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Job Description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Research Cyberinfrastructure Architect, UNLV Research [R0152139]

ROLE of the POSITION

The research cyberinfrastructure architect has a strong technical background in research computing and a passion for empowering new users of advanced cyberinfrastructure (CI). UNLV is an emerging R1, EPSCoR institution with a growing investment in expanding cyberinfrastructure. The position is part of a collaboration between UNLV IT and the Division of Research to leverage all opportunities in delivering cutting edge technology and supportive cyberinfrastructure services. As part of a growing team focused on delivering a wider range of solutions through collaboration with enterprise IT staff, faculty, students and regional and national research data and computing community, the research computing architect is collaborator who enjoys a key role in delivering high-performance computing (HPC) eco-systems with user-friendly solutions for data intensive research and teaching. The architect partners with campus stakeholders to architect and implement IT infrastructure services that sustain current research and prepare to support research and teaching of emerging technologies.

The position helps to develop and maintain systems, storage, networking and data architecture to support research, teaching, and workforce development. The role is designed for an individual who is looking to enjoy a more impactful role in building systems to accelerate research and transform data-intensive learning experiences. The position requires experience collaborating with IT teams in implementing research technologies that include high performance computing, research networks, cloud computing, and AI/ML technologies. Equally important is an inclusive and innovative outlook, towards lowering the barriers to gaining proficiency in advanced computing technologies and using advanced computing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architectural Leadership: Lead the design and development of HPC solutions, ensuring alignment with the university’s strategic objectives and research needs.
• Solution Design: Develop architectural blueprints and roadmaps for HPC systems, including hardware, software, and networking components.
• Collaboration: Work closely with researchers and UNLV IT teams to understand computational requirements and translate them into scalable and efficient HPC solutions.
• Technology Assessment: Evaluate emerging technologies and trends in HPC to inform strategic planning and decision-making.
• Governance and Standards: Establish and enforce architectural standards and best practices to ensure consistency and quality across HPC solutions.
• Documentation and Communication: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for HPC architectures and provide training and guidance to stakeholders.

Knowledge:

Required

• Knowledge of a variety of HPC systems (CPU, GPU, storage systems, file systems, networking, virtualization, job schedulers (Slurm) and scientific applications)
• Expert knowledge of database, filesystem, networking, server, operating system, and software concepts directly applicable to team science, internet-of-things, cloud architecture, cluster computing, and user management.
• Familiarity with facilitation techniques used to engage researchers from a variety of disciplines

Preferred

• Knowledge of containerization technologies (Kubernetes, Singularity, etc.)
• Knowledge of managing GPUs, MPI, InfiniBand, XDMod
• Knowledge of AI/ML Packages
• Understanding of at least two or more additional technologies listed (data structures related to research, data management plans, data-facing scientific instruments, data workflows, data staging and transfer systems, identity and access management, software utilized in research and cloud technologies)

Skills:

Required

• Experience in developing strategic plans and initiatives, gathering key performance and requirements, and achieving consensus among diverse and potentially competitive stakeholders.
• Experience leading the implementation of technically complex projects affecting many end-users across multiple disciplines and functional areas.
• Experience with Science and Research networks.
• Experience in software infrastructure design, deployment, and management.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) level understanding of OS (especially UNIX/Linux) systems administration.
• Experience managing high performance computing information technology systems and services through their full lifecycles in an academic or research agency environment.

Preferred

• Experience in design/deployment of data workflows, especially for team science across distributed computing systems and networks.
• Experience with successful technical grant writing for science or engineering research, technology R&D, and/or technology infrastructure.
• Experience in contributing to national research and data community through workgroups, best practice papers, presentations or organizing and hosting technology sessions in scientific and engineering conferences.
• Experience designing or implementing HPC workforce development programs

Abilities:

    Required

• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Ability to learn, deeply understand, and communicate the salient aspects of complex and novel research data system designs and architectures to peers in the University as well as scientific and engineering personnel.
• Ability to effectively lead, supervise, manage, and/or delegate to other staff whose subject matter expertise and technical areas of focus may not closely align with the Research Architect’s own strengths and experience.
• Ability to determine and effectively communicate strategic technology platform decisions in support of key research and science-based service missions and initiatives across the University and NSHE institutions. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate professionalism and collegiality.

    Preferred

• Be flexible and adaptable, which includes embracing new opportunities and unforeseen challenges.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and 5+ years of experience.  Credentials must be obtained prior to the employment start date.

Required:

• Experience working in a higher education or research-intensive setting 
• Demonstrated success in working with a research team supported federal and/or regional research grants 
• 5+ years of experience in HPC architecture or a related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated success developing plans in the areas of research computing, data, and cyberinfrastructure within an academic setting 
• Experience with designing and implementing HPC systems and solutions.
• Familiarity with parallel computing, distributed systems, and cloud integration.

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

SALARY

Salary range is $120,000 to $130,000. Unable to offer more than stated salary range

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

• Competitive total rewards package including:
  • Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
  • Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
  • Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS & PROGRAMS

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
• Support and resources available for veteran applicants — contact [email protected] or visit our Veterans Webpage.

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Materials should be addressed to Jonathan Hilpert, Search Committee Chair.

Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. UNLV values the skills of those who have served. Learn more at Veterans Webpage or contact [email protected] for support.

For assistance with the application process, please review instructions on How to Apply. For further assistance contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or [email protected].

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, “R0152139” in the search box.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

For more information, visit us on line at: http://www.unlv.edu

EEO/AA STATEMENT

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

TITLE IX STATEMENT

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Mail Stop 1062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Campus Services Building (CSB) Room 246, Telephone: (702) 895-4055; Email: [email protected], or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: [email protected]; or to both. 

Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.

SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.

JOB CATEGORY

Administrative Faculty

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Posting Close Date

07/31/2027

Note to Applicant

This position may require that a criminal background check 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.  

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Recruitments that provide a work schedule are subject to change based on organizational needs.