This role will provide support for a research collaboration between MSI and MIDB that is focused on the analysis and presentation of neurological imaging data, as well as other MIDB research initiatives. MSI will provide computing resources, systems expertise, applications support, and consulting services to MIDB.

Position Duties and Responsibilities

Operations (35%)

• Support for research applications used to process, store, access, and present Neuroscience research
• Use of CI/CD tools and techniques for validating proposed infrastructure updates
• Peer review of planned MSI infrastructure changes to ensure continuity in support of MIDB projects
• Support MSI compute, network, and storage infrastructure related to ongoing MIDB collaborations

Development (35%)

• Container development, orchestration, build process and testing
• Web Application development and maintenance
• Leveraging a diverse set of coding languages and software management tools
• Support MIDB applications and application development

Support and Planning (20%)

• Handle both routine and complex end user issues escalated from MIDB
• Prioritize, plan, and scope tasks, assignments, and projects with minimal supervision
• Manage tickets, tasks, and projects in MSI's relevant tracking systems
• Actively identify process and workflow improvement opportunities for MSI and MIDB in collaboration with ASO and ADS (MSI's Application Development Services)
• Comply with data management regulations, such as HIPAA and FERPA

Professional Development (10%)

• Participate in the University of Minnesota IT and cultural communities through relevant University working groups, committees of practice, and professional organizations
• Participate in inter-institutional working groups with MIDB's research partners
• Pursue development through relevant independent studies, training, workshops, and conferences

The Research and Innovation Office (RIO) and the Minnesota Supercomputing Institute (MSI) endorses a "work with flexibility" approach that offers a welcoming and flexible work environment where everyone is inspired to do their best. Work location options include working fully remote, partially remote, or entirely in the office and are based on the work of the position. Some on-site work may be necessary for certain positions, even those designated as fully remote.

This position has been designated as eligible for RIO Work Profiles One or Two. Work Profile One is expected to work primarily on-site. Work Profile Two is expected to work on-site more than 50% of the time. Your office will be located in Walter Library on the Twin Cities East Bank Campus. The Minnesota Supercomputing Institute management retains the right to modify flexible work arrangement agreements on a temporary or permanent basis for any reason at any time.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree plus at least two years of work experience, OR master's degree.

Preferred Qualifications
In addition to developing and maintaining critical infrastructure, this role involves supporting and assisting in the development of an existing scientific data management system built using a variety of underlying tools. To succeed in this position, the candidate will either develop or already have the following set of skills.

• Familiarity with network services (web servers, databases, DNS, etc.)
• Experience maintaining web applications (PHP, React, etc.)
• Experience building, deploying and maintaining container-based applications (eg. Docker, K8s)
• Experience with CI/CD tools (such as Jenkins, Drone, GitHub CI/CD)
• Experience writing, maintaining, and deploying systems configuration/platform automation and orchestration code (eg. Puppet, Salt, Ansible, Chef, etc.)
• Scripting and programming experience (eg. Bash, Python, PHP, Perl, C)
• Ability to communicate with technical and non-technical peers
• Ability to produce highly-functional documentation for technical peers
• Driven to learn new skills and technology through self-directed learning
• Ability to independently research, scope, design, build, test, and debug systems and services of varying sizes and complexity
• Ability to independently assess, prioritize, and proactively report on tasks and assignments

Additional Qualifications

• Experience in a University setting; strong communication skills with students, faculty, and researchers
• Linux systems and infrastructure administration experience
• Experience managing virtualization platforms (OpenStack, KVM, VMware, etc.)
• Broad experience with modern scripting languages
• Web application development experience
• Experience in a DevOps environment

Special consideration may be given to candidates with notable experience in a Linux-based research computing environment.

About the Department

About MSI
The Minnesota Supercomputing Institute (MSI) is a core research facility of the University of Minnesota (UofM), part of Research Computing within the Office of the Vice President for Research. MSI provides advanced research computing infrastructure and expertise to the University's research and scholarly community, and the State of Minnesota, in order to advance and accelerate research and foster innovation and discoveries through advanced computing technologies, scientific computing and informatics, application development, and services. The Institute currently supports over 800 different groups with over 4500 active users spanning the sciences, engineering, life sciences, medicine, and social sciences.

About ASO
This position will be a part of the Advanced System Operations (ASO) External Projects team (ASO-XP). Members of ASO are highly skilled, self motivated, and self-supervised technologists who use cutting edge technologies and platforms to develop and deliver computer technology solutions for the University research community, often working closely with other groups within MSI as well as researchers. ASO also manages and runs the High Performance Computing (HPC) systems, storage, internal cloud, and other infrastructure of the Supercomputing Institute, including:

• High Performance Computing clusters
• 20PB+ of research data storage
• Physical and virtual infrastructure servers, and their hosted services
• End-user-facing portals and research services
• Special-purpose systems with additional requirements for security and compliance

Members of ASO understand and balance the usability needs of this community while maintaining system security and stability. They assist research entities requiring custom systems configurations or novel development and operations assistance, while also supporting technical and non-technical staff, faculty, students, and research partners of the University.

MSI and ASO have a strong commitment to the University's goal of creating a positive and inclusive campus climate by advancing equity and diversity. We aim to hire high-potential people with varying identities and backgrounds.

About MIDB
The Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain (MIDB) brings together University experts to advance brain health, from the earliest stages of development to maturity.

Benefits

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).

University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD)

The University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) consistently ranks among the top Midwestern, regional universities in U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Colleges" issue.

Overlooking Lake Superior, UMD provides an alternative to both large research and small liberal arts environments and attracts students looking for a personalized learning experience on a medium-sized campus of a major university. A firm liberal arts foundation anchors a variety of traditional degree programs, as well as professional and graduate students that draw on UMD's many research institutes and labs.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).