[iris-bulk] (Job) Computer Professional/Seismic Network Engineer

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STAFF POSITION:  COMPUTER PROFESSIONAL/SEISMIC 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 of Computer Professional/ 
Seismic Network Engineer.

Principal Duties:  Responsible for the engineering, installation, and  
operation of new and back-up telemetry and computer systems to ensure  
continuous data acquisition from the University of Utah’s regional/ 
urban seismic network of more than 200 stations. Shares  
responsibility for the installation, operation, repair and  
maintenance of an extensive digital field computer network at  
multiple field sites throughout Utah associated with continuous  
recording and processing of earthquake data.
Performs the installation of UNIX systems at remote sites. Designs  
communication networks (VPNs) and redundant network and telemetry  
routing.  Works frequently with outside professionals, including IT  
specialists and telecommunications engineers, to establish data  
communication links through off-site firewalls and end-to-end system  
throughput. For new stations and telemetry nodes, selects sites,  
interacts with property owners, deals with equipment selection and  
purchasing, and coordinates and executes the installation process.   
Job requires frequent day trips and occasional overnight travel to  
field installations. Additional duties may be assigned related to  
computer support of data-recording facilities located at the  
University of Utah.

Qualifications:  Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in computer  
science, engineering, or related field. Two or more years experience  
with UNIX systems.  Two or more years experience working with VPNs.   
Two or more years with network monitoring and troubleshooting.  Valid  
Utah drivers license and proof of insurability. Experience with data  
communications hardware including interconnection of modems,  
multiplexers, routers, terminal servers to data transmission media  
such as digital radios, frame-relay/DSL/VPN circuits, etc. (i.e.,  
experience commonly described as associated with a "networking  
person"). Demonstrated project management and interpersonal  
communication skills. Applicant must be self-motivated and capable of  
problem-solving both individually (unsupervised) and as a team  
member. Must be capable of strenuous physical labor (e.g., able to  
lift and carry batteries, equipment, and site construction materials  
commonly weighing 50 lbs or more). Experience with Windows, Sol!
  aris, and Linux required. Experience with C-programming and  
electrical engineering useful. Experience with continuity of  
operations planning also useful.

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

TO APPLY:
1.Complete required online application at  http://www.hr.utah.edu/ 
careers/ (for Job # 29658).

2.Send a resume, cover letter, 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