University Of Washington Seattle , WA 98113
Posted 2 months ago
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The Washington National Primate Research Center (WaNPRC) has an outstanding opportunity for a Senior Computer Specialist (E S 9).
WaNPRC is one of seven National Research Centers continuously funded by the National Institutes of health since the 1960s. WaNPRC supports the research enterprise at the University of Washington and partners with others in the Seattle area, across the United States and globally to support their research aimed at improving human health and promoting the highest standards of care, health, well-being and conservation for primates around the world. WaNPRC is a large research organization with 5 units of scientific excellence; neuroscience, infectious disease and translational medicine, gene therapy and regenerative medicine, global conservation, education and outreach and animal and scientific resources. We are seeking a motivated, mission-driven, technology specialist at WaNPRC toward its support of leading edge biomedical and behavioral research involving nonhuman primates.
POSITION PURPOSE
The primary purpose of this Senior Computer Specialist position is to fulfill the mission of WaNPRC which is to empower the delivery of leading-edge scientific discoveries and to promote the highest standards of care, health, well-being, and conservation for primates around the world. In conjunction with our Mission Statement, these values link this position to our purpose as a Center:
This position is responsible for support, development, reporting, and analysis of research information obtained from a variety of sources and formats. This position will design and develop methods for collecting data, analyze outcomes, and use complex systems for data storage and analysis. This position will lead the support efforts, making sure all programs, workstations, and related research technology equipment problems are resolved in a timely manner with limited disruptions.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Research Computation (50%)
Research Equipment (50%)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select "Apply to this position". Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your "My Jobs" page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
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