Computer Science and Engineering Department: CROSS Practitioner in Residence Pool

University of California - Santa Cruz
United States, California, Santa Cruz
1156 High Street (Show on map)
Nov 15, 2024
Position overview Position title: CROSS Practicioner in Residence (Junior Specialist - Specialist) Salary range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. The posted UCSC Salary Scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See the scale titled, Represented Specialist Series Fiscal Year. "Off-scale salaries", i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions. A reasonable estimate for this position is $53,100 - $188,200. Percent time: Variable percentages of time (50%-100%), based on available funding and/or work. Anticipated start: Appointments are contingent on the hiring unit's research and staffing needs and the availability of funding. This recruitment is valid for initial appointments made in August 2024 through August 2025. Initial appointments with effective dates outside of this recruitment period will require an alternative open recruitment. Position duration: Initial appointments will be made for one year, with the possibility of reappointment. Should the hiring unit propose reappointment; a review to assess performance will be conducted. Reappointment is also contingent upon the availability of work and appropriate funding. Application Window Open date: June 15, 2024 Most recent review date: Monday, Jul 15, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled. Final date: Saturday, Jun 14, 2025 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 Center for Research in Open Source Software (CROSS) under the Department of Computer Science & Engineering in the Baskin School of Engineering at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites qualified individuals to apply to our ongoing pool for the position of Practitioner in Residence. Practitioners contribute to the CROSS academic environment by offering feedback and critique on CROSS projects, collaborating on research opportunities, and providing guidance to CROSS researchers and leadership. We seek qualified individuals who are professional practitioners to support the academic and professional endeavors of CROSS. Experts in open source software development and communities are encouraged to apply. CROSS aims to turn graduate-level research prototypes into successful software projects with vibrant user and developer communities. To meet this goal, the CROSS team uses a combination of teaching, research, and incubation of open source projects. Our proximity to Silicon Valley allows us to match our world-class research expertise with leading tech experts. We draw from this expertise to choose projects that will have maximum real-world impact. Center for Research in Open Source Software (CROSS): https://cross.ucsc.edu/ Computer Science & Engineering Department: https://engineering.ucsc.edu/departments/computer-science-and-engineering/ Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at the time the application is submitted) Bachelor's degree or higher (or equivalent foreign degree). Experience in open source software development. Application Requirements Document requirements Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter - Letter of application that briefly summarizes your qualifications and interest in the position. Statement of Research Sample Publication (Optional) Sample Publication (Optional) Sample Publication (Optional) Apply link: https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01765 Help contact: dditmars@ucsc.edu About UC Santa Cruz 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, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees. Inquiries regarding the University's equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to the Equity and Equal Protection Office at the University of California, Santa Cruz, CA 95064 or by email at equity@ucsc.edu. 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