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<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="color:blue">Current UC employees must apply internally via <em>SuccessFactors</em> </span></strong></span></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati</span></strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at <a href="http://uc.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">uc.edu</a>. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success. </span></span></p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>About the School of Information Technology </b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">The School of Information Technology is a national leader in studying solutions and needs that connect people, information, and the technology of the time. The SoIT (School of Information Technology) is home to Ohio's first Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Information Technology. In addition, it is home to Ohio's first ABET accredited Bachelor of Science in Information Technology and a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity. The SoIT has been growing at 15% annually and currently serves more than 1,550 students with 33 full-time faculty members, 38 full-time staff, and 39 adjunct faculty. The SoIT is home to several centers including an NSA/DHS Center for Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense, the Information Technology Solutions Center, the Ohio Cyber Range Institute, Applied Machine Learning and Intelligence Center, and the Smart Synergies Lab.</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> </span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">The SoIT is an interdisciplinary, team-oriented, dynamic, and entrepreneurial environment. It empowers individuals to become passionate, solution-minded Information Technology professionals by fostering continuous innovation, research, leadership development, interdisciplinary problem solving, and real-world experience. More information about the school can be found at <a href="http://cech.uc.edu/it">http://cech.uc.edu/it</a>.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">The Information Technology Solutions Center (ITSC) is a student-run and faculty-led initiative in the SoIT that seeks to investigate and develop innovative information technology (IT) solutions that meet the needs of organizations. Established in 2012, the ITSC engages in more than 20 projects annually through the leadership of the ITSC director, three faculty fellows, one research associate, and 15-20 undergraduate and graduate students each semester. The ITSC works with research centers, small and large businesses as well as state and local government agencies. </span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Job Overview</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">The ITSC seeks to hire a Sr. Research Assistant to join its vibrant team and support its ongoing operation.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">The Sr. Research Assistant will be responsible for translating system and client needs (analysis and development) into technical solutions by writing software applications, integrating systems, creating, modifying and/or supporting desktop, web-based, mobile, cloud, and virtual applications and application programming interfaces. Reporting to a faculty fellow, the Sr. Research Assistant will support the ITSC DevSecOps activities.</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">This position is 100% on-site.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Please note that this position is not eligible for H-1B or permanent residency sponsorship. However, candidates with Optional Practical Training with at least 2 years remaining are welcome to apply. </span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Essential Functions</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Develop and build basic to intermediate IT applications and programs from detailed specifications to meet business requirements.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Develop software ecosystems, including APIs, backend systems, client interfaces, and frontend or mobile applications, using appropriate architectural approaches (e.g., client-server, distributed, microservices).</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Coordinate teams of student developers using technologies such as Node.JS, React.JS, and database management systems.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Mentor student workers.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Lead daily standup and agile sprint meetings to ensure team alignment and progress.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Review and approve code to maintain quality standards.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Maintain application software repositories using Git.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Maintain continuous integration pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions).</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Write documentation including functional specifications and user support materials.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Assist with researching and implementing best practices in software development.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Adhere to quality assurance best practices: unit testing, user acceptance testing, code documentation, code reviews, and test case creation.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Troubleshoot and enhance existing software applications to meet evolving user needs.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Essential Functions (Cont'd)</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Perform routine maintenance and production support to ensure system uptime and reliability.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Evaluate and supplement vendor documentation for third-party software.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Work collaboratively with development teams using established software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, RAD).</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Follow organizational standards for time tracking, ticket resolution, and relationship management.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Assist with basic server administration tasks including user access management, service monitoring, system updates, and configuration validation.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Support the maintenance of development and production environments (e.g., application servers, databases, CI/CD infrastructure) to ensure availability, performance, and security.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Collect, organize, and maintain technical evidence required for compliance with organizational IT and security policies (e.g., access controls, backup verification, patching records, logging, and monitoring artifacts).</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Assist in documenting and validating security controls and operational procedures in alignment with institutional security standards and compliance requirements.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Participate in routine security and operational reviews by providing technical artifacts, system documentation, and verification data as requested.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Minimum Requirements</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">All of the following are required prior to start date:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field with coursework in Software Application Development and a minimum GPA of 3.6 on a 4.0 scale in the highest attained degree</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">One year of experience, including some or all of the following:</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Software development with Node.JS and React.JS.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Structured query language with enterprise database management systems such as PostgreSQL.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Administering software applications on Linux and Windows platforms including tools such as Docker and Git.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Designing software applications.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Writing scripts and programs in TypeScript or JavaScript</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Additional Qualifications Considered</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Experience with the information technology solutions center or a similar environment.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Familiarity with DevSecOps and information security compliance. </span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Application Process</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Review of the applications will start as soon as possible until the position is filled. Applicants must submit:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Cover Letter</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">CV/Resume</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">At least three references</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Physical Requirements/Work Environment</b></H2> </div><ul style="margin-top:0.0;margin-bottom:0.0"><li>Sitting - Continuously </li><li>Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Often </li><li>Hearing, listening - Often </li><li>Talking - Often </li><li>Standing - Often </li><li>Walking - Often </li><li>Bending - Often </li><li>Reaching overhead - Often </li><li>Stooping - Seldom </li><li>Kneeling, squatting - Seldom </li><li>Crouching - Seldom </li><li>Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Seldom </li><li>Lifting - up to 50 pounds - Seldom </li></ul></div></div><p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Compensation and Benefits</strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance.</span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> Eligibility varies by position and FTE. </span><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Highlights include:<br><br></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><strong>Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information:</strong> $55,000-$60,000</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Comprehensive Tuition Remission</strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><strong style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Robust Retirement Plans</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><strong style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Real Work-Life Balance</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Vacation and sick time</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><strong style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Additional Benefits Include:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Competitive salary range of $55,000 - $60,000 based on experience</span></span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)</span></span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs</span></span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Professional development & mentorship opportunities</span></span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at </span><strong style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><u><a style="color:#467886" href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>. </u></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.</span></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">REQ: 101065 </span></span></p> <p> </p>