pag@hao.UUCP (Peter Gross) (12/12/85)
The High Altitude Observatory (HAO), located in Boulder CO, focuses its
research on solar-terrestrial physics -- the physics of the sun and its
influence on the earth. HAO is a division of the National Center for
Atmospheric Research (NCAR), which is operated under the sponsorship of
the National Science Foundation by the University Corporation for
Atmospheric Research (UCAR). The Computing Services Group of HAO
provides support of the research efforts of a staff of approximately 23
Ph.D. scientists and 45 support personnel. The hardware environment
of both HAO and NCAR includes: 2 Cray-1a's, IBM 4341, IBM 4381,
several Vaxes (both 4.2bsd and VMS), two Pyramid 90x, several
Unix super-micro's (Sun, Integrated Solutions, Masscomp, Apollo),
laser printers, and image processing color display hardware.
Systems are connected with Ethernet and/or Network Systems Corp.
Hyperchannel.
POSITION:
Manager, HAO Computing Services Group (#0450)
SALARY RANGE:
$39,936 - 59,904/year
DUTIES:
Proposes, recommends, monitors and implements policies relating
to the use of the HAO and NCAR computing facilities. Participates
in both HAO and NCAR advisory committees on computer related subjects.
Assumes lead responsibility for maintaining state-of-the-art systems
for HAO computing, including system design and participation in
specification and procurement of hardware. Participates in the
systems software specification and control, including detailed
planning, specification, program design and implementation for
multi-user software. Participates in the generation of and monitors
the budget for the group. Assesses the projected needs and capabil-
ities for the HAO computational system and recommends operating guide-
lines and controls regarding its use. Participates in the planning
and establishment of procedures and maintenance schedules for
the HAO computing machines and their associated peripherals; over-
sees the implementation of the maintenance plan. Defines, develops
and implements the requirements for documentation of the HAO system;
reviews, adds to and/or modifies the documentation. Establishes,
implements and/or recommends internal or external training programs
for personnel in computational skills. Assigns applications program-
mers to specific scientific support tasks with the guidance of the
Director's Advisory Committee; monitors, modifies and supervises
the performance of those assignments. Supervises employees in
ways consistent with UCAR policies and with its equal employment
opportunity and affirmative action programs, including selection,
training, career development, work assignments, discipline, termination,
performance reviews and salary actions. Works with scientific
staff and visitors on scientific problems, including the definition,
design and implementation of systems, image processing or applications
programs. Serves as a consultant to the scientific staff on a
wide range of computing problems.
REQUIRES:
-- B.S. in computer science, physics, astrophysics or related discipline
or equivalent combination of education and experience.
-- Demonstrated skill in supervising personnel.
-- Demonstrated skill in effective written and oral communication.
-- Demonstrated skill in systems, image processing or applications
programming, with the latter relevant to problems in physics or
astronomy.
-- Skill in communicating effectively with scientific staff, both
with regard to computing services and scientific analysis.
-- Skill in long range planning and budgeting.
ALSO DESIRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED:
-- Knowledge of large computing systems and their interfaces.
-- Knowledge of DEC PDP-11/70 and Vax-class machines.
-- Working knowledge of the UNIX operating system.
Interested applicants should contact:
Mike McGrath
HAO/NCAR
P.O. Box 3000
Boulder CO 80307
(303)-497-1503
{seismo,hplabs}!hao!mcgrath
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--peter gross
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CSNET: pag@ncar.csnet
ARPA: pag%ncar@csnet-relay.arpapag@hao.UUCP (Peter Gross) (12/21/85)
> POSITION: > Manager, HAO Computing Services Group (#0450) Due to repercussions of the recently passed Gramm-Rudman bill, NCAR has declared a hiring freeze, effective immediately. This job, therefore, can no longer be offered. Apologies to all who have responded. -- --peter gross UUCP: {hplabs,seismo}!hao!pag CSNET: pag@ncar.csnet ARPA: pag%ncar@csnet-relay.arpa