Position Details
Summary
| Operating Title |
Research Scientist II |
| Long Classification Title |
Research Scientist II |
| Campus Location |
Durham |
| Department |
UNH Center for Coastal & Ocean Mapping |
| Summary of Position |
Under the general supervision of
CCOM Data Visualization Research Lab Director Thomas Butkiewicz, employee will perform basic research in data visualization and related computer science topics in support of ocean mapping, hydrographic, and marine navigation applications, interpret results of research, determine scientific significance, and participate in dissemination and publication of results. |
| Acceptable minimum level of education |
Master's |
| Acceptable minimum years of experience |
3 years |
| Additional Job Information |
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| Posting Number |
PS4907FY25 |
| Other minimum qualifications |
1. Doctorate or equivalent professional degree in computer science or other data visualization related discipline (e.g. computer graphics, virtual reality,
HCI, etc.), with doctoral research closely related to project work; while doctorate degree is preferred, we may also consider a combination of a Master's degree in computer science or discipline related to data visualization and at least three years of closely related research experience.
2. Extensive knowledge of computer programming and appropriate data analysis techniques. |
| Additional Preferred Qualifications |
1. Knowledge of, and experience coding with C/C++/C# and OpenGL. Also helpful would be experience with Unity, WebGL, Javascript,
PHP,
SQL, or
HTML/
XML.
2. Experience with Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality/Mixed Reality or other 3D User Interaction techniques/technologies.
3. Ability to perform statistical analysis on human factors studies data/observations to determine study results and statistical significance.
4. Knowledge of human perceptual issues related to data visualization.
5. Excellent academic writing ability and publication record. |
| Salary Information |
Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off. |
| Quicklink for Posting |
https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/63521 |
| Percent Time Information (FTE) |
1.0 |
| Grade |
21 |
| EEO Statement |
The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status. |
| Institution Information |
The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction.
UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire's lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.
The
UNH Diversity Resource Guide with information and programming available in the seacoast area, New Hampshire, and the region can be found here:
https://www.unh.edu/hr/diversity-resource-guide |
Posting Details
| Posting Date |
10/18/2024 |
| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Closing Date |
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| Posting Open to Internal Candidates Only? |
No |
| Interested Internal Candidates Exist? |
No |
| Job Category |
Salaried Staff (Exempt) |
| Appointment Type |
Grant Funded |
| If TERM position provide projected end date |
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| Equipment/Instruments |
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| Drivers License and Physical Requirements. Please check all items that apply. |
None applicable |
Duties / Responsibilities
Job Duties
| Duty/Responsibility |
- Participate in the planning, design, implementation, operation, testing and/or evaluation of data visualization and interaction research projects focused on hydrography, ocean mapping, and marine navigation, including the collection and collation of results.
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| Duty/Responsibility |
- Participate in the design, development, and calibration of tools for data collection, including specialized scientific equipment, devices, or instruments.
- This includes tools for collecting hydrographic data in the field (e.g. camera systems) and data in the lab (e.g. logging user interaction data in human factors studies).
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| Duty/Responsibility |
- Participate in the analysis, organization, maintenance, and evaluation of hydrographic, ocean mapping, marine navigation, and human factors studies data, including development of computer programs, determination of the data's significance, diagnosis and evaluation of problems with the data, and the statistical analysis and preparation of results for publication or distribution.
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| Duty/Responsibility |
- Present results of data visualization and interaction research in various formats, including through publications, seminars, or professional conferences.
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| Duty/Responsibility |
- Consult with and establish relationships with other scientists, researchers, and practitioners in project area of expertise, as well as stakeholders in funding agencies (e.g. NOAA) and industrial partners.
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| Duty/Responsibility |
- Supervise and/or advise graduate students on research projects; supervise and/or provide tutorial assistance to undergraduate students in area of expertise, as assigned.
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| Duty/Responsibility |
- Serve as primary resource for questions related to the data and research projects, and provide information related to research projects to varied audiences, as required.
- This includes demonstrations of lab research projects and technologies to stakeholders, students, and other lab visitors.
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| Duty/Responsibility |
- As assigned, direct work of programming staff and/or technicians involved in research projects.
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| Duty/Responsibility |
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
- Resume/Vita
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
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University System of New Hampshire
paid time off
Dec 07, 2024