OSCER users, Forwarding from Clemson U Research Computing and Data. Please reply directly to them, and please feel free to forward to anyone who may be interested and appropriate. ================================================================== POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Director of Advanced Computing and Data Services Clemson University Clemson Research Computing and Data (RCD) is seeking a nationally recognized leader in advanced computing research support as Director overseeing a team of research scientists (computational research support specialists, ACI-REFs) in support of Clemson University research. Reporting to the Executive Director for Research Computing Engagement, the Director serves as a leader, actively engaging in outreach across Clemson to identify potential new users of advanced computing resources (including HPC, HTC, Open Science Grid, ACCESS, and cloud services). The Director of Advanced Computing and Data Services leads a team of research facilitators, all of whom work closely with faculty, post-doctoral associates, students, and research staff to understand their research, allowing for the customization of training and support solutions. The position leads those who provide application and user support to all areas of the Clemson community. Clemson promotes a collaborative, flexible work environment, embraces diversity and inclusion, and encourages personal and professional development. Our ACDS Research Computing Facilitators provide concierge and end-to-end solutions and support to Clemson research and scholarship, leveraging the power of CCIT computing resources -- these include the 1.7 petaflop Palmetto high performance computing cluster, large-scale storage, next-generation network technology, and more. The Research Engagement Team is a highly collaborative work environment. Expertise within the ACDS team includes parallel and high performance computing, full stack systems development, machine learning, use of commercial clouds, and containerization. ACDS works closely with the Advanced Cyber Infrastructure (ACI) systems team, another significant component of CCIT Research Computing and Data. Team members leverage each other's strengths and knowledge to help faculty and students use cyberinfrastructure to solve research questions. This position will participate in and contribute to the management and refinement of existing services services. In addition, this position will champion research technology solutions and provide core support relating to university-wide HPC and research storage data management. The position will play a leadership role in outreach, collaboration, training and engagement university-wide, with an emphasis on using the Palmetto High Performance Compute (HPC) cluster, specialized ML hardware, and applicable cloud environments. The position will provide introductory to advanced consultations, instruction and support to faculty, students and staff to develop, deploy, maintain and improve workflows, analytical methods and models, associated research software, gateways and cloud resources. The ideal applicant will have the applied research and publication experience needed to partner with faculty on relevant grant submissions. Expertise in providing HPC user support in a university, national lab, or other research environment is required. Strong technical and innovative problem-solving skills are required, along with strong written and oral communication and presentation skills. Minimum requirements: Degree in mathematics, computer science, engineering or related field with 10 years relevant work experience or PhD in mathematics, data science, engineering or related field with 7 years relevant work experience. Experience using and providing user support for a Linux high performance computing cluster. Preferred background includes: PhD in related field, some teaching or training experience, and experience as PI or co-PI on one or more federally funded awards. Duties: 1. Direct supervisory responsibility, leadership, and strategic planning for the Advanced Computing and Data Services team. Involvement with national programs and organizations (e.g. CaRCC, Internet2, Campus Champions, ACI-REFs) focused on research support and professionalization of CI practitioners. 2. Work closely with Clemson's RCD leadership team (Executive Director and other Directors) to set the strategic direction of the department in alignment with the university's mission and goals 3. Provide advanced computing support to faculty and students in their computational research by assisting with conceptual and practical realization of the research goals using local, regional, and/or national advanced computational resources. 4. Lead the development and coordination of instructor-led training focused on advanced computing. May provide trainings and course curriculum. Align education, outreach, and training programs with national standards and initiatives. 5. Provide research development by actively pursuing advanced computing-related funding opportunities and partnerships. Work closely with Clemson University researchers to understand their computing needs and to develop solutions and funding strategies, thereby enhancing the productivity of their research. 6. Lead large scale data processing and computational pipeline/tool development in assigned areas, including mentoring of new scientists, graduate students, and other technical staff. 7. In conjunction with the Executive Director, other RCD directors and CCIT Business Office, develop and manage the budget for the ACDS team 8. Participate in professional development activities (e.g., training, conferences, etc.), advance personal knowledge in computational science, and develop individual research projects. Present at national meetings. 9. Keep abreast of all pertinent federal, state, and university regulations, laws and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified. 10. Perform other related duties as assigned. To apply: Visit https://jobs.clemson.edu/psc/ps/JOBS/EXT/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?FOCUS=Applicant and search for “HPC” or “Director of Advanced Computing & Data Services”