[iris-bulk] (Job) STRONG-MOTION NETWORK ENGINEER at U of Utah

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STAFF POSITION:  COMPUTER PROFESSIONAL/STRONG-MOTION NETWORK ENGINEER
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH, SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH

The University of Utah Seismograph Stations, a research, educational,  
and public-service unit within the University’s Department of Geology  
and Geophysics, has a vacant staff position for a Computer  
Professional/Strong-Motion Network Engineer.

Principal Duties:  Responsible for the operation, repair, and  
maintenance of an extensive digital field computer network at  
approximately 100 sites in the Utah region (predominantly, but not  
exclusively, in the Wasatch Front area) associated with strong-motion  
earthquake recording. Field sites are both in the urban built  
environment and on nearby rock topography. Maintains digital data  
acquisition systems and associated telemetry. For new installations:  
selects sites, interacts with property owners, purchases equipment,  
performs site construction work, and installs delicate  
instrumentation. May supervise one or more individuals assisting in  
the station installation process. Works frequently with IT  
specialists to establish data communication links through off-site  
firewalls and works with telecommunications engineers to establish  
end-to-end system throughput. Maintains a detailed database of  
station parameters and repair histories. Interacts with original  
equipment manufacturers and software engineers to ensure data  
collection integrity. Job requires frequent day trips and occasional  
overnight travel to field installations. Additional duties may be  
assigned related to the installation, maintenance, and operation of  
other types of seismic network instrumentation, including portable  
seismographs as part of post-earthquake deployments.

Qualifications:  Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in computer  
science, engineering, or related field. Experience with at least some  
of the following data communications hardware: modems, multiplexers,  
routers, and terminal servers. Experience with diverse data  
transmission media (e.g., digital radios, frame-relay/DSL/VPN  
circuits). Experience with Windows and with UNIX or Linux (experience  
with C-programming helpful). Valid Utah driver's license and proof of  
insurability. Demonstrated project management and interpersonal  
communication skills. Diversity of electronic and mechanical skills  
desirable. Applicant must be self-motivated and capable of problem- 
solving both individually (unsupervised) and as a team member. Must  
be capable of performing field work, often under inclement  
conditions, and capable of strenuous physical labor (e.g., able to  
lift and carry batteries, equipment, and site construction materials  
commonly weighing 50 lbs or more).

To apply online, see instructions at http://www.hr.utah.edu/careers/  
(Job # 31483).

Applicants are also asked to send a resume, a brief letter outlining  
interests, and the names and contact information for three references  
to:

Relu Burlacu, Manager
University of Utah Seismograph Stations
135 South 1460 East, Room 705WBB
Salt Lake City, UT 84112-0111
Phone: 801-585-7972; fax: 801-585-5585
burlacu at seis.utah.edu

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity  
Employer.