Senior Software/Data Engineer
Senior Software/Data Engineer
Company: Harvard University
Harvard University
Location: Boston, MA
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Job Summary
Provide high level UX services for large systems. Responsible for expert work; design, develop, manage small-medium projects, teams, programs and resolve problems. May manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Job-Specific Responsibilities
This position is for a senior computer scientist to run a data core unit that will support the efforts of an NIH U19 project focused on the relationship neural activity and behavior. We are seeking a software engineer to work at the intersection of neurobiology and data science on a large-scale project to understand the role of dopamine in animal cognition and emotion. The role will involve working closely with neuroscience labs around the country to build pipelines for data sharing, establish common processing standards and data/metadata storage formats, and create a unified data access portal. The resulting platform will be a critical access point for neuroscience researchers around the world, and will contribute to a growing movement in the sciences toward data sharing and collaboration.
Responsibilities will include: Working closely with labs around the country to collate information on experimental protocols, analysis pipelines, and experimental data in a central database; Developing or adapting data/metadata standards to allow unified storage and access for protocols, pipelines, and data; Creating a web-based portal for easy access to protocols, pipelines, and data; Producing documentation and common standards that allow for continual expansion of the database, including the addition of more data/experiments or the inclusion of additional labs. We are seeking a software engineer to work at the intersection of neurobiology and data science on a large-scale project to understand the role of dopamine in animal cognition and emotion. The role will involve working closely with neuroscience labs around the country to build pipelines for data sharing, establish common processing standards and data/metadata storage formats, and create a unified data access portal. The resulting platform will be a critical access point for neuroscience researchers around the world, and will contribute to a growing movement in the sciences toward data sharing and collaboration.
Responsibilities will include: Working closely with labs around the country to collate information on experimental protocols, analysis pipelines, and experimental data in a central database; Developing or adapting data/metadata standards to allow unified storage and access for protocols, pipelines, and data; Creating a web-based portal for easy access to protocols, pipelines, and data; Producing documentation and common standards that allow for continual expansion of the database, including the addition of more data/experiments or the inclusion of additional labs. We are seeking a software engineer to work at the intersection of neurobiology and data science on a large-scale project to understand the role of dopamine in animal cognition and emotion. The role will involve working closely with neuroscience labs around the country to build pipelines for data sharing, establish common processing standards and data/metadata storage formats, and create a unified data access portal. The resulting platform will be a critical access point for neuroscience researchers around the world, and will contribute to a growing movement in the sciences toward data sharing and collaboration.
Typical Core Duties
- Function as subject matter expert to frame, scope, and lead multiple interdisciplinary projects using a collaborative approach
- Document detailed UX specifications
- Ensure work delivery, including accurate estimation, time management, & communication
- Advise, assist, and train clients at all levels
- Represent the university internally and externally
- Abide by and follow the Harvard University IT technical standards, policies and Code of Conduct
Basic Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years’ post-secondary education or relevant work experience
Additional Qualifications and Skills
- Proficiency in Python and javascript. Experience using version control (git) and data visualization libraries such as Jupyter, matplotlib, ggplot2, bokeh, seaborn, or another equivalent. Engineering background in a technical discipline such as computer science, statistics, math, or data science.
- Experience building GUI-based front ends for intuitive data exploration.
- Familiarity with Neurobiology data processing tools (preferred), excellent communication skills (will be working as part of a consortium of several labs)
Certificates and Licenses
- Completion of Harvard IT Academy specified foundational courses (or external equivalent) preferred
Working Conditions
- Work is performed in an office setting
Additional Information
This is a 12-month term appointment with the possibility of renewal contingent on funding.
We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace culture of faculty, staff, and students with diverse backgrounds, styles, abilities, and motivations. We appreciate and leverage the capabilities, insights, and ideas of all individuals. Harvard Medical School Mission and Community Values
Harvard University offers an outstanding benefits package including:
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We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace culture of faculty, staff, and students with diverse backgrounds, styles, abilities, and motivations. We appreciate and leverage the capabilities, insights, and ideas of all individuals. Harvard Medical School Mission and Community Values
Harvard University offers an outstanding benefits package including:
- Time Off: 3 - 4 weeks paid vacation, paid holiday break, 12 paid sick days, 12.5 paid holidays, and 3 paid personal days per year.
- Medical/Dental/Vision: We offer a variety of excellent medical plans, dental & vision plans, all coverage begins as of your start date.
- Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with full vesting after 3 years of service.
- Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive tuition assistance program, incredibly affordable classes directly at the Harvard Extension School, and discounted options through participating Harvard grad schools.
- Transportation: Harvard offers a 50% discounted MBTA pass as well as additional options to assist employees in their daily commute.
- Wellness options: Harvard offers programs and classes at little or no cost, including stress management, massages, nutrition, meditation, and complementary health services.
- Harvard access to athletic facilities, libraries, campus events, and many discounts throughout metro Boston.
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Job Function
Information Technology
Location
USA - MA - Boston
Job Code
I1658P IT User Experience Prof IV
Sub-Unit
-
Department
Neurobiology
Time Status
Full-time
Salary Grade
058
Union
00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary
Pre-Employment Screening
Identity
Schedule
35 hrs. per week | Monday - Friday | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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