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Please reply directly to them, and please feel free to forward to anyone who may be interested and appropriate. ================================================================== POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://careers.rit.edu/staff__;!!GNU8KkXDZlD12Q!5-YiJnCd5feLh6DotFn8UZgmm8qJkFoyLZj3N3xV6ipou3qhNRaTW74yY2_jgKV6vM63K9sL4z-LTNNme_yKkro$ [careers[.]rit[.]edu] https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/Home/Home?partnerid=25483&siteid=5289*jobDetails=1572054_5289__;Kg!!GNU8KkXDZlD12Q!5-YiJnCd5feLh6DotFn8UZgmm8qJkFoyLZj3N3xV6ipou3qhNRaTW74yY2_jgKV6vM63K9sL4z-LTNNm0FAY77U$ [sjobs[.]brassring[.]com] Rochester Institute of Technology Director ITS Research Computing 8878BR Finance & Administration ITS Research Computing Job Summary Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) seeks applications for the role of Director of Research Computing, a senior leadership position that supports the institution's commitment to advancing the research goals of the university. The successful candidate will lead the development and implementation of advanced computing strategies that support RIT's diverse research portfolio. This role requires a dynamic leader who can collaborate with faculty, senior leaders, and other stakeholders to enhance RIT's research capabilities, ensuring that our computing resources effectively meet and are responsive to the evolving needs of our academic community. As the Director of Research Computing, you will manage the development and operation of RIT's high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure, as well as the delivery of research computing services. You will also foster collaborations and partnerships with academic units, research centers, and external organizations to enhance RIT's research computing capabilities and impact. You will create an inclusive, aspirational research computing strategy and a plan to execute on that strategy. Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, you will work closely with senior leaders, including the Vice President for Research, deans, and others to align research computing with RIT's strategic goals and priorities. You will also lead a dynamic team who provides research computing and data management services, support, and consultation to the RIT research community. In addition, you will engage with faculty researchers across disciplines to understand their research computing needs and challenges, and to identify and implement solutions. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker with an open and collaborative style who fosters innovation, teamwork, employee development, and operational effectiveness. Job Responsibilities * Provide direction for all research computing services, ensuring appropriate researcher involvement, service documentation, delivery, and support. * Lead the Research Computing team, fostering an environment of collaboration, continuous improvement, and innovation in service strategy, design, and delivery. * Establish and communicate a clear mission, vision, and strategic plan for research computing services, ensuring alignment with the university's broader goals. * Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including faculty, staff, and external partners, to support the university's research computing objectives. * Stay abreast of emerging trends in research computing, pilot new services, and incorporate feedback to enhance service offerings continually. * Work closely with enterprise IT (ITS), college IT teams, and other IT staff to create research IT services that address research challenges and support research computing needs. Collaborate with ITS support leaders to ensure clear and efficient support strategies for non-research technical services. * Contribute to and support proposal development, especially related to data management and data sharing requirements. * Monitor and report on the performance of research computing services, providing stakeholders with insights into usage, growth, and service evolution and to inform planning and decision-making. * Ensure the development of a robust, financially sustainable research computing infrastructure that supports existing research initiatives and can adapt to support future research initiatives. Design and implement financial models for service delivery that are adaptable to different levels and types of infrastructure utilization. * Work collaboratively with the Information Security Office (ISO), Sponsored Research Services (SRS), and Institute Audit, Compliance, and Advisement (IACA) to ensure that research computing infrastructure is in full compliance with applicable federal, state and granting agency requirements. Required Qualifications Education/Experience: * Bachelor's degree in related information technology field or equivalent experience. * 9 years of related experience, including 5 years of managerial experience. * Experience leading teams, projects, programs, and/or functions. * Knowledge of the research computing ecosystem including AI, data management and storage, security compliance practices and standards, database management, software development and deployment, and instrumentation in a high-performance computing environment. Preferred Qualifications * Advanced degree – Master's degree or Ph.D. * Proven experience working in advanced research computing within large-scale environments. * Experience working in a higher education setting, particularly in research computing or academic research. * Understanding of data security and compliance standards and regulations such as NIST 800-171 / 53, ITAR, DFARS * Proven record of engaging with academic researchers and establishing good working relationships with faculty, staff, administrators, vendors, and other university stakeholders. * Analytical and problem-solving mindset * Capacity for managing change and applying innovative solutions. * Exceptional communication skills, coupled with an ability to navigate difficult situations and complex issues. * Leadership experience in guiding teams and projects toward effective and sustainable technology solutions, particularly in research computing. * Budget management experience Required Minimum Education Level Bachelors or Equivalent Experience Work Location Hybrid — Remote/On-campus Wage Band 124A FLSA Category Exempt Employment Category Fulltime Required Application Documents Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume What do we believe at RIT? Rochester Institute of Technology is a diverse and collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring. As a member of the RIT community, you'll receive a comprehensive employee benefits package that offers multiple options and access to additional employment advantages. You can tailor your benefit elections to meet your needs (affordable medical/dental/vision benefits; paid vacation/sick time/retirement saving plan with exceptional employer match; and tuition assistance for you and your family, to name a few). Department/College Description Information and Technology Services (ITS) provides information technology leadership, services, and innovative solutions to support RIT's strategic goals. We plan, develop, implement, and maintain secure, reliable, and responsive systems, infrastructure, services, and programs. We collaborate with partners and stakeholders across campus to address the technical needs of the RIT community. We strive to provide outstanding service to the campus community. How To Apply In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://careers.rit.edu/staff__;!!GNU8KkXDZlD12Q!6u5tmxszB6RU3HeG4z6Ijipo9fRBC7GL3Mc3jP9uVcp3Ha36ibb5uCvvMfsx6N2ZgHSOOeQpX1zM$ [careers[.]rit[.]edu] Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number. Additional Details In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. 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