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Harvard University
  • Position Number: 3739541
  • Location: Cambridge, MA
  • Position Type: Computer and Information Technology

Harvard University

Senior Research Software Engineer
Harvard University Information Technology
60466BR

Position Description


This is a fully benefited, full-time Harvard University position that has been funded for one year. There is the possibility of renewal, contingent on funding, university priorities and satisfactory job performance.

Harvard University Information Technology (HUIT) is a community of Information Technology professionals committed to delivering service and technological solutions in support of teaching, learning, research and administration. We are recruiting an IT workforce that has both breadth in their ability to collaborate and innovate across disciplines - and depth in specific areas of expertise. HUIT offers opportunities for IT professionals to learn and work in a unique technology landscape and service-focused environment. If you are a technically proficient, nimble, user-focused, and accountable IT professional who also connects with the importance of collaborating well in a team environment, we are looking for you!


*For those interested in remote work, this role can be primarily remote. We also have beautiful on-campus space in the heart of Harvard Square for employees who choose to be on-site.*



HUIT is hiring a Senior Research Software Engineer (RSE) funded by Prof. Ölveczky at the Center for Brain Science to support the development of a new method for tracking naturalistic behavior in mammalian and avian model organisms. This project requires full-stack development including both front-end interface and back-end data design. This position will work within a team of RSEs in University Computing reporting to Associate Director of RSE and with researchers in the Ölveczky Lab with Prof. Ölveczky providing strategic oversight of the position.

The Ölveczky Laboratory has developed the method (DANNCE) that enables high-resolution 3D tracking of kinematics across an animal's entire behavioral repertoire, using input only from consumer video cameras. The initial version of this method has been adopted by dozens of research groups around the world and is currently used to shed light on Parkinson's disease, dystonia, retinal degeneration, autism spectrum disorder, stroke, learning, memory, and motor control. The core of the DANNCE method is a new deep learning algorithm that uses projective geometry to build a representation of 3D space from 2D images and then infers the 3D positions of body landmarks over time. Through regular engagements with researchers, this senior RSE will work to enhance the software's usability, scalability, maintainability, and reliability, with the goal of having a plug-and-play open-source package facilitating broad adoption of the technology. Harvard University is looking for candidates with diverse backgrounds and new perspectives to work in HUIT.

Typical Core Duties:


  • Advise researchers in the design, planning, and implementation of software or data analysis that enriches research productivity and reliability

  • Build deep understanding of specific research activities through regular engagements

  • Develop a scope of work and timely project plan with regular milestones

  • Build and maintain software code and custom data processing pipelines for complex environments

  • Apply firm understanding of numerical methods or data analysis to develop custom solutions to meet researchers' needs

  • Work in a team of developers and researchers in collaboration with systems professionals

  • Provide regular communications to stakeholders with project updates

  • Build internal code design and development guides for future contributors

  • Build advanced curriculum and teach workshops for researchers on sustainable software and data management practices that preserve the reproducibility of their research domain

  • Abide by and follow the Harvard University IT technical standards, policies and Code of Conduct



Basic Qualifications


  • Minimum of seven years' post-secondary education or relevant work experience




Additional Qualifications and Skills


The following Additional Qualifications are strongly preferred. If you meet some, but not all, you are still encouraged to apply; we value employees with a willingness to learn.


  • Demonstrated experience with cross-platform GUI toolkits.

  • Proven work experience in designing, developing, debugging, deploying, and optimizing web applications.

  • Hands-on experience with database language and tools (SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL).

  • Practical experience with containerization and related technologies.

  • Experience with Linux and bash scripting.

  • Demonstrated experience with neuroscience data structures is a PLUS.

  • Comfortable working with version control systems such as git.

  • Strong project management and organizational skills.

  • Experience working in a cross-functional team in an agile environment.

  • An interest in neuroscience or behavioral research is desired.



Certificates and Licenses


  • Completion of Harvard IT Academy specified foundational courses (or external equivalent) preferred



Working Conditions

Interview and onboarding activity for this position may be conducted via telephone & Zoom video conferencing, based on the department's current presence on campus.

This position will be a hybrid role with the option to work on campus or remotely as often as desired, with the expectation of attending in-person meeting and collaborative sessions when the opportunity presents itself. HUIT actively supports hybrid work where business and team needs allow. Additional detail will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed in a state in which Harvard is registered to do business (CA, CT, GA, IL, MA, MD, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI, VA, VT, and WA).

The University requires all Harvard community members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and remain up to date with COVID-19 vaccine boosters, as detailed in Harvard's Vaccine & Booster Requirements. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. More information regarding the University's COVID vaccination requirement, exemptions, and verification of vaccination status may be found at the University's "COVID-19 Vaccine Information" webpage: http://www.harvard.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine-information/.

Harvard continues to place the highest priority on the health, safety and wellbeing of its faculty, staff and students, as well as the wider community. Information and details can be found via Harvard's Coronavirus Workplace Policies website: https://hr.harvard.edu/corona-virus-workplace-policies.


Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

Job Function
Information Technology

Sub Unit
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Location
USA - MA - Cambridge

Department
University Research Computing

Time Status
Full-time

Union
00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

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Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.





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