https://careers.nspe.org Latest NSPE Job Board Jobs Tue, 06 Jul 2021 06:01:32 Z https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14967266/director-of-the-human-performance-laboratory https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14967266/director-of-the-human-performance-laboratory North Chicago, Illinois, Position Summary The Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine’s Center for Lower Extremity Ambulatory Research (CLEAR) at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in North Chicago is seeking to hire a director for its Human Performance Laboratory as part of a 12 month, open-ranked tenure-track position. Founded in 2004, CLEAR serves as one of the nation’s most productive and well-known interdisciplinary podiatric research centers as evidenced by its exemplary publication record in diverse journals and a history of industry and federally funded projects from agencies including the National Institutes of Health, the Department of Defense, and the American Diabetes Association. Ongoing research efforts within CLEAR are focused on: biomechanics of locomotion; material testing; fall-risk assessment; diabetic wound healing; fall-prevention and promoting mobility across populations including older adults, patients with diabetes, patients with traumatic brain injury, patients with obesity, and patients with lower extremity amputation. The successful candidate must be able to synergistically contribute to these efforts. The Human Performance Laboratory is a state-of-the-art 1800 sq ft facility equipped to support the majority of research within CLEAR. The lab houses a 14 camera VICON system, 5 Kistler force plates, a Motek C-Mill treadmill, Biodex, Instron 8511 material testing system, Gaitrite, Pedar, Emed, Tekscan pressure sensing systems, and portable calorimetry system. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated a program of extramurally funded research, or a strong potential for funding as evidenced by refereed publication history and grant submission history. We encourage applications from candidates conducting basic and applied research that focuses on one or more of the following:  The effects of aging or diabetes on motor control, preferably as it relates to locomotion, with an emphasis on EMG analyses including muscle synergies and motor modules. Development and implementation of clinical trials to evaluate novel exercise-based interventions for improving mobility. The effects of cognition and/or psychosocial factors on movement. Foot biomechanics and/or the design and development of orthotics. Quantifying brain activity during planning and execution of movement using techniques such as fNIRS and EEG. Candidates that employ methods that relate to the following areas: forward dynamic modeling, neurophysiology, virtual reality and exer-gaming, smart technology embedded system design, injury mechanics, or human device interface are also encouraged to apply.  Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, Diversity Statement and a Statement of Research Interests.   Who We Are Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science encourages industry partnerships through its’ newly opened 100,000 square foot Innovation and Research Park as well as interdisciplinary research across the University’s five Schools and Colleges. Candidates are expected to have an interest in collaborating within interprofessional teams including podiatrists, psychologists, physical therapists, or other health professionals. The University is situated on a spacious suburban campus next to Lake Michigan with easy access to Chicago, Evanston, and Milwaukee, as well as a rural countryside with an extensive forest district and bike trails. The University is located next to the Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center, a partnership between the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense, which offers additional opportunities to collaborate with interdisciplinary medical professionals and potential access to patient populations.  The University encourages applications from individuals belonging to groups underrepresented in their field and those that can add new and valuable perspectives to the academic environment. We are also particularly interested in applicants with a commitment to mentoring and to increasing diversity in the fields of podiatric medicine, science and related health professions. All full-time faculty members employed by RFUMS are expected to engage in activities that are considered core to their primary role as a faculty member. These activities may include teaching, scholarly activity, and service.   Essential Duties & Responsibilities Candidates will devote a majority of their efforts toward independent scholarly research, but will also be expected to provide some classroom education. All full-time faculty members employed by RFUMS are expected to engage in activities that are considered core to their primary role as a faculty member. These activities may include teaching, scholarly activity, and service. Teaching responsibilities vary and may include: Direct instruction Curriculum management Assessment Advising and mentoring for students Scholarly activities vary and may include: Original scholarship Grant procurement Research mentoring Service activities vary and may include internal and external contributions through: Committees Contributions to the profession Recruitment Direct patient care Scholarly activities and/or clinical activities are negotiated and determined at the department level and are primarily based upon the faculty track. Required Education & Experience Ph.D. in science discipline, or a terminal doctoral degree in the health professions  A minimum of 3 years research experience following terminal degree Experience in running and maintaining equipment similar to that in the Human Performance Laboratory Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong organizational skills and problem-solving ability Ability to work collaboratively with clinical and basic science faculty   Typical Physical Demands & Working Conditions The selected candidate must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. The individual must be able to participate in minimal lifting, bending, standing and walking. The typical working conditions are climate controlled environments such as an office, large classroom, small group, and interpersonal interactions with research participants, students, faculty, and staff.   EOE, Including Disability/Vets Thu, 10 Jun 2021 18:14:25 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14996847/senior-analyst-capital-programs https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14996847/senior-analyst-capital-programs Chicago, Illinois, The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA), located in downtown Chicago, is currently accepting applications to fill the Senior Analyst, Capital Program position. As the oversight agency for the three transit Service Boards that provide two million daily rides throughout the six-county region, the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) believes successful communications are essential to build and sustain support for public transportation. Under the general direction of Manager, Capital Programs, the incumbent is responsible for reviewing and approving third-party contracts and procurement processes and practices; the coordination of capital programming initiatives; administration of the Five-Year Capital Program; and capital grant issuance and administration. Prepares reports and presentations for RTA Board of Directors, senior management and staff; participates in the development of departmental objectives, policies and procedures; and interacts with counterparts at the Service Boards, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), local and regional governments and planning bodies, and other public transportation related entities.Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 1. Assists in financial oversight of the State of Illinois Bond Programs and PAYGO funding administration including project development, funding coordination, grants issuance, requisition processing, preparation of quarterly project status reports to IDOT and cash flow projections. Responsible for review, analysis and recommendation of concurrence requests from the Service Boards, conformance with the RTA/IDOT Project Management Guidelines and FTA Best Procurement Practices manual, project budgets, capital program and grants. Coordinates the concurrence approval process and information sharing with IDOT and Project Management Oversight Consultant (PMOC), communicates the results of concurrence reviews and resolves issues with the Service Boards. Works with the RTA Audit Department on risk assessment of capital projects and provides necessary information for audits, works on resolving audit findings and improvement to processes to ensure the RTA and the Service Boards comply with all established requirements for management and oversight of state capital funding. 2. Assists in development of the Five-Year Capital Program and its annual elements. Supports preparation of multi-year funding projections, reviews Capital Program for conformance with the RTA Regional strategic plan, asset condition assessment, and RTA capital performance-based allocation approach. Assists in determining the split of federal funding apportionments between Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana and in preparation of interstate funding agreements for execution; assists in preparing funding allocation memos to the Regional Administrator of FTA. If needed, interacts with the FTA, IDOT, Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP), RTA and Service Boards to ensure timely preparation of Capital Program funding amounts and the RTA and Service Board Capital Programs and program amendments. 3. Assists in managing the RTA Innovation, Coordination and Enhancement (ICE) Program, including preparation of all grant agreements/amendments, reviews budget revisions and scope amendments for ICE projects. Participates in ICE project evaluation process as part of annual business call for projects. 4. Assists in review and processing of Capital Grant reimbursement requests of the Services Boards using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, monitors capital expenditures, assist in preparation of quarterly reports analyzing expenditures and capital projects completion status. Prepares reimbursement requests to IDOT and monitors cash receipts. Assists in preparation of monthly Grant Requisition Reports (summary and detail) and reconciles the differences with the RTA Controller Division, Service Boards and auditors. 5. Maintains accuracy of capital project records in the RTA ERP system. Identifies improvements, both internal and external, that are necessary to manage RTA Capital Program records efficiently. Provides training to others on how to use ERP system and maintain integrity of the data. 6. Proposes, directs and/or supports special studies and projects to implement the objectives of the Division, Department and the Authority. Assists in the development and implementation of the Division’s Annual Work Plan and monitors the plan for performance. Knowledge, skills, and abilities equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business, Operations Analysis, Audit, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Urban Planning, related field, or equivalent work experience. Advanced degree preferred.A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible procurement processes and practices, project management and program implementation experience in a public or private concern, including negotiations and consensus building experience in a project team environment, and a strong emphasis on data analysis, capital budgeting, and communication skills. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products, quantitative skills including database and spreadsheet application development, and Enterprise Resource Planning systems experience necessary. The RTA offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. The RTA reimburses for travel at the federal rate for mileage reimbursement.Relocation is not available.For more information about the RTA, visit our website at  www.rtachicago.com .   Salary Mid-Point: $78,093 Salary Range: $62,474 to $93,711   Candidates can expect salary offers that range from the minimum to the mid-point of the salary range. RTA provides full pay ranges so candidates can consider their growth potential.   Please submit a cover letter and resume to: Regional Transportation Authority Human Resources, Attn: 21-SACP 175 W. Jackson, Suite 1650 Chicago, IL 60604     To apply on-line : create an account by selecting "apply" or “login and register. “   An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer   ****We are currently working remotely, subject to change at any time. **** Thu, 17 Jun 2021 11:52:44 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/15016935/chief-financial-officer-metra-commuter-rail-system-chicago-il https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/15016935/chief-financial-officer-metra-commuter-rail-system-chicago-il Chicago, Illinois, Chicago, IL Metra is a nationally recognized commuter rail system serving the City of Chicago and surrounding suburbs. The system operates 242 stations on 11 rail lines and is the fourth busiest commuter rail system in the United States. In 2019, Metra had more than 74 million passenger trips and its 2021 operating and capital budget is $1.87 billion.  Metra is seeking a skilled, experienced financial professional to serve as its next CFO.  Reporting directly to the CEO/Executive Director, this position provides executive leadership over all accounting, finance, budget operations, contract management, and special projects. The CFO provides executive level leadership over the Accounting, Budget Management, Analysis and Contracts, Treasury and Grants Management Divisions. The CFO has five direct reports and 119 indirect reports. All positions are full-time. The CFO directs the development and administration of all financial operations and the Purchase of Service contracts, ensuring these functions perform efficiently and effectively. The CFO regularly presents financial reports to the Metra Board and must be adept at public oral presentations to board members, other governmental agencies, and various stakeholders. Metra is a large, complex organization consisting of more than 2,800 employees of which approximately 2,200 are represented by 17 collective bargaining agreements in 14 unions. Metra has a diverse workforce and is committed to diversity and inclusion at all levels of the organization. Like many agencies, Metra also has an aging workforce, with 21% of its workforce eligible to retire by 2023. The CFO will lead innovation, identify key performance indicators, track performance, and recommend changes to ensure continuous improvement in the areas under the CFO’s direction. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field. A master’s degree is preferred. In addition, candidates will ideally possess 15 years managerial experience in financial operations in transit, local government, or related industry. Successful candidates will demonstrate innovative and creative problem-solving skills that include incorporating data and relevant metrics into decision making processes. Collaborative leadership skills with the ability to develop and maintain productive relationships both internally and externally are a must. Starting salary range is $200,000 - $215,000 +/- depending on qualifications and experience. Metra offers an excellent benefits package including pensions, and 401k/457 deferred compensation options. Residency in the City of Chicago is not required. Position is open until filled with first review of resumes on June 30, 2021. Submit resume, cover letter, and contact information for five professional references to www.GovHRjobs.com to the attention of Heidi Voorhees, President, and Maureen Barry, Senior Vice President, GovHR USA, 630 Dundee Road #225, Northbrook, IL 60062. Tel: 847-380-3240. Metra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tue, 22 Jun 2021 17:33:39 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14971498/public-works-director https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14971498/public-works-director Homer Glen , Illinois, Job Summary: The Village of Homer Glen Public Works Department is supported by 29 FTE and oversees an annual operating budget of approximately $4 million.  This position reports directly to the Village Manager and is the leader of the village’s largest department. The department oversees the village’s road programs, right-of-way maintenance and snow plowing, storm water management, fleet maintenance, all village facilities and the village’s parks system.   The Director must demonstrate positive and humble leadership skills and the ability to motivate and develop leaders within the department. The Director must not only demonstrate exceptional customer service to the community but must instill exceptional customer service as part of the departmental culture. The Director must be versatile, with the capacity to manage and motivate a multigenerational and multidisciplinary workforce towards accomplishing both the department’s goals and the overall village goals. The Director must possess solid knowledge and extensive experience in the fields of engineering, utilities, parks, forestry, fleet management, and overall municipal management.   The Director is responsible for overseeing multiple operations, protecting the village’s infrastructure and equipment and forecasting future needs for capital projects.  The Director must be able to multi-task, prioritize and complete competing tasks and projects. The Director must be comfortable in a public setting and interacting with elected officials, other governmental entities, staff and citizens.   Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Oversees the daily and efficient operations of the department. Establishes and completes both short and long term goals and priorities of the department and the Village, overall. Directs and coordinates the activities of departmental staff and consultants. Supervises key managerial staff, including adhering to all human resource policies and procedures. Prepares and monitors the department’s annual budget. Assist with the development of the Village’s Capital budget. Evaluates, formulates and prescribes work methods and procedures to be followed by Department. Confers with and advises staff on difficult work problems, the development and installation of new work procedures and policies, and methods of coordinating services. Plans for the best use of staff and equipment on Emergency Operation shifts and regular schedules. Participates and attends professional association meetings and regional work groups. Performs public relations work promoting department & Village services. Attends Village board meetings, committee meetings, staff meetings and other public meetings, as needed. Keeps informed of current developments in the field of public works, to ensure the most efficient and effective departmental operations. Works with Human Resources department to provide for the adequate training of all department personnel. Assigns personnel and equipment to such duties and uses as department operations require. Receives and responds to complaints concerning department operations and employees. Serves as project manager for capital projects. Initiates studies and recommendations regarding the development, design, construction, and maintenance of municipal public work projects in the Village. Directs and reviews the development, design, construction, and maintenance of municipal projects, parks, and installations. Approves and coordinates Federal and State projects related to municipal public works programs and capital projects. Develops, reviews and approves plans and specifications for public improvements. Resolves citizens complaints concerning departmental operations and village projects. Assumes additional responsibilities and performs other duties as assigned. A minimum of 7 years of progressive managerial and leadership experience in methods and practices of public works, parks, street maintenance and repair, municipal operations, public utilities, and civil engineering. Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, public administration or a related field. Valid State of Illinois CDL License is required.  A demonstrated, comprehensive and broad knowledge of modern principles and practices in the fields of municipal management, project management, civil engineering, parks, traffic engineering, utilities, and streets fields.  Master’s Degree in related field preferred  An Illinois license as a Registered Professional Engineer. Process Improvement Training and/or Lean Six Sigma Certification. Comprehensive Benefits Package Fri, 11 Jun 2021 13:25:28 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14797895/qa-manager https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14797895/qa-manager Belvidere, Illinois, SUMMARY OF FUNCTION: Responsible for ensuring that all products manufactured are in accordance with the company's quality assurance program, and quality and reliability standards satisfy customer specifications and expectations. Serve as the final decisionmaker over the shipment of products. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for the development, implementation and strict adherence to a quality assurance program. Develops and/or reviews standards, policies and procedures for all functions and departments involved with or related to the production of all products.  Accountable for the inspection of incoming raw materials and reports the quantity of accepted materials to Business Development & Operations Department. Administers QA documentation system: developing and updating forms, checklists, database, and training of personnel. Trains, develops, and supervises the quality inspectors and other production staff to perform all necessary quality inspections of in-process and finished products. Reviews and resolves quality control problems and concerns with the General Manager of Operations and others including vendors, customers, quality control personnel and any personnel related to production. Coordinates and assists with vendor inspections. Inspects and investigates customer returns and initiates corrective action. Reviews complaint trends and product/component failure analysis; assist with the review of corrective actions with. Prepares reports and other documentation required by regulatory agencies and to support the quality assurance function. Administers the rework process by inspecting and determining whether the rejected product can be reworked sufficiently to meet customer requirement. Ensures all testing and measuring equipment are calibrated to specification and are in working order. Schedules and performs quality assurance audits and reports findings to the EVP & COO, General Manager of Operations, and General Manager of Business Development & Operations. Takes the lead in the company’s ISO certification and audits. Follows all company polices and safety polices. EDUCATIONAL OR SKILL REQUIREMENTS: A college degree is required with a major in engineering or a technical field preferred. At least 8 years of experience in manufacturing setting.  Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in Quality Assurance function. Familiarity with ISO procedures, especially 9001 and 14001. Familiarity with testing and measuring tools that are common in the metal fabrication industry. Familiarity with welding and metal fabrication process. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, to store, track, and analyze QA data. Experience with utilizing the Internet, web browsing, and on-line tools to conduct business research.  Familiarity with cloud-based productivity and project management applications (e.g., Office365). Strong project management skills. Ability to coach and develop people effectively. Key competencies: Very high ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to anticipate the future and organize tasks efficiently and effectively. Analytical mind that goes beyond the quality issue on hand and explores the cause and whether the instance is a one-off situation or a trend. Ability to tailor his or her communication style to each individual and situation so that a positive outcome will be achieved. Ability to cope with stressful situation in a healthy manner, and channel the stress into opportunities to learn and improve. A strong orientation towards learning new ways and tools that improves the company’s ability to produce quality products. A habit of taking initiative to look for opportunities and resolve issues. A strong orientation towards teamwork; acts fast to provide and accept help. Narita is a leading manufacturer of critical parts for the passenger rail car industry. In North America, we are currently supplying critical components to the next generation rail cars for major metropolitan transit agencies, and we have 5 more years worth of business on our books. Mon, 10 May 2021 16:30:54 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14920868/chemist-ii https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14920868/chemist-ii Rosemont, Illinois, This role as a Chemist II will be working in the Analytical lab testing water samples sent in by the Culligan Dealer Network.  This position will perform non-routine analysis and developing methods for the detection of contaminants in water. Bachelor’s Degree in physical or life scientific At least 5+ years’ experience in a certified laboratory setting Experience in ICP and IC is a must Familiarity with GC-MS is a plus Please email resume to maria.mozdzen@culligan.com Tue, 01 Jun 2021 11:29:12 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/15012626/director-quality-compliance https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/15012626/director-quality-compliance Wheeling, Illinois, If you are ready to join a team where your work is challenging and meaningful; where your career and skills are developed and expanded; AND where you truly make an  impact   on  both  an organization and products…then EdgeOne Medical is looking for  YOU! To help us achieve our mission EdgeOne Medical is seeking a Quality Assurance leader to join our growing team.  The ideal candidate is self-driven, organized, motivated by challenges, and effective at communicating across the organization. Key Responsibilities: Maintaining Quality Management System compliance with applicable. standards and regulations aligned with needs of a service-based organization. Monitoring and improving the Quality Management System, and reporting on its effectiveness. Managing and developing a Quality Assurance team. Leading internal and external audits, quality system certifications/accreditations and facility registrations. Managing quality system activities including, but not limited to CAPA, Training, Document and Change Control, and Supplier Quality. Manage process and activities related to receipt, shipment and destruction of inventory including test articles, manufacturing materials, and laboratory supplies. Coordination with Engineering Services team for equipment qualification, calibration, and maintenance. EHS management of the facility, including laboratory and warehouse. Requirements Bachelor or advanced degree in Engineering or Life Science.  Expert knowledge and interpretation of ISO 13485:2016 and 21CFR820  Experience managing and improving quality system operations in a service based organization.  Experience in identification and implementation of process improvement, as well as identification of process indicators.  Strong knowledge of GDP, GLP and GMP  Familiarity with ISO 17025, Medical Device Regulation 2017/745 and MDSAP  Strong communication skills and well-organized.  Minimum of 10 years of experience demonstrating knowledge of a wide range of Quality Systems activities with at least 5 years specifically in medical device quality systems. Principals only; unsolicited candidate submissions from recruiters or third-party agencies will be considered free referrals. Mon, 21 Jun 2021 15:39:56 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/15012891/product-development-technologist-industrial-applications https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/15012891/product-development-technologist-industrial-applications Bedford Park, Illinois, Ingredion is hiring a Product Development Technologist who will be responsible for providing formulation expertise to external and internal customers for a broad range of Industrial applications. They will work with both product prototypes and the existing portfolio to find solutions that will work in our customer’s applications and make adjustments to formulations and/or products as necessary.  The Principal Technologist will also provide technical support to our customers and be responsible for publishing both product technical and marketing materials to meet business needs.   As a Product Development Technologist, Industrial Applications your responsibilities will include: Supporting new product development and proving out product portfolio’s functionality in customer applications and targeted markets and making adjustments/recommendations as necessary.  Evaluating current product offerings compared to required functionality in targeted markets and making recommendations for either new product development or complete existing product modification. Gaining customer insights from the Sales and Technical Services teams on new technologies of interest and working closely with the New Product Development and go-to-market teams on commercializing those products. Supporting research and new product development activities. Performing assignments involving complex laboratory procedures with minimal supervision. Independently carrying out assignments, constantly reviewing data for accuracy and interpreting and communicating results effectively to project teams. Planning and carrying out laboratory & pilot plant experiments and organizing appropriate data and maintaining findings in electronic lab notebooks. Developing and maintaining a strong working knowledge of Ingredion’s products and customers. Collaborating closely with our Sales, Product Development, and Technical Services teams to deliver new business. Creating new product technical documentation in support of commercialization. Providing technical expertise and support to customers and our internal go-to-market teams on a broad range of product technologies and applications. Collaborating with customers, peers and managers both within and external to the Industrial team. Qualified candidates will have: BS degree in technical discipline with 5 + years’ experience in a Product Development, Technical Service, Sales, and/or Manufacturing role required.  Synthetic polymer background preferred. Demonstrated experience of creative, hands-on concept development using laboratory and/or pilot plant equipment. Strong project management skills and experience to execute work and deliver projects on time. Understands how project plans and priorities are set and resourced. Strong collaboration skills, ability to leverage networks both internally and externally. Familiarity with experimental design, statistical data analysis and results interpretation. Excellent interpersonal communication, collaboration, and technical skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to analyze results and prepare findings in technical summary reports. Construct moderately complex data tables and graphs. Ability to travel approximately 10% of time. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.    Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.  Mon, 21 Jun 2021 20:29:17 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14971433/engineer-1-analyst https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14971433/engineer-1-analyst Niles, Illinois, Position Purpose: The Engineering Analyst 1 reports to Engineering Leadership and whose focus is performing routine analysis functions which require the application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out a sequence of engineering analysis tasks. This position requires a moderate to high level of supervision; most work is still reviewed by a more senior engineer. In addition, this level has limited contact with Customers and Suppliers.   Essential Functions: Works assigned tasks to meet schedule and may coordinate details with other departments. Perform analysis of basic components with guidance. Performs basic analysis using established methods. Recognizes problems which are beyond capabilities and is learning from the experts in the area. Learns from more senior analysts and engineers. Participates in peer and design reviews. Assists with the development of department and organization procedures. Interacts with internal departments to identify and mitigate design risks associated with their analysis discipline. Creates analysis models, to support robust and reliable designs. Writes internal reports and presentations. May author content for customers when directly reviewed by a more senior Analyst or Engineer. May perform basic documentation, investigation, research, data reduction tasks to support more senior analysts and engineers. Supports failure investigations. Other Functions:     RELIABILITY ANALYST: Perform reliability analysis and predictions of moderately complex components, subsystems and software in accordance with MIL-STD-785, or similar. May perform maintainability analysis and predictions of moderately complex components and subsystems in accordance with MIL-HDBK-472, or similar. Collect and organize product failure data from multiple sources. Perform safety analysis in support of product development of moderately complex components and subsystems in accordance with MIL-STD-882, or similar. Support test readiness reviews. Materials and Equipment Used: PC and related equipment.   Qualifications - External Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Basic ability to understand and interpret government, industry and Woodward technical standards including quality system standards and PLC process. Basic understanding of component function and testing. Learn to interpret engineering data and drawings pertinent to focus role area. Basic use of DFSS tools and methodologies; Basic knowledge of engineering quality systems (PLC, engineering change, configuration management). Effective time management skills. Effective written/verbal communication skills, basic presentation skills; learning technical writing skills (procedures, reports, etc.) Ability to operate in the project team environment. Basic use and understanding of computer aided engineering tools for reliability and maintainability prediction; fault tree analysis, failure modes and effects analysis. Education or Formal Training: Bachelor's degree in a Technical/Science or International equivalent required. Experience Required: No professional experience required. Internship in related industry desired.       Woodward is an independent designer, manufacturer, and service provider of control solutions for the aerospace and energy markets. Our aerospace systems and components optimize the performance of fixed wing and rotorcraft platforms in commercial, business and military aircraft, ground vehicles and other equipment. Our energy-related systems and components enhance the performance of industrial gas and steam turbines, reciprocating engines, compressors, wind turbines, electrical grids and other energy-related industrial equipment. The company’s innovative fluid energy, combustion control, electrical energy, and motion control systems help customers offer cleaner, more reliable and more efficient equipment. Our customers include leading original equipment manufacturers and end users of their products.   Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer EO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veterans Fri, 11 Jun 2021 12:53:51 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14950319/molecular-physiology-of-stomata-photosynthesis-and-wue https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14950319/molecular-physiology-of-stomata-photosynthesis-and-wue Urbana , Illinois, The Leakey group at the University of Illinois ( http://lab.igb.illinois.edu/leakey/ ) seeks creative and energetic applicants for 2 postdoctoral associate positions studying stomata, photosynthesis and water use efficiency in the model C4 species of sugarcane and setaria. The positions will be involved in long-term collaborative projects funded by the Department of Energy and NSF, which involve multidisciplinary teams of physiologists, geneticists, computer scientists and molecular biologists.   Our goals are to understand the genetic and physiological controls of photosynthetic water use efficiency through a combination of molecular genetics, quantitative genetics, and physiology. The projects will benefit substantially from significant advances in high-throughput phenotyping and germplasm development made by our team and collaborators in recent years, as well as a new large-scale field facility for imposing drought treatments. The positions will offer excellent opportunities for interdisciplinary training and a creative work environment at the Institute for Genomic Biology, which houses the CABBI DOE Bioenergy Center ( http://sustainability.illinois.edu/doe-funds-major-bioenergy-research-center-at-illinois/ )  and the Gates Foundation-funded RIPE project  ( http://ripe.illinois.edu/ ). Candidates should have a strong background in molecular genetics or physiology, preferably with a focus on stomata or photosynthesis. The successful applicant will be expected to actively engage with a collaborative team using synthetic biology, gene editing and enhanced efficiency transformation strategies to improve the water use efficiency of C4 crops. The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is an equal opportunity employer and offers highly competitive salary and excellent health care benefits. Questions about these positions or applications including a letter of application, CV and the names of three referees can be addressed by email to Melinda LaBorg ( laborg@uiuc.edu ). Position is immediately available, but the start-date is flexible. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Tue, 08 Jun 2021 09:15:29 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14902121/project-engineer https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14902121/project-engineer Illinois, The Project Engineer’s primary role will be to oversee the development of engineering designs and the execution of construction projects. This individual will oversee projects via their experience base though all phases of the projects, from initial concept development to completion of construction. The Project Engineer is expected to provide technical guidance and oversight of junior engineering staff that will typically work under their direct supervision on projects. They will provide accurate and thorough engineering services in a manner that is consistent with best industry and ethical practices. The Project Engineer will be expected to travel to construction locations for extended periods while the project is underway.  Successful candidates will be self-motivated, trustworthy, dedicated, and have a desire to create quality relationships both inside and outside of work, as well as a desire to provide for continuous learning and improvement. They will also strive to provide quality technical services, be conscientious and responsive. Responsibilities Project Engineers perform the following duties and tasks: Lead the preparation of design plans, specifications, and related documents for the development of engineering projects Perform required calculations for the accurate and complete design of project features Utilizes value engineering and optimization from personal experience as well as technical input and contributions from others throughout design process Document all design work progress in writing, drawings, sketches, calculations, or tabulations and provide for thorough accounting of design process, and provide for the quality assurance reviews of work performed by other staff Assist in the preparations of proposals for future work Assist the development and submission of permitting documents Act as liaison with client/owner, contractors, or others directly involved with design effort, maintaining required coordination and problem solving between all parties to maintain progress Develop and maintains project schedule throughout project process accounting for client/owner needs and resource availability Lead in the development of, maintenance of, and upholding of internal standards for typical design details, CAD standards, design/construction manuals, or general standards of practice Provide for the review and quality assurance associated with the plans, specifications, and other documents developed within the organization Manage sub-consultants engaged in support of design projects Undertake research related to new methods or materials for use in projects Develop quantity and cost estimations for design project Oversee the evaluation, measurement, and quantification of existing site conditions, including topographic survey field data collection Control project costs by managing the budget, invoicing, and reporting of projects, for both internal and client needs Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals Continually develop personal knowledge of engineering and construction best practices and standards by leveraging job experience Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed Provide oversight for the site safety during onsite work in accordance with all applicable internal or client/owner directives and policies Ensure proper use of daily diaries and field reports for documentation of work carried out in the field by staff Ensure performance of field inspections and testing to ensure all work meets project drawings and specifications are undertaken and documented Provide short and mid-term project planning and forecasting based on both schedule and on-site job demands Act as liaison with client/owner, contractors, or others directly involved with the project, ensuring the require coordination and problem solving between all parties and site activities Directly manage the contracts and/or activities of sub-contractors working on the site within design-build efforts Manage the logistics and control of construction materials within design-build efforts Develop accurate project estimates for construction efforts and ensure budget adherence by staff and sub-contractors. Manages all work change orders that may occur within construction process Direct survey staff with construction layout and staking Coordinate the installation of technology hardware/equipment Perform additional duties as assigned by senior management Requirements Valid driver’s license with a clean motor vehicle record (MVR) Valid passport U.S. citizenship, or status as Permanent Resident of the U.S. (Green Card Holder) A minimum of six years of experience in the Civil Design and/or Construction industries, with direct experience in project management and client development Bachelor’s degree in in engineering field from accredited institution Professional Engineer (PE) licensure within one state. Ability to obtain additional licensure as required within six months of hire as required Knowledge and ability to perform complex mathematical computations Functional computer skills, including: word processor, spreadsheet, database, graphical, project scheduling, and email applications Experience with current versions of Microstation and Inroads CAD design software Ability to work neatly and accurately, independently or as part of a team Ability  to meet or improve upon established project timelines Ability  to regularly travel domestically and internationally for field and client requirements Ability to pass a background and drug test, per Class 1 Railroad and E-Railsafe protocols   Preferred Skills and Certifications Computer based modeling and 3D visualizations with rendering and animation Post-Graduate Degree in engineering field from accredited institution Professional Engineer (PE) licensure within multiple states, or ability to obtain licensure within additional states Railroad/intermodal freight industry experience AutoCAD software experience Electrical or telecommunications design and/or construction experience Structural design and/or construction experience Thu, 27 May 2021 17:26:01 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/15001739/project-manager-cityworks https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/15001739/project-manager-cityworks Naperville, Illinois, The City of Naperville seeks a professional possessing three or more years’ experience leading technical projects to become Project Manager for the City’s publicly-owned Electric Utility, focusing on projects related mostly to Utility assets.   Reporting to the Utility’s Asset Manager, this newly created position will successfully manage various projects for the Electric Utility with an emphasis on the migration and usage of asset information from various sources into a single software system – Cityworks - and organizing all available data to produce organized, actionable data to Utility management.  Applying Utility leadership’s direction, the Project Manager will define project requirements, lead project teams to meet those requirements, and bring projects to a close per time and budget constraints.   The Electric Utility As a public utility owned by the customers it serves, Naperville’s electric utility has proudly served the community for 120 years.  Bringing power to 60,000 customers each month, the utility provides reliable, quality, responsive and cost-efficient services in support of the health, welfare & growth of the City.  This is achieved principally by effective operation, maintenance and replacement activities; a well-planned and executed capital improvement program; an active employee safety and training program; and continuous public information.  Locally controlled and managed, the Naperville Electric Utility provides rates that are among the lowest in the state.  Other benefits of local management include greater reliability, efficiency and quicker responsiveness to customer concerns.   Naperville is the 4th largest city in Illinois.  Its electric utility maintains 16 substations, 60 miles of transmission and 1000 miles of distribution lines (of which 93% are underground), and has a 350 MW peak demand / 1,400,000 MWh annually.  A decade ago, Naperville modernized its electric grid via the installation of 60,000 smart-meters and a wireless & fiber-optic backbone.  This City-wide Smart Grid allows the utility to better analyze electricity consumption and offer an energy portal to its electric customers. The electric utility further deployed conservation voltage reduction tools and other advanced automation equipment integrated with SCADA.   The Electric Utility now seeks to expand the City’s deployment of “Cityworks” as its software for all service requests, work orders, asset management and warehousing, to effectively end paper trails and streamline workflows.  Cityworks functions as a centralized application that connects with GIS maps to help identify, track and manage assets and the work & materials required to maintain and support them. Responsibilities: This position initially will focus on the migration of Utility management processes from legacy computing structures/systems to the Cityworks software environment utilized City-wide.  The Project Manager – Cityworks (PM) will manage the transition of work order processing and accounting for labor & material used from Sungard Naviline software to Cityworks.  The PM will define and manage interim processes utilized by the Utility while the City’s contractor implements stages of modifications to Cityworks.    The Cityworks Project Manager defines needed changes in Utility processes to better utilize the Cityworks platform, and manages the Utility’s transition to new processes per Utility management direction.  The PM oversees and coordinates all City and contractor activities needed to migrate Utility data from Sungard Naviline (and from inhouse MS Access databases & MS Excel spreadsheets) to Cityworks so as to arrive at a single data source for Utility assets.  The PM also assists transition management of the Utility’s warehouse to Cityworks Storeroom.    Primary duties include: Coordinating with other departments on Electric Utility Cityworks usage to ensure compatible functionality for service requests, work orders and reporting.  Managing the process to integrate Electric Utility activities in Cityworks with the City’s Tyler Munis financial system.  Managing processes to define and implement required reporting from Cityworks to meet Electric Utility needs. Managing projects for the Electric Utility’s records retention process, external billing process, and document scanning & storage process.  Directing related activities of support personnel for these tasks. Providing reporting on capital projects to management as requested. Managing training of departmental personnel on Cityworks (and related) software/process as needed. Planning & executing Electric Utility projects: defining projects, building comprehensive work plans, and managing them to related budgets and timelines. Facilitating project teams’ accomplishment of defined goals.  Facilitating commitment and productivity from staff & project team members.  Mitigating obstacles, and (with the support Utility management) motivating team members. Managing expectations by aligning projects to business goals and effectively communicating project status & milestones (and unexpected difficulties) to stakeholders. Coordinating project work performed by contractors, ensuring conformance to project specifications, budgets and timelines as assigned.  Coordinating vendor communications with internal team members.  As a professional manager of projects, the incumbent successfully engages other Utility staff members, staff from other City Departments, and/or vendor/contractor personnel in order to accomplish assigned project requirements (or pieces thereof); applies knowledge, skills, tools & techniques to Electric Utility project activities in order to meet project requirements; plans, executes and completes utility projects; defines the project, builds a comprehensive work plan, and manages to the budget; and is accountable for the success or failure of projects.  He/she directs project teams to meet defined goals; facilitates commitment and productivity from staff and project team members; mitigates obstacles and motivates team members; and manages expectations by aligning projects to business goals, managing stakeholders, and communicating project status, milestones (and unexpected difficulties) effectively. Qualifications: At a minimum, applicants must possess: A bachelor’s degree in a related field (engineering preferred) Three years’ related experience (leading and/or directing projects, or similar).  Professional project management certification may be substituted for some of the required education and/or experience. Project management knowledge and previous PMBOK-related training, and A valid State of Illinois Driver’s License Preferred credentials include previous experience working for an electric utility, and/or PMP certification.   Top candidates will possess knowledge of procedures and practices related to asset management within an electric utility; currently relevant technology & software, such as AutoCAD, GIS and other department-specific technology (e.g., CitiWorks, Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook) including relational data bases (MS SQL Server) and Microsoft Project). Knowledge and experience with Sungard Naviline and/or Tyler Munis financial systems a plus.   They will also be able to demonstrate strong analytical skills, written & verbal communication skills, problem-solving skills, and will be able to apply a substantial project management skill set.  They will possess proven abilities to establish & maintain effective working relationships; to communicate clearly and concisely (verbally and in writing) with technical and non-technical audiences; to maintain focus in a fast-paced, multitasking environment and manage time effectively; and a desire to learn new position-related skills in a diverse, frequently changing environment. Additional Information: The City of Naperville, Illinois is a dynamic community of 148,000 residents, conveniently located 28 miles west of Chicago.  Various publications have named Naperville as one of the best cities in the United States in which to live.  The City has gained national recognition for our family-friendly environment, excellent schools and library system, low crime rate, and vibrant downtown area.  It’s also a great place to work!  Our municipal government employs over 900 dedicated individuals in a wide range of job categories and provides a dynamic & collaborative working environment, a forward-looking leadership team, and a competitive benefits package.   APPLY ON-LINE AT: www.naperville.il.us/careers   THE CITY OF NAPERVILLE IS AN E. O. E. CLICK HERE for the City of Naperville’s EEOP Utilization Report   The City of Naperville complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals needing accommodations in the recruitment process should notify Human Resources in advance at (630) 305-7066. Commensurate with relevant experience Fri, 18 Jun 2021 12:32:59 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/15001687/electrical-engineer-assets https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/15001687/electrical-engineer-assets Naperville, Illinois, Would you like to apply your electric engineering knowledge at a municipal electric utility at the front end of industry technology?  Do you seek a career in power engineering?    Please consider Naperville if you seek to make an impact with a successful, high-performing team!  The City of Naperville’s Department of Public Utilities - Electric seeks a degreed electrical engineer for the Assets Engineer role in its Utility Assets section.   Naperville is the 4th largest City in Illinois.  The city-owned electric utility maintains 16 substations and 1000 miles of transmission and distribution lines (of which 93% are underground), and a 400 MW peak demand / 1,500,000 MWH annually.  A decade ago, Naperville modernized its electric grid with the installation of 60,000 smart-meters and a wireless & fiber-optic backbone.  A City-wide Smart Grid allows the utility to better analyze electricity consumption and offer an energy portal to its electric customers. Utilizing capabilities of smart meters, the utility deployed conservation voltage reduction tools and other advanced automation equipment integrated with SCADA. The Naperville Electric Grid is monitored and operated 24x7 via a Control Room.   We search now for an Assets Engineer to perform professional engineering work to plan electric utility equipment inspection and testing processes, to execute related equipment & testing processes, and to establish an asset condition grading system to guide asset maintenance & replacement activities.  The engineer will develop a measurement system for business risks.   This role focuses on utility management processes for assets in our “Cityworks” software environment and makes use of other currently-in-use asset systems (i.e., Cascade).  The Assets Engineer ensures the migration of previous asset histories from various other data sources (i.e., Sungard Naviline, Excel spreadsheets, Access databases, SQL server relational databases, and/or the GIS spatial database).   As the Assets Engineer, you will also define, develop and implement required reporting from Cityworks and Cascade to meet departmental needs.   The full salary range for Electrical Engineer is $65,136 – 102,841.  Employment offers are at levels commensurate with related professional experience. Responsibilities: In a dynamic & challenging work environment, and while reporting to the Utility Asset Manager, the Electrical Engineer - Assets is responsible for reviewing and updating equipment test and inspection procedures, overseeing the scheduling and completion of equipment inspections & tests, reviewing inspection information, and coordinating equipment repair/replacement based on inspection results. You will assist in the development of repetitive asset inspection and asset prioritization criteria, help investigate new technology for the utility, develop a comprehensive inventory of assets, condition assessments of those assets, and seek to improve coordination and communication within the utility’s operations for the disposition of those assets. As the  Assets Engineer, you will also:  Coordinate all data on physical assets to include inspection history, repairs, and failures. Monitor the identification, location, and condition of utility assets. Coordinate condition assessment reporting and benchmarking. Participate in developing asset management program requirements. Develop and implement a computerized maintenance work order system to consistently & accurately collect data from related utility systems. Implement process and procedure for asset lifecycle management. Work with internal and external stakeholders to explain, interpret, and create asset management requirements and specifications. Coordinate asset installation/removal/tracking in new and replacement utility construction projects and provide professional & technical assistance and project updates. The Assets Engineer ensures completed projects meet established program goals & standards and keeps current on latest trends in the utility industry (e.g., asset management principles, practices, procedures and technology).  He/she makes recommendations for implementation; and assists in developing operational priorities, goals & objectives related to asset management. Qualifications: At a minimum, applicants must possess: A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology   At least one-year professional work experience in a related field (this may include internship experience) A valid State of Illinois Class D Drivers’ License   Preferred candidates may possess demonstrated experience handling projects, and electric utility knowledge/familiarity.   Helpful knowledge includes that of engineering and operations procedures & practices related to the purchase, usage and maintenance of material, supplies and services within an electric utility.  Knowledge of technology & software, such as AutoCAD, GIS and other department-specific technology (e.g., CityWorks, etc.), and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook), including relational data bases (MS SQL Server), Microsoft Power BI, Crystal Reports.  Knowledge of data modeling and analysis is a plus.   Skills in effective communication (both verbal and written), and in expressing technical functions in non-technical terms are ideal.    Pertinent abilities include those to use Excel, Access and/or similar products to query, manipulate, and analyze data; to work oftentimes independently while maintaining positive, effective relationships within a cohesive team environment; to function/interact effectively with vendors in order to troubleshoot issues; and to coordinate and prioritize multiple projects.  Abilities to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively to complete work in a timely manner.    Persons most likely to succeed in the Electric Utility’s engineering roles are those who seek to learn new, position-related skills in a diverse and changing environment. Additional Information:   The City of Naperville, Illinois is a dynamic community of 148,000 residents, conveniently located 28 miles west of Chicago.  Various publications have named Naperville as one of the best cities in the United States in which to live.  The City has gained national recognition for our family-friendly environment, excellent schools and library system, low crime rate, and vibrant downtown area.  It’s also a great place to work!  Our municipal government employs over 900 dedicated individuals in a wide range of job categories and provides a dynamic & collaborative working environment, a forward-looking leadership team, and a competitive benefits package.   APPLY ON-LINE AT: www.naperville.il.us/careers   THE CITY OF NAPERVILLE IS AN E. O. E. CLICK HERE for the City of Naperville’s EEOP Utilization Report   The City of Naperville complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals needing accommodations in the recruitment process should notify Human Resources in advance at (630) 305-7066. Dependent upon experience Fri, 18 Jun 2021 11:57:12 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14997367/project-manager https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14997367/project-manager Rochelle, Illinois, We are looking for a motivated and experienced Project Manager to join our Engineering group. The right person will provide civil design services, manage projects in the private and public sector and will actively participate in developing and growing our civil engineering services. We are an innovative engineering and environmental consulting firm with offices in Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin with plans to expand into more markets. Our next project manager should have a strong knowledge of site grading, stormwater management, sanitary sewer design, water supply systems and roadway design for residential, commercial and industrial sites. Responsibilities Actively pursue and create business development opportunities. Manage direct reports and provide work to maintain billable utilization. Develop scope, schedule, and budget for new projects. Prepare proposals and sell services to retain and obtain clients and manage projects for each element. Direct and review production of drawings by CAD technicians and engineers. Retain clients through quality services and effective communication, with efficient use of resources. Qualifications Bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering. 7+ years of experience in civil design and project management, preferably in a professional consulting firm. Professional engineer (PE) licensed in Illinois or demonstrates the ability to secure. Experience with direct supervision of staff is required. Experience in Microsoft office and AutoCAD Civil 3D is required. Experience in business development/client communications is required. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Benefits Competitive salary, paid time off and holidays. Excellent 401(k) provided with employer match and generous discretionary contributions based on company profits. Short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D and 401(k) provided. Medical, dental, vision, prescription, supplemental life insurance, AD&D, critical illness and accident coverage available. You will have plenty of opportunities to grow professionally at our progressive, fast-paced and flexible firm in an awesome work environment. Equal Opportunity Employer Keywords: AutoCAD, Civil, Client, Construction, Design, Detail, Energy, Engineering, Commercial, Roadway Design, Transportation, Highway Design, EIT, Bridge Analysis, Infrastructure, PE, Stormwater, Groundwater, Site Design For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website. https://fehrgraham.aaimtrack.com/jobs/598161-204578.html Thu, 17 Jun 2021 18:43:28 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14967061/sr-civil-engineer https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14967061/sr-civil-engineer Hoffman Estates, Illinois, Job Summary: The Senior Civil engineer will be in charge of civil engineering design of various land development projects including commercial, industrial, park district, educational, and residential developments. Additionally the Senior Civil engineer will be responsible for project budget, schedule, permitting and overall project management of the project.   Duties/Responsibilities: Analyze long range plans, survey reports, maps, and other data in order to plan projects Consider construction costs, government regulations, potential environmental hazards, and other factors in planning the stages of, and risk analysis for, a project Compile and submit permit applications to local, state, and federal agencies, verifying that projects comply with various regulations Provide cost estimates for materials, equipment, or labor to determine a project’s economic feasibility Use design software to plan and design transportation systems, hydraulic systems, and structures in line with industry and government standards Prepare storm water management models, calculations and the design of storm water management systems Required Skills/Abilities: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Civil 3D Extensive Storm Water Management Design Experience Education and Experience: 10-15 years of design and permitting experience in Land Development 10-15 years of experience in storm water management design Professional Engineer in the State of Illinois Thu, 10 Jun 2021 15:38:59 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14960543/operational-excellence-partner https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14960543/operational-excellence-partner Chicago, Illinois, About the Department   The Biological Sciences Division (BSD) is the largest operating unit of the University of Chicago. It includes the Pritzker School of Medicine, twenty-three academic departments, twelve interdisciplinary degree-granting committees, and more than a dozen research centers and institutes. Our mission is to discover and create new knowledge of living systems, to preserve and communicate knowledge through education, and to nurture and sustain a community of scholars. These scholars pursue this mission through research, the education of basic scientists, physicians, and others interested in living things, and through enlightened and compassionate care of patients in a humane, academic environment. We have a long and rich history of discovery. Our academic departments have each developed and sustained outstanding programs of research and training in a broad range of programs. These are further enhanced by interdisciplinary committees, centers, and institutes. Unique among our peers, our Pritzker School of Medicine and basic biological science programs are housed in one division, allowing for strong collaborations between basic science and clinical research. Faculty, staff and students interact across programs and disciplines, creating collaborative and innovative approaches to the study of complex problems. Job Summary   The job is responsible for all aspects of non-technical (not information technology or construction related) projects from conception to completion. Assembles teams and develops detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports while being the point of contact for those projects.   Responsibilities Build strong relationships across the BSD, UCM and University to lead the design and implementation of improvement initiatives for complex processes that have a large cross-functional impact to eliminate waste, reduce cycle time and improve organizational performance while establishing a sustainable model for continuous improvement in alignment with our mission, processes and requirements.  Utilize understanding of the operational needs of the leadership team to apply processes and methodologies in order to help the leadership team identify and prioritize opportunities for improvement using Operational Excellence principles and methodologies.  Use robust change management skills to ensure key stakeholders are aware and supportive of changes and the benefits to instill a continuous improvement culture throughout the organization. Tracks progress, conducts analysis, as well as prepares for and facilitates project meetings. Ensures adherence to quality standards and reviews project deliverables. Acts as a resource and subject matter expert for project team and provides analytical guidance. Interprets complex project issues and provides analytical guidance to a project team. Performs other related work as needed. Minimum Qualifications Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.   Preferred Qualifications   Education: Master’s degree in organizational development business, or a related field.   Experience: Four years of previous job-related experience running Kaizen/Rapid Improvement Events and flow related process improvement. Expert using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Project, and VISIO. Expert in Project Management. Experience in applying systematic and rigorous analytical methods to improve processes, including the following methodologies/tools: Six Sigma (DMAIC), Value Stream Mapping, Control Plans, Mistake Proofing, Root Cause and Corrective Action, Kaizen, 5S. Operational Excellence program leadership, management or development experience.   Certifications: Lean and/or Six Sigma Black Belt, Six Sigma Master Black Belt.   Preferred Competencies In-depth knowledge of business processes. Excellent team dynamics skills focused on strong team leadership and participation. Strong communication skills with all levels of the organization, emphasis on oral presentation skills, exceptional classroom training techniques, facilitation, coaching and feedback. Strong ability to influence without authority at all levels of the organization. Courage to make difficult decisions and/or recommendations. Comfort with ambiguity. Courage/experience to provide coaching/feedback to all levels of the organization including superiors. Excellent listening skills and emotional intelligence. Flexibility and ability to assimilate new knowledge and standards quickly. Drive for results, sense of urgency.     The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity /Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.   Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form . Wed, 09 Jun 2021 16:10:36 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/15045768/traffic-and-lighting-operations-supervisor https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/15045768/traffic-and-lighting-operations-supervisor Champaign, Illinois, The City of Champaign seeks qualified candidates for a career opportunity as a Traffic and Lighting Operations Supervisor in the Public Works Department.  Responsibilities of Position This position supervises and directs the work of the Traffic and Lighting Section of the Operations Division including street lighting maintenance, maintenance of traffic signals, parking control signage, information signage, pavement markings and JULIE locates. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to: customer service, snow removal, public events requiring Operations support, hazard mitigation, storm events, and other activities deemed essential to City infrastructure maintenance and improvement. Serves as a rotating on-call supervisor for the Public Works Operations Division after hours response. This position requires the ability to work up to 16-hour emergency shifts with little or no advance notice. The annual starting salary range is $78,023 - $88,818, DOQ, plus an excellent fringe benefits package.  Applications must be submitted online to champaignil.gov/jobs no later than Sunday, July 18, 2021.   The City’s mission is to provide responsive, caring, cost-effective service in partnership with our community. The following values guide our work: Personal Integrity, Responsibility, Respect, Teamwork, Results.  The City of Champaign is committed to promoting a work environment and a community that values and supports diversity and inclusion. Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. At least three (3) years of experience as a master electrician. At least two (2) years of supervisory experience. An equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered. Possession of, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of employment, Class B CDL without air brake restriction issued by the State of Illinois. Current state-issued driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. Working knowledge of equipment and hardware/software related to street lighting, traffic signals, signs, pavement markings, and JULIE locates. Customer service experience. Preferred Qualifications College courses or Associate degree in electricity, electronics, or mechanics; or Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with coursework in traffic engineering. Master electrician construction or installation work experience. Knowledge of or experience with applicable ordinances, regulations and guidance, such as National Electrical Code Standards, Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Illinois Commerce Commission, and JULIE, Inc. Experience preparing budgets and managing expenditures, purchases, and contracts. Knowledge of infrastructure maintenance and worksite safety regulations. Experience supervising work crews in the field. Experience supervising snow and ice removal operations/crews. Drug screening will be required. Tue, 29 Jun 2021 12:49:21 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/15074142/fire-alarm-designer https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/15074142/fire-alarm-designer Champaign, Illinois, Design a rewarding future with us Tue, 06 Jul 2021 13:46:02 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/15051045/postdoctoral-position-in-quantitative-systems-pharmacology-modeling-in-immuno-oncology https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/15051045/postdoctoral-position-in-quantitative-systems-pharmacology-modeling-in-immuno-oncology Baltimore, Maryland, Seeking an independent and motivated Postdoctoral Researcher in Dr. Popel's laboratory in the Departments of Biomedical Engineering and Oncology, The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. The successful candidate will join a team that combines computational, experimental and clinical researchers using computational systems biology and quantitative systems pharmacology to discover mechanisms of immunotherapies and conduct virtual clinical trials. Specific skills include strong computational modeling of signaling pathways and multiscale modeling from signaling pathways to tumor scales; knowledge of immunology is a plus. Applicant must have a doctoral degree in biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, or equivalent with a demonstrated record of innovative scientific accomplishments as evidenced by first-author papers published or accepted in premier journals. Qualified candidates must be able to work independently, demonstrate outstanding communication skills, have a strong commitment to science, and work well within a group. US citizens, permanent residents or holders of an F1/OPT visa with at least six months of work authorization left. Email curriculum vitae and names of three references to: Dr. A.S. Popel, Dept. of Biomedical Engineering, School of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21205. E-mail apopel@jhu.edu Email curriculum vitae and names of three references to: Dr. A.S. Popel, Dept. of Biomedical Engineering, School of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21205. E-mail apopel@jhu.edu Wed, 30 Jun 2021 10:53:14 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14971914/land-surveyor https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14971914/land-surveyor Cedar Falls, Iowa, The City of Cedar Falls is accepting application materials from qualified candidates for the position of Land Surveyor.  The expected employment offer will be in the $61,035–80,102 range, depending on qualifications, with FT benefit package.  (Current full salary range is $61,035–99,170.)  Position requires the knowledge and abilities to conduct, supervise, assign, and review the City's land surveying activities & services of the Engineering division within the Public Works Department, provide highly responsible staff assistance to the City Engineer, and exercise supervision over technical staff.   Duties include, but aren’t limited to, performing construction surveying for infrastructure improvement projects and land surveying for municipal projects, properties and interests; preparing topographic survey sketches; assembling accurate plats and legal descriptions for the acquisition, maintenance and disposal of city property and rights-of-way; conducting field surveys to design municipal construction plans; designing street and sewer grades; locating field evidence for determining existing property and utility lines and rights-of-way; operating and maintaining a full range of electronic survey and data collection equipment; monitoring and overseeing city survey programs, survey records and survey information; responding to and assisting the general public, engineers and contractors regarding survey related questions and complaints; and maintaining a high level of proficiency in AutoCAD and other drafting software.   Position requires an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in engineering technology or a related field and 10 years of experience OR a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil/construction engineering or a related field and 4 years of experience as a Land Surveyor Intern.   Possession of, or ability to obtain within six months from hire, a State of Iowa Registered Land Surveyor Certificate, valid driver’s license, and good driving record are also required.  Civil Service testing is required for candidates meeting the above minimum qualifications and that have submitted the required application materials outlined below.  (Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will be notified of testing information.)  Post-offer, pre-employment physical and drug screen required upon selection.   For consideration, submit a completed application (from Cedar Falls City Hall or www.cedarfalls.com/jobs ) and copy of the above Land Surveyor certificate to: City of Cedar Falls, Finance & Business Operations Dept., Attn: Land Surveyor, 220 Clay Street, Cedar Falls, IA 50613 or to jobs@cedarfalls.com   Deadline for materials: 6-22-21 at 4:30 p.m.   Equal Opportunity Employer Fri, 11 Jun 2021 20:59:17 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/15020996/educational-facilities-planner-analyst https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/15020996/educational-facilities-planner-analyst Santa Cruz, California, Educational Facilities Planner/Analyst Location: Santa Cruz Job ID: 19941 Initial Review Date (IRD) UC Santa Cruz staff jobs are posted until filled. Application materials submitted by 11:59 pm on the IRD will be routed to the hiring unit for consideration. NOTE: Materials submitted after the IRD will be forwarded only at the request of the hiring unit. Submit your materials before the IRD to ensure consideration by the hiring unit. Initial Review Date (IRD) : 08-02-2021 Dept Marketing Statement The Educational Facilities Planner/Analysist (Planner)provides services as a seasoned, experienced planner to guide the physial development of the campus and assists in the stratigic development and improvement of buildings and space to support UCSC's mission of research, teaching and public service. The Planner will ensure that both campus and UC policy regarding capital matters is incorporated into the work of the unit.  The Planner must be capable of operating with minimal supervision; have a full understanding of planning industry practices, and provde services as an experienced planner with strong analytical skills to support both capital planning and space management programs; be able to independently research issues, use good judgement in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions; resolve issues where analysis requires the review of a variety of factors; obtain, assemble, analyze, and present data to other professionals and leadership so they can make informed decisions; work with campus clients in the development of initial space-use programs through the use of  standard planning tools: metrics, conceptual space plans and test fit diagrams; coordinate with campus technical experts on the re-use of space; conduct surveys and planning studies; and prepare reports and budget approval documents; provide organizational and administrative support to the unit; serve as staff support for committees including the preparation and distribution of agendas and minutes.  In addition, the Planner must be capable of manipulating and managing large datasets to provide data for their own work and to assist others; be proficient in Google and Microsoft Office Suites, have a working knowledge of AutoCAD and other communication, drawing and presentation software.    Capital Planning and Space Management (CPSM) is a unit within the Division of Business Administration (BAS.)  The Division includes a broad and diverse set of operational units that provides and maintains administrative, student development and physical infrastructure that supports the mission of the campus. As a member of BAS, CPSM supports the Office of the Chancellor and Campus Provost/Executive Vice Chancellor in the areas of capital financial planning and policy analysis.  In this capacity, CPSM develops and maintains relevant databases, provides analyses of policies and programs, assists in the determination of campus priorities, and in the development of strategies designed to achieve these priorities. CPSM is responsible for capital planning, space management, programming, management and utilization aspects of the campus capital improvement and space management programs; coordinates with the Office of Budget Analysis and Planning regarding the capital budget, and the execution of special studies as may be necessary to enable the Chancellor and Campus Provost/Executive Vice Chancellor to discharge his/her responsibilities in these areas. Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule Salary Range Information: $73,700 - $104,600/Annually. Salary commensurate with skills and experience. No. of Positions: 3 Benefits Level Eligibility: This position is eligible for Full benefits. Schedule Information: Full-time, Fixed Percentage of Time: 100% Average Hours Per Week: 40 Days of the Week: Mon-Fri Shift Includes: Days Employee Classification: This is a Career Appointment Job End Date: None Job Code Classification: [007083] PLNG SPEC 3 Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus, Kerr Hall Union Representation: Non-Represented Job Duties 40%: Provides planning services in support of capital planning and space management activities; manages campus client projects and relationships to develop programs, provide schematic space plan layouts, and test fit diagrams; works with campus partners to conduct preliminary feasibility tests and develop preliminary budgets; prepares associated presentation and budget approval documents for distribution to campus stakeholders, leadership, and UC Office of the President.   25%: Provides analytics in support of capital planning, and space management; prepares accurate, data-centric, written and graphic reports for campus stakeholders, leadership, and the UC Office of the President.  25%: Provides analytics in support of capital planning, and space management; prepares accurate, data-centric, written and graphic reports for campus stakeholders, leadership, and the UC Office of the President.  10%: Applies University policy to capital matters; assists in managing and improving the organization and administrative office activities; initiates and implements updates and improvements to office processes; and performs other associated duties as assigned.   Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree and / or equivalent experience / training in planning, architecture, engineering, construction administration, or other related area. Demonstrated knowledge/skills in facilities planning, architecture, engineering, or other planning-related field; previous experience in providing capital planning and space management services; ability to work with clients, develop space-use programs, conceptual space plans and test fit diagrams; and proficient in the preparation of associated presentation and budget approval documents.  Excellent written, verbal, graphic communication skills to communicate ideas, prepare correspondence, documents, reports, and presentations; commitment to quality work, strict attention to detail, and excellent proofreading skills with knowledge of correct English spelling, grammar, and punctuation; experience producing technically accurate and easy-to-grasp presentation materials, narratives and documents.  Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills to identify needs, conduct research, and develop innovative alternatives; ability to interpret, explain and apply appropriate applications of University policies and procedures, and draw systematic and rational conclusions from data. Proficient in math, equation development, database manipulation, and use of formulas and functions especially in Google Sheets and Excel; skilled in manipulating multiple spreadsheets and reconciling large data sets, skilled at drawing conclusions and presenting analysis and recommendations in a formal manner to targeted audiences; proficient in using all Google and Microsoft Office Suite products; demonstrates a working knowledge of AutoCAD or similar architectural drawing and presentation software; skilled at managing complex records and files; meticulous about details and accuracy of work; demonstrates a willingness to learn other software products as required. Strong organizational skills; ability to provide, collect and assemble data from large, comprehensive datasets into clear, concise presentations; ability to apply judgement, multi-task, establish priorities, and respond to swiftly shifting delivery requirements and quick turn-around deadlines. Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively within a small office as well as with diverse groups and individuals at various levels within the organization; ability to convey information and give advice to management and employees; skilled at working in a team setting and fostering communication, cooperation, and support from colleagues; ability to exercise good judgment and discretion, especially with regards to sensitive or confidential matters.  APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO USE THE UCSC ON-LINE PROCESS View full job description and access on-line application: https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucsc/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=11&JobOpeningId=19941&PostingSeq=1 To ensure review of application materials by the hiring unit, they must be submitted on or before the initial review date (IRD) via the Staff Employment Opportunities web site; https://jobs.ucsc.edu . A computer is available at the UC Santa Cruz Staff Human Resources Office located at Scotts Valley Center. The Scotts Valley Center is located at 100 Enterprise Way, Suite E100, Scotts Valley, CA 95066. To learn more or to request disability accommodations, call 831-459-2009. Hearing impaired are encouraged to use the California Relay Service at 800-735-2922. UC Santa Cruz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees. Copyright ©2017 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-2bab75cfc6bac14cbb6394493df413e9 Wed, 23 Jun 2021 19:40:12 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14950564/senior-educational-facilities-planner https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14950564/senior-educational-facilities-planner Santa Cruz, California, Senior Educational Facilities Planner Location: Santa Cruz Job ID: 18952 Initial Review Date (IRD) UC Santa Cruz staff jobs are posted until filled. Application materials submitted by 11:59 pm on the IRD will be routed to the hiring unit for consideration. NOTE: Materials submitted after the IRD will be forwarded only at the request of the hiring unit. Submit your materials before the IRD to ensure consideration by the hiring unit. Initial Review Date (IRD): 06-28-2021   Dept Marketing Statement The Senior Educational Facilities Planner (Sr. Planner) provides professional planning services that guide the physical development of the campus and assists in strategic development and improvement of buildings and space to support UCSC's mission of research, teaching, and public service.  As a senior member of the unit, the Sr. Planner is the resident expert on campus and UC policy regarding capital matters, and provides assistance and support in all areas of planning for CPSM staff, campus leadership. They also act as liaison to the Office of Capital Planning at the UC Office of the President.   The Sr. Planner uses skills as a seasoned, experienced planning professional with a full understanding of industry practices and procedures to resolve a wide range of planning issues; uses advanced planning concepts and objectives to resolve highly complex issues; develops short and long range capital plans, demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for analyzing alternatives and recommending solutions; exhibits high levels of organization; recommends revisions to proceedures and policies to improve efficiency, and is able to operate with considerable independence. The Sr. Planner provides high-level reports and analysis of campus space needs in an effort to ensure the efficient use of campus space; works with campus leadership and clients to provide in-depth programming, utilization and visioning studies for all types of campus space using a variety of planning tools: metrics, conceptual space plans, and test fit diagrams; coordinates with campus technical experts on the re-use of space; generates and manipulates large data sets, manages databases to comprehensively manage campus capital expenditures, leads and coordinates the annual updates to the multi-year Capital and Seismic Financial Plans, and generates analytics for capital planning, space management and capital outlay.  In addition, the Sr. Planner is responsible for generating or reviewing the technical and budget approval documents created by other planners to ensure that they are accurate and complete; has advanced proficiency in Google and Microsoft Office Suites, and working knowledge of AutoCAD and other communication and presentation software.   Capital Planning and Space Management (CPSM) is a unit within the Division of Business Administration (BAS.)  The Division includes a broad and diverse set of operational units that provides and maintains administrative, student development and physical infrastructure that supports the mission of the campus. As a member of BAS, CPSM supports the Office of the Chancellor and Campus Provost/Executive Vice Chancellor in the areas of capital financial planning and policy analysis.  In this capacity, CPSM develops and maintains relevant databases, provides analyses of policies and programs, assists in the determination of campus priorities, and in the development of strategies designed to achieve these priorities. CPSM is responsible for capital planning, space management, programming, management and utilization aspects of the campus capital improvement and space management programs; coordinates with the Office of Budget Analysis and Planning regarding the capital budget, and the execution of special studies as may be necessary to enable the Chancellor and Campus Provost/Executive Vice Chancellor to discharge his/her responsibilities in these areas. Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule Salary Range Information: $81,600 - $117,100 (Min to Mid) Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. No. of Positions: 1 Benefits Level Eligibility: This position is eligible for Full benefits. Schedule Information: Full-time, Fixed Percentage of Time: 100% Average Hours Per Week: 40 Days of the Week: Mon-Fri Shift Includes: Days Employee Classification: This is a Career Appointment Job End Date: None Job Code Classification: [000488] PLNG SPEC 4 Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus, Kerr Hall Union Representation: Non-represented Job Duties 35%: Applies advanced planning concepts to analyze and resolve difficult or complex planning and space management issues; manages and manipulates large datasets related to capital matters; develops, revises and refines long range campus planning initiatives such as the multi-year Capital Financial and Seismic Plans; provides preliminary planning and programming services to leadership and campus clients using a variety of planning tools: metrics, conceptual space plans and test fit diagrams; works with Budget Analysis and Planning to establish budgets and funding feasility models; prepares financial feasibility studies; identifies funding alternatives; authors funding approvals; and reviews off-campus lease and purchase opportunities.  35%: Serves as “Lead Planner” and expert regarding procedural and “capital matters” policy; prepares and reviews required planning documents prepared by others, to ensure they are accurate and compliant with the established UC and campus policies and procedures, and are delivered within the required deadlines; co-leads the capital project intake team, maintains the campus-wide comprehensive project list that tracks project status, schedule, and budget.  Manages campus clients, ensures efficient project development through coordination with campus partners; develops and delivers presentation to leadership, coordinates with colleagues at UC Office of the President, and prepares budget approval documents for the campus and UC Office of the President.  Makes recommendations, and implements improvements to operating procedures to improve operating efficiency; develops training materials, trains coworkers and colleagues; generally assists in the operations of the unit.  30%: Configures and manages multiple large scale data sets and campus specific databases; uses Google and Microsoft products and AutoCAD software; develops presentations and reports for internal analysis, and for delivery to leadership and the UC Office of the President.   Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in education, business administration, project construction administration, architecture, accounting, city planning, or facilities planning. Advanced knowledge / skills in facilities planning, architecture, engineering, or other planning-related fields; previous experince in providing capital planning and space management services, work with clients, develop space-use programs, conceptual space plans and test fit diagrams; and proficient in the preparation of associated presentation and budget approval documents.  Advanced written, graphic, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including advanced political acumen; thorough knowledge of correct English grammar, spelling and punctuation; ability to proof documents independently and prepare documents for professional publishing; proven ability to organize collected information, extract pertinent data, prepare accurate reports in various formats to present data effectively, and draft formal written narratives and documents. Advanced analytical, project management and problem-solving skills to identify needs, conduct research, and develop innovative alternatives, proposals, and solutions; ability to independently interpret, explain, and apply appropriate applications of a variety of complex policies and procedures; demonstrated advanced experience and skill in using analysis to draw systematic and rational conclusions from data; ability to learn the operations of a department as they relate to the academic and capital planning, design and construction environment.  Proficient in math, advanced proficiency in equation development, database manipulation, and use of formulas and functions especially in Google Sheets and Excel; advanced proficiency in manipulating spreadsheets and reconciling large data sets; skilled at analyzing data and materials from a variety of sources, developing valid conclusions, and presenting the analysis and recommendations in a formal manner to a targeted audience; advanced proficiency in all Google and Microsoft Office Suite products; working knowledge of AutoCAD and other architectural drawing or presentation tools; ability to keep complex records and files; meticulous about details and accuracy of work; willingness to learn other software products as required.  Advanced organizational skills; motivated and able to work independently or under general direction and with minimal supervision; ability to apply judgment, discretion, and initiative in performing complex technical and administrative work in a variety of subjects; ability to organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines, and multi-task in fast-paced environment of competing and swiftly shifting delivery requirements and quick turn-around deadlines. Advanced interpersonal skills with the ability to deal effectively with a diverse range of people and positions throughout the organizational hierarchy; ability to establish and maintain working relationships at all levels of the organization, across campus and with external institutions and agencies, and ability to work as a team player and collaborate effectively. APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO USE THE UCSC ON-LINE PROCESS View full job description and access on-line application: https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucsc/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=11&JobOpeningId=18952&PostingSeq=1 To ensure review of application materials by the hiring unit, they must be submitted on or before the initial review date (IRD) via the Staff Employment Opportunities web site; https://jobs.ucsc.edu . A computer is available at the UC Santa Cruz Staff Human Resources Office located at Scotts Valley Center. The Scotts Valley Center is located at 100 Enterprise Way, Suite E100, Scotts Valley, CA 95066. To learn more or to request disability accommodations, call 831-459-2009. Hearing impaired are encouraged to use the California Relay Service at 800-735-2922. UC Santa Cruz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees. Copyright ©2017 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-f877b2388f987b4eaee170d89ecccf15 Mon, 07 Jun 2021 20:10:16 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/15055917/professor-of-practice-structural-engineering https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/15055917/professor-of-practice-structural-engineering Austin, Texas, The University of Texas at Austin Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering (CAEE) invites applications for a non-tenure-track Assistant, Associate or Full Professor of Practice position. We seek candidates with a structural engineering background to teach courses related to the design of reinforced concrete, steel, masonry and wood structures. The initial contract duration will be fixed at three years, with the possibility for extension based on performance and need. The successful candidate is expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses to a diverse student population in the CAEE department, collaborate with other faculty within and outside of the CAEE department from a wide range of backgrounds, and be involved in service to the university and the profession. The department and the Cockrell School of Engineering are committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment. We are interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching, research, and service activities. The CAEE department has over 55 faculty and is currently ranked amongst the top five graduate and undergraduate programs in both civil and environmental engineering by US News and World Report. Qualifications Applicants must have an earned M.S. and/or Ph.D. degree, in Civil or Structural Engineering. Interested and qualified individuals should submit materials in electronic form to apply.interfolio.com/89388 . Review of applications will begin on July 15, 2021. Application Instructions Interested and qualified individuals should submit materials in electronic form to  apply.interfolio.com/89388 Cover letter — the cover letter should be addressed to: Chair, Department of Civil, Architectural, and Environmental Engineering Curriculum Vitae—including academic and professional experience Statement of Teaching — including prior teaching experience, teaching philosophy, and teaching interests Statement on contributions to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion through teaching and/or service, as well as your understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion topics The names and e-mail addresses of a minimum of three references. A security-sensitive background check will be conducted on applicants selected for the position. Anticipated Start Date: Sep 1, 2021 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. Thu, 01 Jul 2021 11:57:26 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14971792/scientist-computational-genomics-population-analytics https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14971792/scientist-computational-genomics-population-analytics Pennsylvania, Location:  Spring House, Pennsylvania Function:  R&D Job Description Janssen Research & Development, L.L.C., a Johnson & Johnson company, is recruiting a Scientist, Computational Genomics in our Population Analytics group. This position is located at our Spring House, Pennsylvania campus in the United States. At the Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson, we are working to build a world without disease. Transforming lives by finding new and better ways to prevent, intercept, treat and cure disease inspires us. We bring together the best minds and pursue the most promising science. We are Janssen. We collaborate with the world for the health of everyone in it. Learn more at www.janssen.com and follow us @JanssenGlobal. Janssen Research & Development, LLC is part of the Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies. Janssen Pharma R&D seeks an innovative scientist with expertise in creatively applying quantitative analysis to large-scale population-based studies and real-world data to advance our pharmaceutical and/or biomedical research, drug discovery, and development agenda. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and broad biological interests that will enable them to effectively interact with laboratory-based scientists in our Therapeutic Areas. He/she will be a member of the Population Analytics team, which resides in Computational Sciences within the Discovery Sciences organization. The Population Analytics team seeks to bring together researchers within and outside of Janssen with expertise in human disease genetics, statistical genetics and genetic epidemiology, computer/computational science, and high-performance computing. Its mission is to support longitudinal, population-based studies to increase our understanding of pathologies and contribute to Janssen's goals of preventing, intercepting, and treating human diseases. This team is responsible for the integration, analysis and interpretation of data collected on various cohorts and across geographical/time scales. They work on deciphering causal factors such as genes, the environment, and an individual's lifestyle with the aim to facilitate the discovery of novel targets, biomarkers, biological mechanisms and pathways implicated in diseases. The team's goal is to use biomedical data to build a best-in-class target identification and validation engine (TIDVALE) to feed our discovery pipeline. Role & Responsibilities: Develop or use processes, methods, and software to efficiently process, integrate, and analyze a variety of high-dimensional data, including electronic health record, biosensor/imaging, and multi-omics data from large-scale cohorts and publicly available datasets. Contribute to the development of analytical pipelines to build our TIDVALE. Contribute to the development and deployment of tools and workflows required to translate genotype/phenotype data from large population-based cohorts and targeted studies to help our researchers identify or validate potential therapeutic targets, pathways, and biomarkers implicated in disease. Provide scientific expertise on some of the aforementioned areas in collaborations with internal and external partners. Perform and publish high-quality research that is relevant to the mission of the organization; effectively communicate data and results to our partners within and outside of J&J and work productively with colleagues across J&J sectors. Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Qualifications A M.D. and/or Ph.D. in computer/computational sciences, bioinformatics, molecular biology, natural sciences, engineering, data science, statistical genetics, mathematics/statistics or a related subject area is required. A minimum of 3 years post-graduate experience in data analytics in the physical, computing, biological, or biomedical sciences is preferred. Experience with the analysis and processing of raw genomics data and/or high-performance computing is required. Experience working with a variety of computational platforms (i.e., distributed computing systems, cloud-based analytical platforms, and/or cloud-native computing environments) is preferred. Strong computational/bioinformatics skills and proven track record of working with other scientists to deliver on objectives in defined timelines are required. Independence, self-motivation, innovation, and the ability to excel in a goal-oriented, multidimensional, and fast-paced team environment are required. Excellent communication and organizational skills are required; having previously collaborated with cross-functional scientific teams is preferred. Experience with drug discovery and development practices and project support in a large pharmaceutical setting is a plus. Experience using software development tools (e.g., version control, Atlassian products, Docker/Singularity) and programming in a collaborative scientific environment is a plus. The role will require up to 10% domestic/international travel and will be based in our Spring House, Pennsylvania campus in the United States. Primary Location United States-Pennsylvania-Spring House-Welsh & McKean Roads Organization Janssen Research & Development, LLC (6084) Job Function R&D Requisition ID 2105913452W   Apply Here PI138709432 Apply Online Fri, 11 Jun 2021 17:23:21 -0400 https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14985060/professor-and-department-chair-of-agricultural-and-biosystems-engineering https://careers.nspe.org/jobs/rss/14985060/professor-and-department-chair-of-agricultural-and-biosystems-engineering Ames, Iowa, Professor and Department Chair of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering Summary of Duties and Responsibilities: The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and College of Engineering at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa seeks a Professor and Department Chair for the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (ABE). Nominations and applications are sought for a visionary leader with demonstrated capacity to lead this department in all its mission areas. The department and colleges are among the most highly ranked nationally and internationally (weblink), and have a culture of great excellence and accomplishment.  The ABE department is co-administered by two colleges and draws capacities and benefits from both. Candidates are expected to demonstrate a commitment to excellence in discipline-leading education of undergraduate and graduate students, interdisciplinary/transdisciplinary research, relevant extension and outreach programs, and commitment to the local-to-global and diverse outlook of the institution.  The successful applicant for this position is expected to: Provide visionary leadership for the department to serve the needs of diverse faculty, staff, students, stakeholders and citizens to fulfill the land-grant mission of the department, colleges and university; Serve both the department and the two dean’s offices in accomplishing their missions, and be a collaborative member of the college leadership teams across all missions and academic departments; Stimulate and facilitate excellence and impact in all aspects of teaching, research, extension/outreach and service; Ensure sound fiscal and budgetary management to achieve the mission of the department and comply with college and university-level policies and practices related to fiscal responsibility and management; Recruit and retain the best possible people in all department positions, while promoting inclusivity, equity, diversity, and a local-to-global outlook; Recruit and retain a diverse and inclusive student body of undergraduate and graduate students who are prepared to enter many aspects of the engineering, agricultural, technology, natural resources and related arenas as professionals and grow into local-to-global leaders; Foster an environment in which all faculty and staff work to realize the department’s purposes and are held accountable for their performance; Assist faculty, staff and graduate students to attain resources through extramural funding by encouraging a culture of collaboration and innovation; Encourage and foster interdisciplinary collaboration with other departments, centers, and institutes within and external to the university; Communicate effectively the mission, vision and strengths of the department and college within Iowa State University and to external stakeholders and collaborators in the public and private sectors; Nurture and maintain effective relationships with external stakeholders, including leaders and members of Iowa's various agriculture and engineering organizations and the general public;  Nurture and maintain good alumni relations and build alumni support through the ISU Alumni Association and the ISU Foundation to support the full spectrum of the department's activities, including raising funds for capital projects and endowments to support all missions; and Participate in representational activities on behalf of the department and colleges, including after-hours and travel as may be necessary. Required Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D.in any of the areas of expertise in the department, or a closely aligned field; and Qualifying for tenure in COE or CALS at the rank of Professor, by start date. Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated experience in budget/fiscal management of an academic department or university-level unit; Demonstrated experience in personnel management, including recruitment, advancement and retainment of faculty and staff; Demonstrated experience in diversity, equity and inclusion, and team-building for teaching, research and extension/outreach; and Demonstrated experience in working with external stakeholders. Position details: Initial Department Chair appointment is for five years with formal review during year four. This appointment serves at the pleasure of the deans. The position will be filled as a 9 month appointment accompanied by an annual administrative stipend and 2 months of provided summer salary during service as chair. This position has expected percentages of 85 % administrative and 15% in some combination of teaching, research and outreach, and service.  Proposed Start Date:  January 1, 2022 (start date is negotiable) Additional Information: University information https://www.jobs.iastate.edu/whyisu https://www.iastate.edu/ College information https://www.cals.iastate.edu/ https://www.cals.iastate.edu/content/points-pride https://www.engineering.iastate.edu/ Department information www.abe.iastate.edu/ Region information https://www.iowa.gov/about https://www.cityofames.org/about-ames/about-ames https://iowaagriculture.gov/   https://www.nass.usda.gov/Statistics_by_State/Iowa/ Proposed Start Date: January 1, 2022 Number of Months Employed Per Year: 09 Month Work Period Time Type: Full time Pay Grade: 00 (Faculty) Application Instructions: Please apply online at https://isu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/IowaStateJobs/job/Ames-IA/Professor-and-Department-Chair-of-Agricultural-and-Biosystems-Engineering_R4943 Applications will be accepted until the position is filled with review of applications beginning on August 12, 2021. To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: Resume/Curriculum Vitae Contact information for three to five professional references (At least 1 external reference is required for internal candidates). References will not be contacted without permission from the applicant. One page statements on each of the following: vision for research, teaching, extension/outreach, and how the applicant would contribute to the ISU Principles of Community in all aspects of work and on behalf of the department, and colleges. Iowa State University's Principles of Community found here: https://www.diversity.iastate.edu/connect/principles (total of four statements). If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Job Requisition Number: R4943 Iowa State University is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral/Research University-Extensive, a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), and ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top public universities in the nation. More than 30,000 students are enrolled and are served by over 6,200 faculty and staff. Iowa State University is a global and culturally diverse university committed to providing an inclusive, equitable, and diverse environment for both learning and employment. We know that diversity in experience and perspective is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and building an inclusive academic community. At Iowa State, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituents. The university has an expectation that all employees will demonstrate a contribution to diversity and inclusion as embodied in Iowa State University’s Principles of Community . All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check. Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 3410 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email  eooffice@iastate.edu .    Tue, 15 Jun 2021 18:19:44 -0400