Research Computing Facilitator, Watson College

Binghamton University

$85K — $100K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in STEM or related field
  • Practical experience with HPC and cloud computing
  • Strong communication skills for diverse research collaboration
  • Master's or Ph.D. preferred
  • Python programming skills preferred
  • Familiarity with AI/ML libraries beneficial
  • Experience in academic research computing is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Partner with researchers to enhance computing workflows
  • Connect BU faculty and staff to advanced research resources
  • Design and troubleshoot HPC and cloud workflows
  • Provide training to foster the research computing community
  • Explore new tools to expand Watson's research capabilities
  • Support faculty in grant proposal preparation

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Access to cutting-edge research technologies
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Engagement with a diverse research community
  • Involvement in innovative projects at the university level
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Budget Title: Senior Programmer/Analyst (SL-4)

Salary: $85,000+ (Commensurate with experience)

Help drive innovation in research computing at Binghamton University!
We're looking for a Research Computing Facilitator to join the Watson Computing team within the Watson College of Engineering and Applied Science. You'll work closely with faculty, staff, and students to help them harness high-performance computing (HPC), advanced data systems, and cutting-edge cyberinfrastructure to power their research.

Responsibilities:
  • Partner with researchers to solve technical challenges and improve workflows for computing-intensive and data-intensive projects
  • Connect faculty, students, and staff to advanced research computing resources at BU and beyond, including national supercomputing centers
  • Help design, optimize, and troubleshoot HPC, cloud, and storage workflows
  • Provide training and outreach to grow BU's research computing community
  • Explore new tools, partnerships, and opportunities to expand Watson's capabilities
  • Support faculty in preparing grant proposals involving cyberinfrastructure

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree (or higher) in STEM or related field
  • Practical experience with research computing (HPC, cloud, data-intensive workflows)
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with a diverse research community

Preferred:
  • Master's or Ph.D. in STEM or related discipline
  • Python programming skills
  • Demonstrated familiarity with AI/ML libraries such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or similar tools commonly used in research computing
  • Experience supporting research computing in an academic setting
  • Familiarity with emerging computing paradigms, such as quantum computing, and their potential applications in research
  • Familiarity with national HPC and cyberinfrastructure resources (ACCESS, DOE/NSF)
  • Experience contributing to and/or writing grant proposals

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that Binghamton University is not an E-Verify employer.

Additional Information:

Offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials.

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Application Instructions:

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Deadline for Internal Applicants: March 24, 2026

Deadline for External Applicants: Open until filled

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.

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  1. Resume,
  2. Cover letter, and
  3. Contact information for three professional references

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