and
software also desirable, e.g. PostGIS, QGIS, or ArcGIS; as is
familiarity with relational or object-oriented database modeling and
usage (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL).
Bachelors degree or higher in ecology, earth and environmental sciences,
or related field, with strong quantitative background in analysis,
programming, and database development. Strong familiarity with
collecting, organizing and analyzing natural science data, especially
relative to ecological, conservation, and geospatial data. Candidates
with backgrounds in engineering/computer sciences will also be
considered if complemented by strong prior experience organizing and
analyzing earth and environmental science data. Must have strong
communication skills, and work well with other scientist/researchers in
intensive collaborations.
Note: Fingerprinting required. Occasional need for air travel to
meetings, and to work on weekends.
Work location in downtown Santa Barbara, California. Salary: $4,674 -
$6,541/mo. Position is available for one-year, with a possibility of
renewal depending on funding.
For primary consideration apply by 5/2/13, thereafter open until
filled. AA/EOE
Apply online athttps://Jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 20130163
If further questions, please contact Mark Schildhauer
([email protected])
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Thanks!
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Mark Schildhauer, Ph.D. 735 State St., Suite 300
Director of Computing, NCEAS Santa Barbara CA USA 93101
Email: [email protected] Skype: mark.schildhauer
Phone: 805-892-2509 FAX: 805-892-2510
http://www.nceas.ucsb.edu
