Research Computing Consultant III

Position Details

Position Information

Posting date
04/17/2025

Closing date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Position Number
1129290

Position Title
Research Computing Consultant III

Hiring Range Minimum
$91,300

Hiring Range Maximum
$114,200

Union Type
Not a Union Position

SEIU Level
Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status
Exempt

Employment Category
Regular Full Time w/end date

Scheduled Months per Year
12

Scheduled Hours per Week
40

Schedule

M-F, 8a-5p

Location of Position

Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility?
Hybrid

Is this a term position?
Yes

If yes, length of term in months.
36

Is this a grant funded position?
No

Position Purpose

The Research Computing Consultant III (RCCIII) serves as a bridge between high-performance computing, data science, and education. This role provides computational expertise to support interdisciplinary research while training the next generation of biomedical data scientists. The RCCIII leverages expertise in computational workflows, statistical modeling, and advanced computing techniques to develop solutions for researchers. Additionally, the role involves mentoring and graduate-level teaching in biomedical data science.

The RCCIII reports to the Director of Research Computing, with a secondary reporting line to the Assistant Dean, Health Sciences Master's Programs.

Description

Research Computing Consultant III (RCCIII-QBS)
Dartmouth College - Information, Technology & Consulting (ITC) & Health Sciences Master's Programs

Dartmouth College invites applications for the position of Research Computing Consultant III (RCCIII-QBS), a unique opportunity to engage in both cutting-edge research computing and graduate-level teaching. This role is a collaboration between Dartmouth's Research Computing team (ITC) and the Health Sciences Master's Programs, providing the opportunity to support computational research while mentoring and teaching future biomedical data scientists.

About the Role

The Research Computing Consultant III will:

• Partner with faculty and researchers to develop scalable high-performance computing (HPC) and data science solutions for interdisciplinary research.
• Design and implement computational workflows, statistical models, and machine learning applications to support biomedical and data-driven research.
• Teach and mentor graduate students in courses focused on biomedical data science, statistics, and computational methodologies.
• Develop and optimize research computing strategies, including cloud-based analytics, data security, and advanced visualization techniques.
• Lead training initiatives and outreach, supporting faculty and student researchers in leveraging computational resources effectively.

This position offers a rare combination of technical leadership in research computing and direct engagement in graduate education, making it ideal for professionals who are passionate about both fields.

Why Join Dartmouth?

• Engage in both research and teaching, shaping the future of computational science while supporting faculty and students.
• Collaborate with leading researchers and educators, contributing to innovative projects at the intersection of computing and biomedical science.
• Access state-of-the-art computing infrastructure, including HPC and cloud-based platforms, to drive research excellence.
• Work in a dynamic, interdisciplinary environment that values both applied research and education.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in a STEM discipline, data science, or a related field.
• Experience in computational research, data science, or high-performance computing.
• Demonstrated success in graduate-level teaching, curriculum development, and mentoring.
• Expertise in scientific programming, statistical modeling, and computational workflows.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to engage with diverse academic and research audiences.

Apply Today

Dartmouth College seeks a computational expert and educator who thrives at the intersection of research and teaching. If you are passionate about applying advanced computing to real-world research challenges while mentoring the next generation of data scientists, we encourage you to apply.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
Master's degree

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Master's or Ph.D. in a STEM discipline, data science, or a related field.
• Experience in computational research, data science, or high-performance computing, preferably in an academic or research setting.
• Proven experience in graduate-level teaching, mentoring, and curriculum development.
• Expertise in scientific programming and computational modeling.
• Strong communication skills for engaging diverse research and academic audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience integrating research computing solutions into educational settings.
• 2-year in-person teaching experience
• Track record of research publications, grant funding, and interdisciplinary collaborations.
• Expertise in cloud computing, AI/ML applications, and advanced informatics tools.
• Knowledge of high-performance computing environments and data-driven research methodologies.
• Experience with grant writing and proposal development.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Jonathan Kulp

Department Contact Phone Number
603.646.6110

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Christian Darabos

Department Contact's Phone Number
603.646.9053

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Not an essential function

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is a 36-month term position.

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Additional Instructions

Quick Link
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/78429

Key Accountabilities

Description

Research Computing (0.70 FTE)

Strategic Leadership in Research Computing (35%)

• Partners with faculty to assess computational needs and develop scalable solutions.
• Defines and advances strategic research computing initiatives, integrating emerging technologies.
• Communicates technical strategies effectively to researchers, administrators, and stakeholders.
• Supports grant-writing efforts by providing expertise in computational methodologies and infrastructure planning.

Percentage Of Time
35

Description

Advanced Engineering and Data Solutions (20%)

• Develops and optimizes HPC and cloud-based methodologies to support computational research.
• Designs and implements data analytics pipelines using statistical and machine learning techniques.
• Ensures data integrity, security, and performance for large-scale research datasets.
• Builds, documents, and maintains software tools for data visualization, automation, and workflow efficiency.

Percentage Of Time
20

Description

Outreach, Training, and Engagement (10%)

• Leads advanced training initiatives through workshops and lab-based sessions.
• Represents Research Computing at national and international conferences, fostering institutional visibility and partnerships.

Percentage Of Time
10

Description

Professional Development (5%)

• Stays current with emerging research computing methodologies, integrating new technologies into practice.
• Promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in computational research.
• Engages in professional development through research working groups, scholarly publications, and collaboration with the Research Informatics team.

Percentage Of Time
5

Description

Other Duties as Assigned (5%)

• Performs additional responsibilities as needed in alignment with institutional goals.

Percentage Of Time
5

Description

Teaching Assignment (0.30 FTE) - Master of Public Health at Dartmouth or Health Sciences Education

Graduate-Level Teaching and Curriculum Development (30%)

• Develops and delivers graduate-level coursework in biomedical data science, focusing on computational skills, statistical modeling, and reproducible research.
• Designs and refines curricula, assessments, and project-based learning activities.
• Leads instruction in QBS courses such as Statistics, Data Wrangling and Programming Bootcamp, while mentoring graduate students.
• Collaborates with faculty to enhance interdisciplinary coursework and integrate advanced computational methodologies.
• Participates in departmental meetings, program development, and student support initiatives.

Percentage Of Time
30

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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

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Performs other duties as assigned.