Assistant In Research Software Development

The Opportunity

The Institute for Simulation and Training (IST) in the Office of Research (OOR) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) invites applications for the position of assistant in Research Software Development. This is a contracts and grants (C&G) funded position with the U.S. Army as the current primary sponsor. IST is a leader in providing cutting-edge training technologies that span cybersecurity and its training. The qualified candidate will have opportunities to work with advanced cybersecurity training platforms, automated testing software & automated web technologies, develop automated testing strategies, and participate in an agile-based, rapid-paced, production-oriented team environment. Position is a 12-month, non-tenure-track position reporting to the principal investigator of IST's efforts in this area.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a field related to computer science or modeling and simulation and three years of related professional experience.

Demonstration experience in the technical aspects of programming.

Knowledge and experience in a programming language.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization is preferred. Demonstrated experience in web technologies, particularly the use of Selenium or other automation web technologies. Experience in automated testing platforms.

Additional Application Materials Required:

UCF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website, https://www.ucf.edu/jobs/.In addition to the online application, candidates should upload a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae or resume, and a list with contact information for three (3) professional references.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials.

NOTE: Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be simultaneously uploaded. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.

Questions regarding this search should be directed to: Naya Ramirez, Search Committee Manager, at nayade.ramirez@ucf.edu.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

This is a full-time position supported by contracts and grants funding (C&G) and is contingent upon available funding. U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance is required due to job location.

Internal title: Assistant In Software Development, Cybersecurity

Job Close Date:

Open until filled.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program.

• Paid time off, including annual (12-month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.

• Retirement savings options.

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions.

• Education assistance.

• Flexible work environment.

• And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide click here.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.

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As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

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If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email onac@ucf.edu.