Science Positions | Research Scientist II at University of New Hampshire in Durham, New Hampshire, United States

Research Scientist II

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University of New Hampshire

Location: Durham, New Hampshire
Category: Admin-Laboratory and Research
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Job Description

Operating Title

Research Scientist II

Long Classification Title

Research Scientist II

Campus Location

Durham

Department

UNH Center for Coastal & Ocean Mapping

Summary of Position

Under the general supervision of CCOM Data Visualization Research Lab Director Thomas Butkiewicz, employee will perform basic research in data visualization and related computer science topics in support of ocean mapping, hydrographic, and marine navigation applications, interpret results of research, determine scientific significance, and participate in dissemination and publication of results.

Acceptable minimum level of education

Master's

Acceptable minimum years of experience

3 years

Posting Number

PS4907FY25

Other minimum qualifications

1. Doctorate or equivalent professional degree in computer science or other data visualization related discipline (e.g. computer graphics, virtual reality, HCI, etc.), with doctoral research closely related to project work; while doctorate degree is preferred, we may also consider a combination of a Master’s degree in computer science or discipline related to data visualization and at least three years of closely related research experience.

2. Extensive knowledge of computer programming and appropriate data analysis techniques.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

1. Knowledge of, and experience coding with C/C++/C# and OpenGL. Also helpful would be experience with Unity, WebGL, Javascript, PHP, SQL, or HTML/XML.

2. Experience with Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality/Mixed Reality or other 3D User Interaction techniques/technologies.

3. Ability to perform statistical analysis on human factors studies data/observations to determine study results and statistical significance.

4. Knowledge of human perceptual issues related to data visualization.

5. Excellent academic writing ability and publication record.

Salary Information

Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.

Quicklink for Posting

https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/63521

Percent Time Information (FTE)

1.0

Grade

21

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

Institution Information

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

The UNH Diversity Resource Guide with information and programming available in the seacoast area, New Hampshire, and the region can be found here: https://www.unh.edu/hr/diversity-resource-guide

Posting Date

10/18/2024

Open Until Filled

Yes

Posting Open to Internal Candidates Only?

No

Interested Internal Candidates Exist?

No

Job Category

Salaried Staff (Exempt)

Appointment Type

Grant Funded

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Duty/Responsibility

Participate in the planning, design, implementation, operation, testing and/or evaluation of data visualization and interaction research projects focused on hydrography, ocean mapping, and marine navigation, including the collection and collation of results.

Duty/Responsibility

Participate in the design, development, and calibration of tools for data collection, including specialized scientific equipment, devices, or instruments.
This includes tools for collecting hydrographic data in the field (e.g. camera systems) and data in the lab (e.g. logging user interaction data in human factors studies).

Duty/Responsibility

Participate in the analysis, organization, maintenance, and evaluation of hydrographic, ocean mapping, marine navigation, and human factors studies data, including development of computer programs, determination of the data’s significance, diagnosis and evaluation of problems with the data, and the statistical analysis and preparation of results for publication or distribution.

Duty/Responsibility

Present results of data visualization and interaction research in various formats, including through publications, seminars, or professional conferences.

Duty/Responsibility

Consult with and establish relationships with other scientists, researchers, and practitioners in project area of expertise, as well as stakeholders in funding agencies (e.g. NOAA) and industrial partners.

Duty/Responsibility

Supervise and/or advise graduate students on research projects; supervise and/or provide tutorial assistance to undergraduate students in area of expertise, as assigned.

Duty/Responsibility

Serve as primary resource for questions related to the data and research projects, and provide information related to research projects to varied audiences, as required.
This includes demonstrations of lab research projects and technologies to stakeholders, students, and other lab visitors.

Duty/Responsibility