Facility Director Academic Assistant 3 - Digital Experience Group CORE Job

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JOB SUMMARY
The Center for Open Research Resources and Equipment (****within the University of Connecticut seeks a Director to lead the Digital Experience Group (****


The Digital Experience Group (DXG) is a newly formed innovative core research facility that aims to provide the university research community with access to high-quality app development, UI/UX design, and other technology innovation services. The successful candidate will be motivated to refine, promote, and expand a high-quality technology innovation service at the cutting edge of current software development/design paradigms. In addition to general administrative duties, it is expected that the director will provide technical support on projects and will participate in recruiting, teaching, and supervising a team of talented student software application developers and designers both in DXG as well as Squared Labs (****in support of the University's research mission.



MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in a relevant discipline (computer science, design, etc.).
At least 4 years of experience as a software developer with a portfolio of representative work.
The capability to be a self-directed learner.
Evidence of independent work, as well as collaboratively as a member of a team.
Demonstrated experience managing projects for timely delivery/installation.
Experience with building applications using one or more of the following technologies: Ruby, NodeJS, React, Vue, Laravel.
Experience with agile product management & the principles of Lean UX as applied to the delivery of quality digital products.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience designing, building, and maintaining automated software delivery pipelines using tools such as Gitlab CI, and Circle CI.
Experience designing, building, and maintaining automated server infrastructure using virtualization and containerization technologies such as VirtualBox, Vagrant, and Docker.
Supervisory skills and demonstrated ability to provide oversight of and leadership to a team of developers/designers.
Experience working within a startup-like environment.
Experience working in an academic or higher education institution.
Experience teaching current software development and UI/UX practices.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a full-time, 12-month, annually renewable position. Full-time positions include an excellent benefits package including medical and retirement, as well as employee and tuition waivers at the University of Connecticut. Salary will be commensurate with the successful candidate's background and experience. Positions are anticipated to be based on the main UConn Storrs Campus.



TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment at the University of Connecticut is contingent upon the successful candidate's compliance with the University's Mandatory Workforce COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. This Policy states that all workforce members are required to have or obtain a Covid-19 vaccination as a term and condition of employment at UConn, unless an exemption or deferral has been approved.


Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.



TO APPLY
Please apply online at ****Staff Positions, Search #496125 and upload a resume
and cover letter
that effectively demonstrate how the qualifications required for the position are satisfied and contact information for three (3) professional references
. Review of applications will begin immediately.


This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on March 17, 2022.


All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics, which may be found at ****


The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty, and staff. The diversity of students, faculty, and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians, and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University's teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn's ranking as one of the nation's top research universities. UConn's faculty and staff are the critical links to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural, and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities, and members of traditionally underrepresented populations
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Start Date: ASAP
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
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