Posting Date: 12 April 2013

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design, test, and implement complex business and financial application development projects from beginning to end.
Troubleshoot and resolve program/system problems quickly and efficiently.
Develop, maintain, and perform various data loads and extract, transform & load (ETL) processes.
Update database applications, processes, shell scripts.
Resolve any technical communication issues with other Laboratory and UW databases to import and export data.
Research, evaluate, recommend and implement a modernized RDBMS for the APL business and financial environment.
Install, maintain, and manage production, test, and development database environments. Install and test software upgrades and patches. Monitor and tune database performance, storage, and back-up/recovery capacity. Monitor and maintain database security. Create and update database/user documentation.

REQUIREMENTS:
-Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Engineering AND 5 years of experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
-Excellent programming logic and code-writing style.
-Detailed experience with one or more database platforms, e.g. Microsoft SQL Server, Ingres, MySQL or PostgreSQL.
-Excellent written and oral communication skills.
-Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
-Ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

DESIRED:
-Experience operating Web services in a LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) or similar environment.
-Experience programming with HTML, Perl, Python, CSS, JavaScript.
-Experience programming in VBA, especially VBA for Excel 2010.
-Experience developing financial applications.
-Knowledge of University of Washington accounting system.
Condition of Employment:
A satisfactory outcome from a criminal background verification may be required prior to hire.

-May be subject to successful completion of E-Verify process.

Posting Date: 31 January 2014

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Department:

Environmental & Information Systems

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Report to Director, Center for Environmental and Information Systems (CEIS), which is comprised of approximately 53 members, 20 of whom are principal investigators, with 6 principal and 33 senior scientists, engineers, physicists, or oceanographers.

- Prepare grant and contract proposals with attention to sponsor and UW requirements and policies. Coordinate complex group proposals, which may involve multiple UW departments, U.S. agencies/organizations, and international collaborators over multiple years.

- Participate in negotiating complicated contractual arrangements such as invention disclosures, human subjects agreements, industry contracts, small business subcontracting plans, and fabrication tasks. Research outside entities, explain conflicting intellectual property rights to all parties, communicate proprietary information among parties, and work with purchasers as well as APL-UW and UW purchasing departments to achieve compliance with spending categories as outlined in the proposals.

- Develop critical systems to track department resources and expenditures including a database to track and define CEIS project and financial information to perform resource allocation. Advise department head of funding shortfalls and help make adjustments. Analyze and track financial accountability to help minimize the risk of improperly charged purchases, phone, and travel expenditures.

- Participate in planning and administration of research projects, including advising on resource allocation, preparation of project management schedules, and periodic technical progress reports, annual APL-UW Executive Director's report of department finances, resources, and technical research.

- Provide liaison for research scientists with program sponsors, including program managers and grant and contract personnel. Prepare periodic reports to sponsors.

- Assist in administration and coordination of logistics for research programs.

- Assist with relevant duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

- BS/BA in a relevant discipline and four years of experience as an administrative generalist, or a combination of education and experience providing comparable capabilities.

- Extensive experience with PC operation, Database software, Microsoft Office applications including PowerPoint.

- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

- Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

DESIRED:

- Experience with grant and contract management, budgets, and accounting.

- Experience with UW FIN and Financial Desktop.

Posting Date: 25 February 2014

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

The Applied Physics Laboratory at the University of Washington has an outstanding opportunity for an Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM).

Reporting to the APL-UW Director of Security and Special Programs, the incumbent will serve as the Laboratory's Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) and as such will coordinate with the UW Facility Security Officer/University Information Systems Security Manager (FSO/ISSM) in managing all aspects of APL-UW's industrial security information systems security program, including but not limited to information system security operations, physical security as it relates to information systems security, compliance with federal policies and regulations, information systems security training, and other security issues as assigned.

Position Complexities:
Developing, implementing, and managing effective and efficient information system security practices that are compliant with continually evolving national security federal law, policy, regulations, and guidelines is the most complex requirement of this position. The incumbent will continuously integrate information gathered from a variety of sources into APL information systems security practices, coordinating with the FSO/ISSM to ensure consistency as appropriate across the broad University's industrial security program. The incumbent will efficiently manage APL information system security resources while maintaining complete security compliance and effective systems.

Position Dimensions and Impact to the University:
A successful security program enables the APL to optimally conduct scientific research and to compete for future grants and contracts involving sensitive federal government information. Maintaining and enhancing classified computing systems is a key component of APL's compliance portfolio. Furthermore, the incumbent may, upon direction of the Laboratory's Director of Security and the FSO, act on behalf of the UW FSO/ISSM in his absence concerning classified computing issues across the broad University.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent works with the APL Information System Security Officers (ISSOs) in coordination with the University's FSO/ISSM to ensure that the Laboratory's Secret Internet Protocol Routed Network (SIPRNet) enclave maintains compliance with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) requirements. The incumbent will ensure that users are correctly following the security procedures. The incumbent will remain available during core business hours to assist users, provide assistance with user accounts, monitor activity of the circuit, and troubleshoot and resolve networking issues. The incumbent configures, updates, and monitors SIPRNet network infrastructure devices consisting of routers, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention components, and switches. The incumbent is responsible for the local Host Based Security System (HBSS) implementation and operation. The incumbent interfaces directly with the Computer Network Defense Service Provider (CNDSP) to provide support related to CNDSP subscription services. The incumbent will use tools authorized by DISA to test the system, i.e. vulnerability scanner, Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) compliance checker, and antivirus. Maintains compliance records for SIPRNet network infrastructure devices using the online Vulnerability Management System (VMA) database. Completes required and recommended training activities necessary to maintain technical proficiency and required certifications.

The incumbent ensures that all remaining classified computing systems are established/maintained in compliance with Defense Security Service (DSS) requirements, that users are correctly following proper security procedures, and that all classified information systems are properly secured. The incumbent works collaboratively with the FSO/ISSM to develop, document and present information system security education, awareness and training; establish, document, implement, and monitor the industrial information systems security information systems program, ensuring compliance with federal policy and regulations; identify and document any unique information system security threats; conduct periodic information system self-inspections and coordinate corrective actions for all findings; conduct certification tests and certify to DSS that that all required information system protection measures are in place and provide the necessary protections; and other responsibilities described in applicable federal information system security requirement documents. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring weekly security checks of all accredited systems are completed. As necessary, the incumbent performs system administration functions for modern operating systems and applications, including but not limited to Microsoft Windows and Red Hat Enterprise Linux operating systems, such as installing and configuring operating systems, installing patches and updates, adjusting security controls to meet federal requirements, monitoring operation, and creating and managing system back-ups. The incumbent will ensure System Security Plans for all classified computing areas assigned to his/her responsibility are maintained.

The incumbent will remain available during core business hours to support users of classified computing systems by providing guidance and training on security policy, plans and procedures; performing system administrator functions; ensuring critical information is backed-up; and adding or removing classified systems. For all active users, the incumbent verifies the clearance and need to use the systems assigned to his/her responsibility annually.

Lead Responsibilities:
Ensures that information systems security projects are completed in a timely manner and within budget. Monitors and evaluates information system security plans, focuses on results and measuring attainment of outcomes. Ensures systems are compliant with federal requirements and that all users are properly following security procedures.

REQUIREMENTS:

%u2022Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Information Security strongly preferred.

%u20225 years of progressively responsible experience in a defense contractor classified information system security program.

%u2022Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense TOP SECRET personnel security clearance.


Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

DESIRED:



%u2022Demonstrated ability to work independently, make critical decisions, and work effectively with all levels of the organization.

%u2022DoDD 8570.01M IAT Level III, or IAM or IASAE (any level) certification.

%u2022Ability to communicate effectively, both written and oral, with senior officials and with technical and non-technical audiences.

%u2022Certification in computer operations and security as required by federal requirements (e.g., Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) and Certified Information Systems Security Professions (CISSP).

%u2022Successful completion of training modules/courses of direct relevance (i.e., DSS training for Information System Security Manager and related modules).

%u2022Linux and Windows operating system experience.

%u2022Experience with NIST 800-53 standards.

%u2022Experience in information system security and compliance programs at a research university.

%u2022Military experience.



Condition of Employment:
Appointment to this position is contingent upon obtaining satisfactory results from a criminal background check.

-May be subject to successful completion of E-Verify process.
-Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense TOP SECRET personnel security clearance.
-This position requires a flexible work schedule and the normal work schedules may often extend beyond normal University business hours (8am-5pm). The incumbent must be present at APL during core business hours. The incumbent must be available to rapidly respond to security alarms during all hours (must be able to respond within one hour to APL when on call during evenings, weekends, and holidays). Work beyond the normal 40-hour week, including evenings, nights, and weekends, may be required.

Posting Date: 7 November 2013

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Postdoctoral Research Associate Position at the Applied Physics Laboratory of the University of Washington, Seattle, WA.

The Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) at the University of Washington is seeking Post-doctoral Research Associates with research interests in Oceanography, Polar Science, Remote Sensing, Environmental Acoustics and Ocean Engineering.

APL is a unit of the University of Washington and a University Affiliated Research Center of the Navy. Expected terms are two years. Positions are not project specific; a successful applicant is expected to define his/her research goals within the broad program areas of the participating APL departments (Air-Sea Interaction & Remote Sensing (AIRS), Acoustics Department (AD), Ocean Engineering (OE), Ocean Physics Department (OPD), Polar Science Center (PSC)). Successful applicants must hold a recent (no more than 4-years) PhD or foreign equivalent in order to assume a post-doctoral position.

A transition to permanent staff following the completion of the post-doc appointment is possible subject to availability of funds and the demonstration of an interest in developing independent research initiatives during the course of the post-doc appointment. Opportunities to collaborate with scientists across the UW campus provide access to a broad range of expertise both during the post-doctoral research and as a permanent member of the staff.

University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research and service. The University of Washington is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. The position offers salary commensurate with experience and excellent benefits.

Screening of applicants will begin at the beginning of January 2014 and applications should be received prior to December 31, 2013.
Applicants are asked to submit electronically:

(1) a curriculum vitae,
(2) a publication list,
(3) a brief research proposal (no more than 5 pages, double-spaced, excluding bibliography and figures) describing research to be pursued during a two year tenure at the University of Washington,
(4) the names of four individuals who can provide a letter of reference.

In addition, a letter of support from a mentor in one of the participating departments (AIRS, AD, OE, OPD, PSC) is strongly encouraged. Further information on current research at APL, by department and principal investigator, can be found at: http://www.apl.washington.edu/departments/departments.php.

Applicants should submit preferably via e-mail to:

Dr. Kevin Williams
Sr. Principal Physicist, Acoustics Department Chair and Liaison of Science & Engineering Group of APL
Applied Physics Laboratory - University of Washington
1013 N.E. 40th Street
Box 355640
Seattle, WA 98105
williams@apl.washington.edu

Posting Date: 10 January 2014

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Department:

Polar Science Center

The Polar Science Center at the Applied Physics Laboratory, University of Washington is seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate to study microbial and physical characteristics of melting Arctic sea ice and to explore the influence of biogenic particles such as ice algae, bacteria and polymer gels on the melting behavior of the ice.

The successful applicant will contribute to a NSF sponsored project assessing the habitability and physical structure of melting Arctic sea ice. This is an interdisciplinary project that focuses on the interplay between ice microbiology, polymers and ice physics. Responsibilities of the position include design and execution of laboratory and field experiments, collection of data in the lab and field, data analysis and synthesis, manuscript preparation, and presentation of results at national meetings. The position is based in Seattle, but significant travel to field sites at Barrow, Alaska and to a collaborating laboratory in Switzerland will be required. Laboratory work will be conducted in a walk-in freezer laboratory at the University of Washington as well as in a conventional wet lab. The position will be supervised by lead-PI Dr. Karen Junge, with Co-PIs Bonnie Light, and Monica Orellana as co-advisors (http://psc.apl.washington.edu/).

The successful applicant will have a Ph.D. in biological oceanography, microbiology, marine microbial ecology, and or geophysics, or related discipline, preferably with prior field experience, and excellent skills in scientific deduction, and strong proclivities for working independently. Demonstrated laboratory and/or field-applied skills in microbial ecology and molecular biology (including metagenomics and/or transcriptomics), scientific methodologies, including up-to-date knowledge of microscopy, optical imaging and imaging analysis techniques in biological and/or physical systems are strongly recommended. The ideal candidate has some experience of ice physics and has previously worked in an interdisciplinary context. Experience with marine bacteria and/or extremophiles (especially psychrophiles) and/or microalgae and polymers, will be considered positively. Demonstrated communication skills, oral and written are essential.

University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research and service. The University of Washington is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. The position is full time and offers salary commensurate with experience and excellent benefits. Initial appointment will be for 12 months starting during or soon after September 2014 with a second year contingent on satisfactory progress.

Screening of applicants will begin 1 March 2014 and continue until a suitable candidate is identified.

Applicants are asked to submit:

(1) a letter of introduction (3 page max. that addresses qualifications described above)
(2) CV
(3) list of publications
(4) the names and addresses of three references

Applicants should submit these materials (preferably via e-mail) to:

Dr. Bonnie Light
Principal Physicist
Applied Physics Laboratory %u2013 University of Washington
bonnie@apl.washington.edu

For inquiries regarding this position, please contact Dr. Bonnie Light. For questions regarding disability accommodations, please contact Aileen Trilles at atrilles@apl.washington.edu.

Posting Date: 26 February 2014

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

RESPONSIBILITIES:

APL-UW Representation
Serve as a personal point of contract between APL-UW and US Navy (including ONR, NAVSEA, and NAVAIR), DARPA, NSF, NASA, NOAA, NIH, DHS, DOE, and IC and other government funding agencies.

Serve as a personal point of contact between APL-UW and professional organizations such as the NAS&E, CORE, AGU, IEEE, etc.

Maintain regular communication with APL Senior Management Team (SMT).

New Program Development
Work with APL SMT and APL scientists and engineers in the formulation of new basic research initiatives. Discuss potential initiatives with agency program managers, and provide presentation materials helpful in communicating technical issues and relevance. Areas of interest would include physical oceanography, ocean acoustics, ocean engineering, remote sensing, and polar science.

Monitor applied research needs and requirements, and work with APL SMT and APL scientists and engineers on proposals to satisfy requirements. Areas of interest would include unmanned vehicles and systems, automation, surveillance and monitoring, and operational cybersecurity. Obtain pertinent feedback on white papers and proposal drafts from the acquisition community.

Work with APL SMT and APL scientists and engineers in creating Laboratory-relevant STTR/SBIR candidate topics for future solicitations. Discuss potential topics with agency program managers, and provide presentation materials helpful in communicating technical issues and relevance.

Work with APL SMT and APL scientists and engineers to create and publish a coherent, APL-UW signature strategy for autonomous vehicle development. Develop and submit proposals based on that strategy, and market those proposals through various funding sources in a distributed financing approach.

At times, manage and/or participate in projects resulting from successful proposals.

Look for opportunities for APL scientists and engineers to serve as IPA in relevant technical programs and thus develop opportunities for APL technical contributions to those programs.

Recruiting
Help with recruiting new APL scientists and engineers by personally scouting at professional society meetings, program reviews and workshops and throughout the network of individual PI graduate students.

REQUIREMENTS:

-Doctoral Degree in Oceanography, Applied Physics or similar scientific field with seven or more years of job-related experience.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

REQUIREMENTS:
Condition of Employment:
Appointment to this position is contingent upon obtaining satisfactory results from a criminal background check.

-Must be able to engage in frequent travel.
-Must be able to obtain Security Clearance.
-May be subject to successful completion of E-Verify process.

Posting Date: 11 April 2013

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Department:

Environmental & Information Systems

The Senior Computer Specialist will be responsible for providing a variety of computer-related technical support to one or more research and development efforts. The Senior Computing Specialist will normally be part of a multidisciplinary team, but they will often need to independently evaluate, select, and apply their knowledge of computer technology principles to address software and hardware issues that arise. As part of the research effort, he/she may also manage multiple servers and workstations and provide technical support to users of these research systems.

Systems Administration
- Build CEIS computers that run on all platforms, Mac OS, and Linux applications
- Provide support for CEIS users
- Provide reliable back-up/restore database, web and fileservers
- Maintain inventory of parts and supplies for EIS machines, including printers
- Create and manage SQL server databases and related services
- Maintain the security posture of the systems and provide appropriate reports and analysis

Programming support and User Interaction
- Assist the CEIS software development team in interface and graphic design work and implementation
- Work with the Laboratory's web development team to determine needs and create services, databases, and custom programming applications to meet those needs
- With guidance from technical lead, provide programming and scripting support for individual research efforts
- Complete assigned tasks which include the design, creation, and maintenance of server-side and client side web services

Administrative Management
- Purchase equipment
- Attend departmental meetings and provide reports and/or updates
- Interface with Principal Investigators, administrative staff, and Center Director

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or related field and two to three years of computer specialist professional experience in maintaining servers and participation in web application development
Experience in working with LINUX operating systems
Demonstrated ability to work in a highly agile environment with minimal supervision
Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team environment
Demonstrated effective communication and strong analytical and problem solving skills

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

DESIRED:
Programing or scripting skills in one or more of the following languages or tools: Java, C/C , Python, Java Script, PHP, MySQL/Postgres SQL
Competent in, or experience with the principles of visualizing data with Google Maps, matplotlib, or MATLAB
Experience in user interface development
Ability to acquire security clearance

Condition of Employment:
A satisfactory outcome from a criminal background verification may be required prior to hire.

-May be subject to successful completion of E-Verify process
-Must be able to work in a classified work facility
-Ability to acquire security clearance

Posting Date: 7 November 2013

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Department:

Air-Sea Interaction & Remote Sensing

The University of Washington (UW) is proud to be one of the nations premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research, and community service. Our staff not only enjoys outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.

The Applied Physics Laboratory at the University of Washington (APL-UW) is a national center for advanced science and engineering research and development and education. APL-UW was formed in 1943 for the U.S. Navy to bring university research resources to bear on urgent WWII defense problems. APL-UW has developed an international reputation for its broad based programs in science, engineering and for designing, building, and deploying the advanced technology required to meet the research needs of numerous government and commercial sponsors. With modern facilities, equipment and over 350 talented researchers and staff, APL-UW provides a unique, dynamic work environment with many opportunities.

The Applied Physics Laboratory at the University of Washington has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Scientist/Engineer Senior to use satellite observations to study the ocean and atmosphere-ocean coupling.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate will be Professional Staff at APL (www.apl.washington.edu). The appointee will undertake research in the Air-Sea Interaction and Remote Sensing (AIRS) Department at APL (http://airs.apl.washington.edu) with opportunities for collaboration in APL's Ocean Physics Department (OPD), the Polar Science Center (PSC), and the UW School of Oceanography. The initial assignment will be with Professor K.A. Kelly investigating the relationships between ocean circulation and air-sea interaction. Responsibilities include proposal writing and reporting of research results at conferences and in peer-reviewed publications.

Initial support over a nominal 2-year period will come from current projects and start-up funds. Thereafter support is to be provided by grant-funded research.

REQUIREMENTS:

PhD in Oceanography or a closely related discipline.

We seek candidates with a demonstrated research record and high potential to develop their own well-funded program who have completed their postdoctoral research, although exceptional candidates without postdoctoral experience will be considered. Areas of interest include the study of ocean circulation, both coastal and high-latitude, and air-sea-ice interactions using observations from satellite altimetry, vector winds, sea surface temperature, salinity, gravity, or other sensors.


Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

DESIRED:

Demonstrated ability in writing proposals for grant-funded research and publication of postdoctoral research results.



Condition of Employment:
Appointment to this position is contingent upon obtaining satisfactory results from a criminal background check.

-May be subject to successful completion of E-Verify process.

Application Process:
In the required cover letter please include the following information:
1) Statement of Research Interests
2) Three names and contact info for letters of reference

The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Workforce Authorization, Criminal Conviction History, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select Apply to this position. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your My Jobs page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
The University of Washington is a leader in environmental stewardship & sustainability, and committed to becoming climate neutral. The University of Washington is a leader in environmental stewardship & sustainability, and committed to becoming climate neutral.

The University of Washington is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 / 206-543-6452 (tty) or dso@uw.edu.

Posting Date: 13 September 2011

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Department:

Center for Industrial & Medical Ultrasound

The Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) at the University of Washington seeks applications for professional staff to join the ultrasound-based Washington Molecular Imaging and Therapy Center (uWAMIT) in Seattle. uWAMIT's mission is to advance molecular imaging and therapeutic technologies and clinical translations using ultrasound-based technology. The Center is a multi-disciplinary endeavor with leadership from the departments of Bioengineering, Radiology, and the Applied Physics Laboratory. It was established in 2010 to focus on the discovery, development, translation, and commercialization of molecular imaging and therapy technologies. The University of Washington and industries in the Seattle area have been leaders in biomedical ultrasound research, development, and commercialization for nearly three decades. This program is funded by the Life Science Discovery Fund (LSDF).

This recruitment in the Applied Physics Laboratory is one part of a complex recruitment to fill three positions in uWAMIT and some positions may involve joint appointments between Bioengineering, Radiology, and the Applied Physics Lab. This position in the Applied Physics Laboratory is a full time professional staff position and potentially a faculty-without-tenure position, depending on the candidate%u2019s background and experience.

Research Activities:
The successful candidate is expected to continue their research programs employing state-of-the-art ultrasound-based technologies at the University of Washington and expand their research programs through extramural research funding and industry partnership. Scientists and engineers who apply to this position should show evidence of excellence, originality, and productivity in ultrasound research and a strong teaching record.

Teaching Activities:
Successful candidates may be expected to participate in undergraduate and graduate teaching, depending on experience and interest.