Director, Research Computing at Lehigh University – Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Lehigh University

Lehigh University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Lehigh University provides comprehensive benefits including partner benefits.

Join Lehigh University's Library and Technology Services as Director of Research Computing and lead transformative initiatives that empower world-class research across our dynamic campus. This strategic leadership role offers the opportunity to drive innovation at one of the nation's premier research universities.

Position Number: S80750

This position is a Grade: 12 - 40 with an approximate salary range of $103,300 - $125,660 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide strategic leadership and long-term vision for campus research computing and scientific computing services.
• Develop, implement, and continuously refine a comprehensive Research Computing strategic plan in collaboration with LTS leadership, the Research Computing Steering Committee, and campus stakeholders.
• Partner with University leadership, faculty, and the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs to support grant development, including defining technical standards and requirements for proposals.
• Manage Research Computing budgets, cost-recovery models, and financial planning to ensure sustainable and efficient service delivery.
• Establish, implement, and oversee policies, procedures, and governance for the effective and secure use of research computing systems, including storage, access, and job submissions.
• Lead, supervise, and develop the LTS Research Computing team, including performance management, professional development, and annual evaluations of staff and student employees.
• Coordinate cross-functional collaboration with Systems, Networking, Security, and Library partners to deliver integrated and reliable research computing solutions.
• Oversee the evaluation, procurement, and implementation of research computing hardware, software, cloud resources, and vendor services in alignment with institutional policies.
• Direct the delivery of advanced technical consulting, application support, training, and performance optimization services for PIs and research groups.
• Design and manage research computing support strategies, service metrics, and user engagement initiatives to improve adoption, satisfaction, and research outcomes.
• Serve as the University’s campus champion for national research cyberinfrastructure programs (e.g., XSEDE/ACCESS), advising researchers on appropriate resource utilization.
• Support and participate in research funding activities by collaborating on grant proposals, advising on Data Management Plans, cultivating external partnerships, and leading strategic research technology initiatives.

Qualifications:
• Doctorate Degree in Science (Chemistry, Physics, Biology, etc.), Engineering, Computer or Information Sciences, a related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• Five to eight years of related work experience
• Experience with and a thorough knowledge of the administration of UNIX-based systems (Redhat, Cent OS)
• Expertise in the development, support, parallelization, optimization, and benchmarking of scientific applications and code using tools like Fortran, C/C++, MPI, OpenMP
• Experience with and a thorough knowledge of queuing systems and grid software solutions
• Experience in designing, deploying, and administering UNIX-based HPC systems, preferably in an academic environment

Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. We are committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse community and we seek qualified candidates to contribute to the university’s mission. Lehigh University offers a comprehensive and family friendly benefits package which includes but is not limited to Health Care, Retirement and Educational benefits. Information can be found on our website.

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact Lehigh's Accommodations Specialist.
• The duties of the position do not allow for a remote work option; the employee in this position will be required to work on campus where they can be fully accessible to the Lehigh community
• This position works with minors
• May need to attend and present at conferences, and work additional hours if necessary

Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification, education verification, national criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, PATCH, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the position.

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