Manager, Research Computing

University of Toronto

The University of Toronto is a globally top-ranked public research university in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Date Posted: 11/25/2024
Closing Date: 01/06/2025, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 40815
Job Category: Information Technology (IT)
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering
Department: Faculty IT Office
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

About Us:

The Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering is a world-renowned community of researchers and students dedicated to solving some of the world's most pressing challenges through collaborative and multidisciplinary research and experiential education. We prepare the next generation of engineering leaders and change-makers to unlock the future's boundless potential.

Reporting to the Director, Information Technology, the Manager, Research Computing has the primary responsibility for providing strategic leadership and management for the Faculty’s research computing initiatives. Oversee divisional computing and technology needs, assessing and fulfilling requirements to support the Faculty’s research objectives. Lead special initiatives, focusing on emerging technologies to drive modernization and the development of sustainable support structures. Enhance and standardize secure computing practices across teaching and research labs.

The Manager plays a crucial role in advancing the Faculty’s research computing capabilities while fostering a secure and innovative technological environment. The Manager is responsible for establishing partnerships with academic units, faculty, administrative staff, and students to drive sustainable, security-focused research computing support. IT partners include Information Technology Services and Research & Innovation.

The Manager draws from institutional and industry best practices and maintains up-to-date knowledge of technology and IT security. They will continually evaluate the performance of the Faculty’s research presence and partner with the Manager, Information Security Programs, to identify and analyze gaps and vulnerabilities.

The Manager is responsible for the research computing budget of the Faculty and makes recommendations for major purchases. They are the main contact with external vendors and negotiate procurement contracts. The Manager designs, plans, and implements organizational structure and IT infrastructure to best support the Faculty’s research initiatives.

Qualifications

Education:

• Graduate degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline, or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certification in ITIL Foundation, Project Management, CISSP, or any other security certification is a strong asset.

Experience:

• 10 years of recent and related experience demonstrating leadership and technical expertise in supporting computational research technology.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in strategic goal planning and overseeing IT operations.
• Experience working with research groups in support of their computational needs.
• Experience designing, implementing, and supporting advanced research computing architectures.
• Demonstrated expertise in security fundamentals and compliance expectations.
• Extensive experience working with diverse populations.
• Experience assisting with research/grant applications.

Skills:

• Excellent strategic planning, leadership, and change management skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent budget planning and financial management skills.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to identify opportunities for improvement and work with competing interests.
• Proven ability to develop and implement operational models and oversee multiple projects.
• Strong technical aptitude including experience with Unix/Linux, Windows, virtualization, networking, cloud computing, and databases.

Other:

• A diligent problem solver who can unify and motivate teams.
• Knowledge of research funding and associations.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Closing Date: 01/06/2025, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Salaried
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: PM 5 -- Hiring Zone: $118,368 - $138,097

Diversity Statement:
The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities.

Accessibility Statement:
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community. We are committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and strive to make our recruitment processes accessible.

If you require any accommodations during the application process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.