Software Developer, Web Site and User Interface

Job Description

The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for a Software Developer or a Senior Software Developer for the Nevada Seismological Laboratory Website (NSL) for its website user interface. This is a full-time, non-tenured, administrative position and reports to the Manager of the Nevada Seismological Laboratory's Data Center Manager. The main responsibilities of this position are to build, maintain, and improve new and existing websites for projects and systems at NSL. These sites include information portals, dashboards, and command-control tools for both the public and internal use of the lab. The incumbent will work with lab and external teams to coordinate access to data and control systems from various APls to create vital user interfaces for lab personnel, third-party collaborators, and the general public. This involves working with existing website tools, as well as building new web Uls from scratch to meet custom specifications. Secondarily, this position will collaborate with colleagues to provide assistance in other technical areas of lab operations, including data acquisition systems, systems administration, systems analysis, and networking.

Required Qualifications

Software Developer, Comp Grade B:

A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree and two (2) years of related work experience or Master's degree and one (1) year of related work experience.

Related Experience - programming and scripting, reading and writing time-series data to/from a relational database & parsing of log or other data files to extract needed information.

Senior Software Developer, Comp Grade C:

A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree and four (4) years of related professional work experience or Master's degree in two (2) years of related professional work experience.

Related Experience - Proficiency programming/scripting to perform: Reading and writing time-series data to/from a relational database & parsing of log or other data files to extract needed information

Certification and Licensure:

NV driver's license

US citizen

Schedule or Travel Requirements:

The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; this is subject to change based on organizational needs.

Occasional travel may be required



Preferred Experience
Proficiency building data-driven websites
Proficiency with HTML/CSS/Javascript
Proficiency with Javascript mapping and visualization libraries

Compensation Grade

Software Developer -- B

Senior Software Developer -- C

Total Compensation

The total compensation package includes a negotiable competitive salary, moving allowance (if applicable), a rich retirement plan, health insurance options that include dental and vision, life insurance, long-term disability, along with many other benefits. Additionally, there is a grant-in-aid educational benefit for faculty and dependents. For more information, please visit: UNR Benefits

Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program

The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples' professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada. Dual Career Program

Department Information

The Nevada Seismological Laboratory is a research division within the College of Science at the University of Nevada, Reno. The Laboratory has overall responsibility for instrumental studies of earthquakes in the Nevada region. The laboratory operates a statewide network of seismographic stations and investigates the sizes, frequencies of occurrence, and distribution of earthquakes in the region, and other problems related to seismic risk in Nevada.The Laboratory disseminates seismic information to the public and regularly publishes research results. It serves as a data repository and a resource for the public on matters related to earthquake activity and earthquake risks in Nevada and adjoining states. The laboratory also handles grant- and contract-supported research on seismic problems of national and international importance, and interacts closely with the University of Nevada Reno Department of Geological Sciences and Engineering to prepare well-educated professionals for careers in seismology.

Department Contacts

Gabe Plank – gabe@seismo.unr.edu 775-784-7039

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Attach the following attachments to your application

1) Resume/CV

2) Cover Letter

3) Contact Information for Three Professional References

4) Please write a brief statement (one page maximum) about how you would contribute toward our mission of creating a culturally inclusive environment in the role for which you are applying.

Posting Close Time

This posting will close at 12:00 am on the date listed below. The posting will no longer be available to apply to after 11:59 pm the day prior.

Posting Close Date

10/28/2019

Note to Applicant

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member's first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:
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