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The Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has an opening for a Visualization Laboratory Manager.  The Visualization Laboratory (VisLab) is part of the Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology’s core research facilities.  The VisLab offers resources to support a wide variety of projects for research such as scientific visualization, image analysis and quantification, high-speed video, macro photography, publication graphics and additional capabilities in support of visualization.  The resources are provided to users through a broad variety of state-of-the-art hardware and software operations.  The Visualization Laboratory is open to all faculty, students and staff on the UIUC campus, as well as approved users from other universities and industry.  The function of the Visualization Laboratory Manager is to (1) manage the day-to-day operations of the VisLab, (2) provide research support on scientific visualization and related topics, (3) educate and train researchers on the use of equipment and services available at the VisLab and (4) act as a liaison with other campus units.

 

Duties and responsibilities:

 

Management (35%)

 

  • Manage the Visualization Laboratory as a viable, state-of-the-art resource for researchers.
  • Ensure functionality and operation of all lab resources (instruments, hardware and software), including software installation, maintenance, testing, updates and some hardware diagnostics, troubleshooting and repairs.
  • Perform first-level systems support for VisLab workstations in a mixed-OS environment (Windows, Mac, Linux) and coordinate with systems administration staff for additional support and repairs.
  • Write technical and non-technical documentation of projects and services to support VisLab equipment and techniques when necessary.
  • Develop and implement VisLab policies where appropriate to ensure smooth operations.
  • Manage the self-supporting activities and budget of the VisLab.
  • Manage and refer projects to the VisLab graphic services team.

 

Research Support & Education (35%)

 

  • Train facility users on instruments, hardware and software located in the VisLab.
  • Develop and teach technical workshops on visualization and related topics, such as image analysis for researchers.  Create and foster a community of users to share best practices, tips and lessons learned.
  • Respond to inquiries from users and seek to resolve questions and meet requests in a timely manner.
  • Provide consultation support to researchers at all levels by assessing researchers’ visualization and computational needs or challenges and develop strategies to address those.
  • Maintain an up-to-date understanding of new technologies and techniques in visualization and other related areas, such as image analysis, and disseminate such information to current and potential users.
  • Conduct VisLab tours and organize educational events with the objective of educating researchers about the equipment and services available.
  • Assist faculty members with funding proposals, providing technical details and justifications upon request.

 

Relationship Building (20%)

 

  • Collaborate with other Beckman and campus units in providing a cohesive set of resources related to visualization and other related areas such as image analysis.
  • Engage with Beckman Institute research groups and researchers from across campus to ensure the VisLab’s usefulness to their research and ways of continuing offering relevant services and equipment.
  • Act as a liaison with other campus units, such as the National Center for Supercomputing Applications, that provide research resources complementary to those offered by the VisLab and build long-term relationships with such units.
  • Promote the graphic services team to other campus units.

 

Other (10%)

 

  • Supervise VisLab staff, which includes the graphic services team.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.

 

 

Minimum Qualifications:

 

  • A Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline closely related to the position AND two (2) years (24 months) of work experience in a laboratory or similar setting closely related to the position.

OR

Total of five (5) years (60 months) of any combination of education in a scientific discipline and/or work experience in a laboratory or similar setting related to the position.

  • One (1) year (12 months) of supervisory and/or administrative experience.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

 

  • Master’s degree in computer science, visualization, information science or related fields of study.  Alternate degree fields will be considered/accepted if accompanied by equivalent experience.
  • Advanced experience with visual- and image-based software applications such as Abaqus, Amira-Avizo and COMSOL Multiphysics.
  • Familiarity with other software packages such as Python, R and MATLAB.
  • Experience providing computer and technical end-user support.
  • Experience working in an academic or industrial research environment or in another capacity in support of scientific imaging and visualization technologies.
  • BA/BS degree in computer science, visualization, information science or related fields of study.  Alternate degree fields will be considered/accepted if accompanied by equivalent experience.
  • Experience in scientific image acquisition, processing and visualization.
  • Proficiency with multiple computer operating systems (Windows, Mac, Linux) and some familiarity with visual- and image-based software applications such as Abaqus, Amiro-Avizo and COMSOL Multiphysics.
  • Understanding of computer hardware systems and first-level computer hardware diagnostics, troubleshooting and repairs.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

 

  • Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to effectively interact with faculty, students and staff.
  • Ability to self-manage, work independently on a day-to-day task, multitask, prioritize and manage multiple deadlines.
  • Ability to learn new skills quickly and keep current with new technologies.

 

Appointment Information


This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 2408 – Laboratory Manager position, appointed on a 12-month basis.  The expected start date is as soon as possible after the posting period closes.  The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $80,000/year.  Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements and budget constraints.

 

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS website at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx. 

 

Application Procedures and Deadline Information


Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on July 15, 2024. Apply for this position by visiting https://illinois.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/10913?c=illinois and using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of the posting.  Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered.  If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment.  For further information about this specific position, please contact jobs@beckman.illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

 

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates.  Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. 

 

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at (217) 333-0885 or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.