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Cornell University is recruiting for two Data Analyst Consultants to work closely with domain
scientists, digital library and data specialists, and colleagues in the Center for Advanced
Computing (CAC). Candidates for these positions will consult with researchers across a variety of
disciplines to improve access to scientific information. The Data Analyst Consultants will
reside at the CAC but will work closely with Cornell research groups, the Cornell University
Library, and others to proactively define data management needs, help develop solutions, and
identify new infrastructures needed for data management. S/he will identify areas of
commonality between different scientific domains as well as differences as part of a
university-wide team focused on data-driven science. In addition, the Data Analyst
Consultants will conduct pilot projects, develop a cyberinfrastructure white paper to assist and
guide Cornell in planning for handling large research datasets, and identify and facilitate
responses to funding opportunities and collaborations.
Both positions require strong communication and collaboration skills as well as strong analytical
and project management competencies. Candidates for these positions should have an advanced
degree in the sciences (physical, life, or computer/information), a working knowledge of
high-performance computing workflows, visualization, and data mining tools, as well as
several years of experience in managing data for a large project.
See the full position descriptions (pdf links: first position,
second position)
to learn more about these positions.
To apply go to the Cornell Office of Human Resources webpage, Job Numbers 09613 and 09606.