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Communications Director (7377U) Job 41014 - NHERI Computational Modeling and Simulation Center (SimCenter) About Berkeley At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and... belonging make it a special place for students, faculty Communications Director (7377U) Job 41014 - NHERI Computational Modeling and Simulation Center (SimCenter) About Berkeley

At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and... belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.

The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.

We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles , our Principles of Community , and our Strategic Plan .

Departmental Overview

The NHERI Computational Modeling and Simulation Center (SimCenter) provides next-generation computational modeling and simulation software tools, user support, and educational materials to the natural hazards engineering research community with the goal of advancing the nation's capability to simulate the impact of natural hazards on structures, lifelines, and communities. In addition, the Center enables more informed decisions about the need for and effectiveness of potential mitigation strategies.

The SimCenter provides modeling and simulation tools using a new open-source framework that:

1. addresses various natural hazards, such as windstorms, storm surge, tsunamis, and earthquakes.

2. tackles complex, scientific questions of concern to disciplines involved in natural hazards research, including earth sciences, geotechnical and structural engineering, architecture, urban planning, risk management, social sciences, public policy, and finance.

3. utilizes machine learning to facilitate and improve modeling and simulation using data obtained from experimental tests, field investigations, and previous simulations.

4. quantifies uncertainties associated with the simulation results obtained.

5. utilizes the high-performance parallel computing, data assimilation, and related capabilities to easily combine software applications into workflows of unprecedented sophistication and complexity.

6. extends and refines software tools for carrying out performance-based engineering evaluations and supporting decisions that enhance the resilience of communities susceptible to multiple natural hazards.

7. utilizes existing applications that already provide many of the pieces of desired computational workflows.

The Natural Hazards Engineering Research Infrastructure (NHERI) program, funded by the National Science Foundation, catalyzes advances in natural hazards engineering research. The SimCenter contributes to this vision by transforming the application of numerical modeling and simulation within the field. The SimCenter lays the groundwork for a data-enabled cyberinfrastructure that will move from an environment of disjointed and often single-science, deterministic simulations to a collaborative one that bridges diverse scientific communities and integrates high-performance computing, data, software, and experimental facilities. The project aims to enable researchers to tackle problems of unprecedented scale and complexity, and to prepare a new cohort of natural hazard engineers to address and lead efforts to make society more resilient to natural hazards.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: 8/26/22 - Open Until Filled

Responsibilities

This is a one-year contract

20% Ensures the production of high quality communication products that effectively deliver the desired message within budget and time constraints.

10% Works with SimCenter management and administration to create, develop and implement long- and short-term strategic communications plans and related projects. Member of SimCenter's Education and Community Outreach Committee.

10% Manage, train, guide and direct SimCenter interns and student volunteers who participate and assist during various educational programs and events. Take corrective action with any of the staff or student interns, as required.

5% Works with SimCenter management and other organizations or stakeholders to develop proposals or cooperative agreements to secure funding to expand or realize research potential or direct application of the SimCenter Application Framework through technology transfer.

Required Qualifications

Advanced knowledge and understanding of all aspects of communications, including strategic planning for various media venues, technical aspects and requirements of various venues, and most appropriate and effective applications.

Broad knowledge and understanding of technical applications (including web publishing tools, image and document publishing software) to effectively coordinate with professional technical staff, or personally perform technical work, including design concepts, various media, and applications.

Strong knowledge of SimCenter, its goals, mission, vision, policies, practices, affiliated universities/institutions, and achievements. A strong knowledge of issues in natural hazards engineering and funded scientific research.

Demonstrated ability to identify communication needs, strengths, weaknesses and opportunities.

Advanced skills to create, develop and implement comprehensive long and short term strategic communications plans.

Solid knowledge and skills to advise and consult with management to ensure delivery of the desired message to targeted audiences including researchers, faculty, students, government agencies, and engineering professionals.

Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal communications, active listening, and political acumen skills.

Strong analytical, critical thinking, project management, and problem recognition, avoidance and resolution skills.

Strong skills to ensure production of high quality work within budget and time constraints.

Excellent ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously without loss of productivity, quality or accuracy.

Ability to travel, sometimes with overnight stays required.

Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.

Substantial work experience in communications, technology transfer, project management, or education in relation to a technologically oriented program.

Preferred Qualifications

Masters degree related to engineering.

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit:

https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

This is a one-year contract position. Contract positions may be extended based on operational demand. Contract positions are eligible to participate in the health and welfare programs offered by UC Berkeley.

This position is 50% Full-Time Equivalent

Starting salary will be commensurate with experience.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant see:

https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/ default/files/migrated_files/ employers/poster_screen_ reader_optimized.pdf

For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see:

http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct

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Position overview Salary range: The UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by step at appointment. See the following table(s) for the current salary scale(s) for this position: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2022-23/july-2022-salary-scales/t38-b.pdf . A reasonable estimate for this position is $86,600-$108,700 annually... Percent time: 100% Anticipated start: Fall 2023 Position duration: 12 months with Position overview

Salary range: The UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by step at appointment. See the following table(s) for the current salary scale(s) for this position: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2022-23/july-2022-salary-scales/t38-b.pdf . A reasonable estimate for this position is $86,600-$108,700 annually...

Percent time: 100%

Anticipated start: Fall 2023

Position duration: 12 months with possibility of extension depending on performance and availability of funding.

Application Window

Open date: June 13, 2023

Next review date: Tuesday, Jun 27, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Monday, Jul 31, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

The NHERI Computational Modeling and Simulation Center (SimCenter) provides next-generation computational modeling and simulation software tools, user support, and educational materials to the natural hazards engineering research community with the goal of advancing the nation's capability to simulate the impact of natural hazards on structures, lifelines, and communities. In addition, the Center enables more informed decisions about the need for and effectiveness of potential mitigation strategies. The SimCenter provides modeling and simulation tools using a new open-source framework that:

addresses various natural hazards, such as windstorms, storm surge, tsunamis, and earthquakes;

tackles complex, scientific questions of concern to disciplines involved in natural hazards research, including earth sciences, geotechnical and structural engineering, architecture, urban planning, risk management, social sciences, public policy, and finance;

utilizes machine learning to facilitate and improve modeling and simulation using data obtained from experimental tests, field investigations, and previous simulations;

quantifies uncertainties associated with the simulation results obtained;

utilizes the high-performance parallel computing, data assimilation, and related capabilities to easily combine software applications into workflows of unprecedented sophistication and complexity;

extends and refines software tools for carrying out performance-based engineering evaluations and supporting decisions that enhance the resilience of communities susceptible to multiple natural hazards; and

utilizes existing applications that already provide many of the pieces of desired computational workflows.

The Natural Hazards Engineering Research Infrastructure (NHERI) program, funded by the National Science Foundation, catalyzes advances in natural hazards engineering research. The SimCenter contributes to this vision by transforming the application of numerical modeling and simulation within the field. The SimCenter lays the groundwork for a data-enabled cyberinfrastructure that will move from an environment of disjointed and often single-science, deterministic simulations to a collaborative one that bridges diverse scientific communities and integrates high-performance computing, data, software, and experimental facilities. The project aims to enable researchers to tackle problems of unprecedented scale and complexity, and to prepare a new cohort of natural hazard engineers to address and lead efforts to make society more resilient to natural hazards.

The NHERI SimCenter is seeking 1-2 Assistant Project Scientists to implement, deploy, and support aspects of uncertainty in simulated predictions. The successful candidate(s) will make available advanced and robust methods of quantified uncertainty and reduced order modeling in the SimCenter Application Framework. The methods will utilize high-performance parallel computing, data assimilation, and machine learning.

The successful candidate(s) will be designing and deploying software for the natural hazards research community. This involves the implementation of state-of-the-art methods for uncertainty quantification, reduced order modeling, and machine learning. Complete software support will be provided by the candidate(s) through their preparing and deploying comprehensive software documentation and compelling examples. Active user support will also be provided in responsive user-forum interactions and hosting webinars on deployed methods. The successful candidate(s) will represent SimCenter at technical conferences and workshops, and are expected to interact with users, internal project personnel, and external contributors.

Labor Contract : https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/ra/contract.html

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

PhD or equivalent international degree

Preferred qualifications

PhD degree or equivalent international degree in Civil Engineering, Statistics, Reliability, Risk Engineering, Machine Learning, Applied Mathematics, or related field.

Experience in Software Development using C/C , python, MPI, Qt, distributed version control.

Experience in in Uncertainty Quantification methods (Sampling, Global Sensitivity, Reliability, Parameter Estimation, or Bayesian Calibration).

Experience in reduced order modeling (Surrogate or ML).

2 years of postgraduate experience.

Understanding of the SimCenter Application Framework: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fbuil.2020.558706/full

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

Code sample

Cover letter including a Statement of Research

Reference requirements

3 required (contact information only) Apply link: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF03973

Help contact: jspitzer@berkeley.edu

Campus Information

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at UC Berkeley. Our excellence can only be fully realized by faculty, students, and academic and non-academic staff who share our commitment to these values. Successful candidates for our academic positions will demonstrate evidence of a commitment to advancing equity, inclusion, and belonging.

The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct

In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs - With Updated Interim Amendments . All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of receiving the COVID-19 Vaccine Primary Series or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, Religious Objection, and/or Deferral based on pregnancy or recent COVID-19 diagnosis and/or treatment) no later than the applicable deadline. All Covered Individuals must also provide proof of receiving the most recent CDC-recommended COVID-19 booster or properly decline such booster no later than the applicable deadline. New University of California employees should refer to Exhibit 2 , Section II.C. of the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Attachment for applicable deadlines. All Covered Individuals must also provide proof of being Up-To-Date on seasonal influenza vaccination or properly decline such vaccination no later than the applicable deadline. Please refer to the Seasonal Influenza Vaccination Program Attachment . (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.) Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

Positions that are represented by a collective bargaining unit or agent have particular contracts. For more information, please refer to the relevant contract: Lecturer (IX) contract , Postdoctoral (PX) contract , Academic Researcher (RA) contract , and Librarian (LX ) contract . Questions about represented positions can be directed to the hiring unit.

Job location

Berkeley, CA

To apply, visit https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF03973

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