Full Time

Abbott Field Service Engineer

About the job: Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. PLEASE NOTE: This is not an active open requisition. We are building a candidate slate for a future opening. About Abbott: Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.Working at Abbott At Abbott, You Can Do Work That Matters, Grow, And Learn, Care For Yourself And Family, Be Your True Self And Live a Full Life. You’ll Also Have Access To Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit – an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity: This position is a remote position. Qualified candidates must currently live in the Champaign / Peoria, IL area. Travel 15% Embrace the vision of becoming the leading diagnostic service provider by achieving customer loyalty and economic profitability through passion, partnership, and performance. Efficiently provide technical support solutions including installation, corrective, pre-emptive and proactive maintenance. Go above and beyond to respond to customer needs by partnering with sales; marketing and other functional areas while adhering to current compliance guidelines. What You’ll Work On: Represent Abbott Diagnostic Division to its customer: Responsible for providing on-site support to ADD customers Support field personal and District business objective and goals Provide direction and develop mentoring skills to mentor other FSRs Troubleshooting and resolving complaints reported by customers on a minimum of five increasingly complex instruments as detailed in the Field Service Business Process database Understand and follow Quality System by accurate and timely documentation of complaint resolution Understand and practice regulatory and compliance procedures Maintain a safe work environment following laboratory safety guidelines Schedule and complete routine preventive maintenance, installations and other updates provided by Abbott. Integrate Effectively Into The Service Team: Work effectively within a diverse and dynamic team environment Support on call rotation Time, territory, and inventory management Standby and after-hours responsibilities Flexible working hours Unpredictable Travel Travel for support of other territories and training Providing on-site critical account support inside and outside of district boundaries. Responsible for IRL ownership to achieve organizational goals and customer satisfaction. Responsible to work cross functionally to achieve customer satisfaction through direct communicationwithin the local performance partnership teams (P2T). Responsible to maintain ownership of customer issue until successful escalation or hand off takes place. In Addition To This Position Requires: superior technical competency Pro-Active Account Management complete instrument training across geographical IRL. Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system. Provide superior customer service; through applying effective communication skills in order to build loyalty while proactively managing and resolving high-stress situations Delight our customers by providing support including installation; Preventive Maintenance; Technical Service Bulletins and repair by documenting; following-up; and closing calls as per Abbott Diagnostics quality system Partner cross-functionally and internally while maintaining positive relationships and ensure issues are resolved efficiently and satisfactorily while exceeding customer needs Successfully achieve the established business metrics including service sales, cost of service and key performance indicators for assigned customers/accounts Champion utilization of remote support tools to proactively improve instrument up time Proactively improve expertise through continuous learning and certifications Scope of responsibility includes representing Abbott Diagnostics to assigned customers in a professional forthright and ethical manner. The position reports to a Service Manager and is accountable for achieving individual and supporting team goals. Must be able to influence other areas to achieve business goals Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience required. Travel 15%. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors/Engineering Degree in Bio Medical/Electrical/Mechanical or Medical Technology. Practical experience of interfacing with customers. Additional Skills: Trouble shooting/problem solving; ability to succeed in team situations and excel independently, computer skills (Word, Excel, Power Point, Internet, Remote Computing i.e VPN, remote troubleshooting etc.), effective communication skills and strongly demonstrated interpersonal skills. Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year. Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.comFollow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.The base pay for this position is $26.30 – $52.60 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. Click here to apply online!

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Boston Bioprocess Head of Data Science

About the job: Boston Bioprocess Inc.’s mission is to help fermentation product companies develop and scale up production. We are looking for a highly motivated Data Scientist to develop and lead the company’s data platform. The Head of Data Science will lead, build, and manage the company’s efforts to centralize data from various unit operations and layer lab and pilot process data onto metabolic discovery data to successfully predict large-scale microbial productivity. A successful candidate needs to either have significant experience in AI/ML/Deep learning/Predictive modeling with a strong interest in industrial biotech or significant experience in bioinformatics/process scale up data handling with a demonstrated capability in AI/ML. This role will provide leadership in using data science to help modernize and optimize the development of fermentation and DSP processes for production of proteins, lipids, amino acids, organic acids, polysaccharides, hydrocolloids, and enzymes using bacterial, yeast, and fungal hosts. Job Responsibilities: Lead and build the company’s core data platform to digitalize and centralize all process data from various scientific unit operations on both bench and pilot scale Develop AI/ML capabilities with existing large public datasets to enable deep learning and predictive modeling across major microorganism groups including bacteria, yeast and fungi Use data platform/modeling/data science to help modernize and optimize process development and scale up in fermentation and DSP towards large scale manufacturing Serve as the data science lead interfacing with clients and investors when needed Skills And Proficiencies: BS or MS with 5-10 years of experience in AI/ML/deep learning/predictive modeling with a strong interest in industrial biotech, or 5-10 years of experience in bioinformatics/scale up with demonstrated capabilities in AI/ML Very strong communication skills for both internal leadership and direct communication with investors/clients Familiarity on how metabolic discovery to process engineering to scale up to manufacture works is highly desired Familiarity in Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) in traditional approach and modern development in either Ag/Chemical/CPG/Biotech space is a strong plus The ideal candidate: We are a startup! Prospective candidates should enjoy working in a small team with minimal bureaucracy This role would lead an entirely new function within the business – the ideal candidate would be excited about building something new What We Offer: Relocation assistance Complete benefit package, including 401K match, ESOP, health, life, vision, and dental insurance, and four weeks paid vacation Competitive salary and compensation, including significant company stock options Sponsorship for work visas and immigration related support Boston Bioprocess Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and veteran status. Click here to apply online!

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Boston Bioprocess Research and Development Scientist / Engineer

About the job: Boston Bioprocess Inc.’s mission is to help fermentation product companies develop and scale up production. We have a bench scale lab and pilot facility in Champaign, IL and are looking for a highly motivated Scientist to develop, manage and run fermentation and respective downstream projects. A successful candidate will lead/contribute efforts to help clients optimize their fermentation and purification processes at both bench and pilot scale, with the goal of taking clients’ production processes into scalable commercial manufacturing. This role will serve as a client project lead and work closely together with the Head of Bioprocess on the process development and improvement of processes for production of proteins, lipids, amino acids, organic acids, polysaccharides, hydrocolloids, and enzymes, using bacterial, yeast, and fungal hosts. This is a technical role but involves significant client interaction. We are a service business, and client retention and satisfaction are core to our business model. Prospective candidates should understand that success requires technical expertise, but it also involves empathy, prompt communication, and a general client-service orientation. Job Responsibilities: Lead and manage bioprocess development projects including client interaction, ensuring timely delivery and successful outcomes Design and execute experiments to understand and optimize processes yielding various end products from various microbial organisms Provide technical expertise and guidance on experimental planning, process development, troubleshooting, and optimization Generate and analyze data, prepare technical reports and presentations to communicate results to internal and external stakeholders Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements in the bioprocessing field, and apply this knowledge to enhance processes and drive innovation Lead, mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers/scientists and support their professional development Expected Skills And Proficiencies: Ph.D. or M.Sc. in microbiology, biochemistry, bioprocess engineering, biotechnology or related field At least 1 year (Ph.D.) or 3 years (M.Sc.) of industry experience in microbial process development at bench scale Proficiency in microbial bioreactor cultivation and knowledge (bacteria, yeast or fungus, using batch or fed-batch fermentation, centrifugation and cell lysis) Technical knowledge and hands-on experience in product purification (centrifugation, depth and sterile filtration, TFF) and freeze- or spray drying at bench or pilot scale Proven and excellent problem-solving skills and ability to independently troubleshoot technical issues and to find robust and innovative solutions for process challenges Experience in manufacturing science and technology, authoring of SOPs and technical transfer documents Proficiency in designing experiments using statistical analysis tools and design of experiments for planning of process optimization and characterization Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal teams, clients, and external partners Strong project management skills with outstanding self-organization and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously Not expected but a plus: Knowledge of impact and interplay of microbial metabolism, physiology and product characteristics and process design (medium design, setpoints, unit operations) Experience with cultivation-related and product detection analytical methods (HPLC, gel electrophoresis, moisture analysis, metabolite analysis, ELISA). Proven experience in development of computational predictive modeling Proven leadership abilities with experience in mentoring and developing junior team members The ideal candidate: We are a startup! Prospective candidates should enjoy working in a small team with minimal bureaucracy You’ll enjoy working with us if you are highly motivated, proactive and enjoy fast-paced culture, can effectively work together with team members, partners, and clients in a collaborative environment What We Offer: Salary of $85,000 to $95,000 per year depending on qualifications Relocation assistance (if applicable) Complete benefit package, including 401K match, ESOP, health, life, vision, and dental insurance, and four weeks paid vacation Competitive salary and compensation, including significant company stock options Sponsorship and adjustment of work visas and immigration related support (must be currently a resident of the United States) Boston Bioprocess Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and veteran status. Click here to apply online!

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Award Negotiator/Senior Award Negotiator – Sponsored Programs Administration

This position may be eligible for a hybrid or remote work arrangement dependent with unit operational needs. Since its founding in 1867, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has earned a reputation as a world-class leader in research, teaching, and public engagement. Sponsored Programs Administration (SPA) is a service unit under the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation, supporting the research enterprise throughout the entire lifecycle of an externally sponsored project, from proposal submission to award closeout. Job Summary On behalf of the Board of Trustees, at the Urbana-Champaign campus, independently negotiate external sponsorship in the form of contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, non-disclosure agreements, material transfer agreements, collaboration agreements, teaming agreements, licensing agreements, sub-awards, and consulting agreements. Award Negotiator Duties & Responsibilities Negotiation Engagement and Advisement: Independently perform specialized negotiation of contracts and awards for sponsored projects on behalf of the University’s Board of Trustees to ensure reasonable terms and conditions and compliance with international, federal and state laws and University policies and practices. Draft contract terms and conditions that provide for acceptable compromise for all parties while remaining compliant with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures. Exercise authority in accepting terms and conditions, or alternatively determining the need for legal review or administrative approval. Possess the ability to manage a large portfolio of agreements with a variety of international, corporate, non-profit, federal and state sponsors. Advise faculty, administrators, and sponsored programs management on negotiations related to complex or sensitive agreement issues regarding regulatory compliance, intellectual property, publication rights, and liability. Policy & Regulation Interpretation and Application:  Research, interpret and autonomously apply relevant international, federal and state laws, regulations, guidelines and standards to ensure compliance within agreements. Interpret, translate and autonomously apply University policies and procedures as they relate to specific terms within agreements. Independently identify compliance concerns through review of the project statement of work and Sponsor’s proposed contractual terms and conditions and engage with various University administrative and compliance units (OVCR, IRB, IACUC, IBC, Division of Research Safety, Human Resources, Purchasing, General Counsel, Risk Management, and Office of Technology Management) to ensure the sponsored activity and terms of the agreement adhere to policies, laws, and regulations. Electronic Systems Application & Training, Development and Presentation: Document, update, and maintain internal research administration database system, noting the specifics of each negotiation, including unresolved issues, institutional approvals and clauses of concern. Assist in developing training and tools to facilitate the ability of sponsored programs staff, University faculty, and department research administrators to obtain external sponsorship, manage sponsored awards, and maintain institutional regulatory compliance. Assist in new hire training. Office Contributions: Independently seek opportunities to increase overall office knowledge and services provided, including attending conferences and webinars. Manage multiple tasks effectively and with a high level of productivity. Independently seek opportunities for professional development. Overnight travel may be required. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in legal studies, business law, business management or closely related fields. Alternate fields will be considered with equivalent experience. Two+ years of experience in a complex business, academic or government environment. Demonstrated experience in contract negotiation and management. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree or JD. Experience in sponsored program review, negotiation and finalization of awards and contracts within a University pre-award research administration office. Certification in research administration (CRA). Certification in research administration at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (Illini CRA). Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Well-developed organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to complete multiple tasks, work effectively under deadline pressure and to successfully manage competing priorities with tact and efficiency. Outstanding customer service and highly developed communication skills. Ability to work autonomously and make informed business decisions with minimal oversight. Ability to work as a member of an effective, integrated team. Willingness to learn new electronic systems and keep up with frequent updates to existing systems. Proficiency in commonly employed software.   Preferred: Knowledge of policies and procedures for the conduct of sponsored programs at the University of Illinois, including international, federal, and state of Illinois policies and regulations.   Senior Award Negotiator Duties & Responsibilities Negotiation Engagement and Advisement: Independently perform high-level negotiation of contracts and awards for sponsored projects on behalf of the University’s Board of Trustees to ensure reasonable terms and conditions and compliance with international, federal and state laws and University policies and practices. Draft contract terms and conditions that provide for acceptable compromise for all parties while remaining compliant with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures. Exercise authority in accepting terms and conditions, or alternatively determining the need for legal review or administrative approval. Possess the ability to manage a large portfolio of agreements with a variety of international, corporate, non-profit, federal and state sponsors. Advise faculty, administrators, and sponsored programs management on negotiations related to complex or sensitive agreement issues regarding regulatory compliance, intellectual property, publication rights, and liability. As a subject matter expert, advise internal and external constituents, and SPA colleagues on various complex agreements. Policy & Regulation Interpretation and Application: Research, interpret and autonomously apply relevant international, federal and state laws, regulations, guidelines and standards to ensure compliance within agreements. Interpret, translate and autonomously apply University policies and procedures as they relate to specific terms within agreements. Independently identify compliance concerns through review of the project statement of work and Sponsor’s proposed contractual terms and conditions and engage with various University administrative and compliance units (OVCR, IRB, IACUC, IBC, Division of Research Safety, Human Resources, Purchasing, General Counsel, Risk Management, and Office of Technology Management) to ensure the sponsored activity and terms of the agreement adhere to policies, laws, and regulations. Electronic Systems Application & Training, Development and Presentation: Document, update, and maintain internal research administration database system, noting the specifics of each negotiation, including unresolved issues, institutional approvals and clauses of concern. Assist in developing policy, communications, training and tools to facilitate the ability of sponsored programs staff, University faculty, and department research administrators to obtain external sponsorship, manage sponsored awards, and maintain institutional regulatory compliance. Serve as

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Program Coordinator – Knowledge Management – EnterpriseWorks and Research Park

Program Coordinator – Knowledge Management – EnterpriseWorks and Research Park University of Illinois Research Park Located on campus, the Research Park at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is a technology hub for corporate research and development operations and startup companies. Within the Research Park, there are more than 120 companies employing students and full-time technology professionals. Job Summary Knowledge management role for the EnterpriseWorks business startup incubator and the University of Illinois Research Park (RP/EW). The position supports the ongoing efforts to organize performance metrics and execute economic development projects; provides data and reporting functions that organize key performance metrics, client information, and economic indicators; and leads research through data collection and analysis for startup companies, corporate operations, program participation, and technology commercialization activities. This position will support the reporting and storytelling regarding data, in a variety of platforms including visualizations and written reports; will achieve these results through strong quantitative analysis, research skills, marketing programs, and communication and curates and documents the knowledge of the Research Park operations. Duties & Responsibilities DATA ANALYTICS • This position is the primary Salesforce administrator for the Research Park and EnterpriseWorks, which includes training for new and current employees on the use of Salesforce for data input, process documentation, and reporting functions. • Leads collection, aggregation, and secure storage of economic development and performance information. This data includes information from technology commercialization, incubation, entrepreneurship, and research park activities as well as metrics about EnterpriseWorks/Research Park performance, client employee data, company milestones, and external funding. • Maintain, standardize, and update databases and tools utilized by the RP/EW which help with automating data collection, process improvements, and data insights. • Research on business clients using externally sourced data sources and news articles. • Lead the annual Research Park census/survey for data reporting on clients/tenants. ENGAGEMENT • Develop and refine a suite of advanced reports and visualizations that offer deeper insights, facilitating more informed decision-making, and generating audience engagement and understanding of outcomes. • Use data for storytelling and showcasing the outcomes from entrepreneurship programs, startup successes, corporate innovation, and technology community engagement. • Create predictive models for forecasting and performance analysis that guides strategic decisions. • Support ad hoc economic development projects for the Research Park and EnterpriseWorks that include research of programs, benchmarking, and industry trends. • Use effective communication skills and ensure privacy/confidentiality in the process of collaborating with, supporting, advising and educating customers and team members when handling sensitive data. • Use creative problem solving and strategic thinking to prevent and solve problems. • Serve as a liaison with other University units, departments, and various internal/external partners regarding data and record management. MISCELLANEOUS • Supervise student staff on related projects. • Perform other duties as assigned. Additional Physical Demands Work is performed in normal office setting onsite. Specialty Factors • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, informatics, communications, library science or related field. • At least 2 years demonstrated experience in program/project management, customer relationship management, data analytics/research/reporting, or closely related field. Preferred Qualifications • At least three (3) years of related work experience including data querying, data analysis, and data formatting. Experience using CRM systems in an academic environment, ex: Salesforce or Blackbaud. • Salesforce Administration Certification. • Salesforce Business Analyst Certification. • Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI. • Project management skills including an ability to reasonably estimate the time for project tasks and then meet deadlines set by those estimates. • Excellent writing and communications skills, including storytelling with data. • Detail oriented with strong multi-tasking and prioritization skills. • Strong interpersonal/communication skills and customer service orientation. • Desire to work in an exciting “everyone helps” team environment. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Evidence of consistent use of good judgment, discretion, and tactful communication. Energy and enthusiasm for expressing the value of diverse cultures, fostering empathy, and improving organizations in the areas of access and representation. Knowledge and experience with office software and ability to learn custom systems. Ability to handle multiple priorities without direct supervision. Excellent oral and written communications skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently with broad guidance. Thorough understanding of the type of data and the relational database a CRM uses to effectively query and report on the data. Appointment Information This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5002 – Program Coordinator position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after closing date. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx. Application Procedures & Deadline Information Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on May 15, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. Qualified candidates must upload a letter of which details qualifications noted above, resume and the names and contact information of three professional references.  All requested information must be submitted for your application to be considered. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. For further information, please contact Erica Hanson, Human Resources, elhanson@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885,

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Head of Data Science – Boston Bioprocess

Boston Bioprocess Inc.’s mission is to help fermentation product companies develop and scale up production. We are looking for a highly motivated Data Scientist to develop and lead the company’s data platform. The Head of Data Science will lead, build, and manage the company’s efforts to centralize data from various unit operations and layer lab and pilot process data onto metabolic discovery data to successfully predict large-scale microbial productivity. A successful candidate needs to either have significant experience in AI/ML/Deep learning/Predictive modeling with a strong interest in industrial biotech or significant experience in bioinformatics/process scale up data handling with a demonstrated capability in AI/ML. This role will provide leadership in using data science to help modernize and optimize the development of fermentation and DSP processes for production of proteins, lipids, amino acids, organic acids, polysaccharides, hydrocolloids, and enzymes using bacterial, yeast, and fungal hosts. Job responsibilities Lead and build the company’s core data platform to digitalize and centralize all process data from various scientific unit operations on both bench and pilot scale Develop AI/ML capabilities with existing large public datasets to enable deep learning and predictive modeling across major microorganism groups including bacteria, yeast and fungi Use data platform/modeling/data science to help modernize and optimize process development and scale up in fermentation and DSP towards large scale manufacturing Serve as the data science lead interfacing with clients and investors when needed Skills and proficiencies BS or MS with 5-10 years of experience in AI/ML/deep learning/predictive modeling with a strong interest in industrial biotech, or 5-10 years of experience in bioinformatics/scale up with demonstrated capabilities in AI/ML Very strong communication skills for both internal leadership and direct communication with investors/clients Familiarity on how metabolic discovery to process engineering to scale up to manufacture works is highly desired Familiarity in Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) in traditional approach and modern development in either Ag/Chemical/CPG/Biotech space is a strong plus The ideal candidate We are a startup! Prospective candidates should enjoy working in a small team with minimal bureaucracy This role would lead an entirely new function within the business – the ideal candidate would be excited about building something new What we offer Relocation assistance Complete benefit package, including 401K match, ESOP, health, life, vision, and dental insurance, and four weeks paid vacation Competitive salary and compensation, including significant company stock options Sponsorship for work visas and immigration related support Apply Here

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Linux Software Development Engineer – Everfox

Location: Champaign, IL, on-site or hybrid Role Type: Full time About the company  Intelligent. Dynamic. Resilient.  Everfox, formerly Forcepoint Federal, has been defending the world’s most critical data and networks against the most complex cyber threats imaginable for more than 25 years.  As trailblazers in defense-grade, high assurance cyber security, we have been leading the way in developing and delivering innovative cyber security technology. We protect data wherever it resides.  Our unwavering dedication and commitment to our customers and the critical missions they serve are what set us apart. We are dynamic, vigilant, and proactive in everything we do.  Our suite of cross domain, threat protection and insider risk solutions empower governments and enterprise organizations to use data safely – where and however their people need it.  At Everfox, we innovate, we invest, we achieve. We protect what matters most to our customers. And we offer protection like no other.  We do all of this so our customers can focus on what matters most… their mission.  About the role  We are looking for an experienced Software Development Engineer III to prototype, develop, and integrate functional and security capabilities for new and existing Linux-based products. This is a fantastic opportunity to engage in a positive and creative work environment that offers excellent benefits and flexible schedules. What will you do?  Design, implement, and debug new capabilities for our security focused products including our Linux-based Trusted Thin Client.  Learn additional development stacks to debug and design software for secure environments, IPSec/VPN networking, and management modules.  Additional tasks may include Linux/OS packaging, SELinux security policy & various distributed network-centric operating system and kernel services. Qualifications  Ability to obtain a US-government-issued Secret security clearance  Bachelor’s degree in CS or related, or equivalent experience  4+ years of experience developing enterprise-grade software  Comfortable developing production software in Python and in C or C++  Strong experience with software development in Linux/UNIX environments using a variety of programming and scripting languages  Experience developing in complex client/server software architectures  Strong understanding of TCP/IP stack and protocols  Excellent verbal and written skills for communicating abstract and complex ideas Helpful Skills  Familiarity with cybersecurity topics in software and networking  Developing Security-Enhanced Linux (SELinux) OS modules or software app development on SELinux  Linux Operating System installation, administration, and shell scripting  Familiarity with Linux virtualization technology  Developing in environment using containerization technologies  Integration of disparate software systems using open standards  Development of multi-threaded network applications  Distributed or clustered compute environments  Cryptographic interfaces, IPSec, and public key infrastructures  Software revision control and software configuration management tools  Agile methodologies, particularly, Scrum  Apply here 

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Marketing and Communications Coordinator – EnterpriseWorks/UI Research Park

Job Summary Provides exemplary communications and design support services with internal and external stakeholders at the University of Illinois Research Park and EnterpriseWorks incubator, an on-campus community for corporate innovation centers, startups, and researchers to locate together. Helps to showcase the skilled tech workforce, student engagement, and daily activities as a differentiation that makes the location a nationally recognized innovation destination. As part of a Communications and Programming team, develop print and digital materials for a number of different marketing, media, and outreach initiatives that support the Research Park. Duties & Responsibilities Create original content, including writing, editing, and design for Research Park/EnterpriseWorks websites, social media channels, and other print and electronic communications. This includes presentations, website content, social media content, templates, branded materials, publications, and marketing for new business development, which include branding that is consistent with University of Illinois and Research Park brand guidelines. Capture and promote stories of entrepreneurs and corporate innovation centers within the Research Park community. • Proactively seek examples of Illinois startup excellence and promote via social and digital media. • Share examples of corporate engagement in the Research Park and the value proposition from the location at the University of Illinois Research Park. • Develop case studies about corporate innovation centers in the Research Park in collaboration with unit leadership. Identify and edit content, manage subscriptions, and track readership of the Research Park newsletters. Create more specific content and build niche newsletter audiences as needed. Maintain the Research Park website, including overseeing organization, content creation, updates, and evaluating analytics. Make recommendations for social media engagement and develop content for the Research Park and EnterpriseWorks. Post and maintain social media platforms (primarily Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram). Evaluate social media metrics and performance, providing regular updates and pivoting strategy as needed. Recruit, hire, supervise and evaluate communications student interns as needed/appropriate. Publicize Research Park activities, events, and programs with communications, materials, and digital promotion to the Research Park, broader campus community, external audiences, and partners/audiences as needed. Provide communications assistance for EnterpriseWorks statewide entrepreneurship support programs in coordination with the grant managers. Work with graphic designers, photographers, videographers, writers, and other content creators to develop multimedia content to augment staff resources and support content creation. Manage and catalogue digital assets, primarily photo and video. Perform other duties as needed to enhance and foster the goals and mission of Research Park and EnterpriseWorks. Additional Physical Demands Work is mainly performed in a general office setting. Position involves repetitive hand motions for computer work. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business administration, communications, public relations, or a closely related field. One (1) year of professional work experience in marketing, public relations, communications, brand management, or a related professional area. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Effective communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Dependability and ability to take initiative. Superior client-relation skills, teamwork, and attention to detail. Deadline-driven, as day-to-day work involves the ability to organize and coordinate multiple projects, and produce high-quality work. Strong customer service orientation and ability to work with external companies. Commitment to communicating with diverse audiences and fostering equity & inclusion in the workplace. Highly creative with strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with others in a team environment. Knowledge of print and web production including email marketing, social media, websites, and print; knowledge of social media analytics, social media publishing tools, web analytics, and tracking technologies, along with the ability to develop multi-media materials with an active, professional social media profile and engagement track record; and/or strong artistic ability and proficiency with industry standard software, including Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) and Microsoft Office products (particularly PowerPoint). Multi-media design knowledge preferred. Appointment Information This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5004 – Marketing Associate position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after closing date. The salary range for this position is $55,000 to $65,000 per year.  Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx. Application Procedures & Deadline Information Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on April 5, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. Qualified candidates must upload a letter of which details qualifications noted above, resume and the names and contact information of three professional references.  All requested information must be submitted for your application to be considered. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.  For further information, please contact Erica Hanson, Human Resources, elhanson@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu. Requisition ID: 1023705 Job Category: Administrative Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu

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Environmental Modeler – HabiTerre

Working at HabiTerre We are an equal opportunity employer with a team around the country. We offer a workplace that is both casual and professional, and a culture that is committed to learning, fun, and excellence. Our team consists of people who are passionate about creating insights-rich and intuitive customer experiences and, at the same time, obsess over performance and reliability of what we build. We challenge the status quo and strive towards finding the best way to solve problems. We work in small collaborative groups to keep things simple and efficient, and thus give a lot of autonomy to our staff members to perform the work required and be creative. Leadership and Cultural Expectations At HabiTerre, we hold ourselves to high standards of leadership and cultural values. We expect all team members to embody the following principles: Be authentic and tell your truth: Embrace transparency and honesty in all communications and interactions. Persevere: Demonstrate resilience and determination in the face of challenges, pushing through obstacles to achieve our goals. Lean in and do the right thing, even when it is hard: Act with integrity and ethical conduct, making decisions that prioritize the greater good. Choose excellence; be your best, keep improving, exceed expectations: Strive for excellence in everything you do, continuously seeking opportunities for growth and development. Exercise confident humility: Approach your work with confidence tempered by humility, recognizing the value of diverse perspectives and the importance of lifelong learning. Location: Champaign IL / Remote Job Responsibilities Develop scalable computation pipelines for process-based carbon models and integrate different sources of satellite data, in a high-performance computing environment (e.g. supercomputer and/or cloud computing platforms). [Note: Major single components have been developed and tested; the major task here is to integrate different components to optimize computation efficiency.] Conduct model simulation and uncertainty analysis and ensure QA/QC. Handle data manipulation and visualization and administration of systems in accordance with enterprise data security protocols and privacy policy. Document code and results and draft scientific reports for generated results. Work with product management and R&D team to productize. Generate deliverables upon customers’ requests and work to address customer needs and feedback. Effectively communicate scientific outcomes with customers. Automate and simplify team development, test, and operations processes. Provide necessary support to the company’s intellectual property counsel. Basic Qualifications: Master in Earth Science, Environmental Science/Engineering, Atmospheric Science, Hydrological Science, or related technical field. 3+ Years of experience in Python development and scientific data visualization. 3+ Years of experience in using ecosystem or climate models or using model outputs. Proficiency with Linux/UNIX and Shell scripting and high-performance computing. Experience in implementing basic machine learning algorithms using Python ML/DL frameworks, such as PyTorch, Tensorflow, Scikit-Learn. Experience with developer’s tools, such as Pycharm, Jupyter, Spyder, Git, etc. Experience in production support, customer interaction, and troubleshooting. Comfortable with multi-tasking and working as part of a team. Preferred Qualifications: PhD degree in Earth Science, Environmental Science/Engineering, Atmospheric Science, Hydrological Science, or related technical field. Experience in process-based earth system models, ecosystem models, and/or biogeochemistry models. Experience in satellite remote sensing and geospatial data processing. Experience in model-data fusion methods, such as calibration, data assimilation, etc. Experience with MPI or other parallel computing architectures. Experience in developing and releasing highly scalable products. Possession of excellent oral and written technical communication skills. 2+ Years experience of implementing large-scale data processing and modeling pipelines on cloud computing platforms such as AWS, GCP and Azure. Other Considerations: Industry-level competitive compensation, based upon relevant experience. This position provides stock options. This position is REMOTE or in Champaign, Illinois. This position considers sponsoring H1B visa application for qualified international applicants. Apply here

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Data Engineer – HabiTerre

Working at HabiTerre We are an equal opportunity employer with a team around the country. We offer a workplace that is both casual and professional, and a culture that is committed to learning, fun, and excellence. Our team consists of people who are passionate about creating insights-rich and intuitive customer experiences and, at the same time, obsess over performance and reliability of what we build. We challenge the status quo and strive towards finding the best way to solve problems. We work in small collaborative groups to keep things simple and efficient, and thus give a lot of autonomy to our staff members to perform the work required and be creative. Leadership and Cultural Expectations At HabiTerre, we hold ourselves to high standards of leadership and cultural values. We expect all team members to embody the following principles: Be authentic and tell your truth: Embrace transparency and honesty in all communications and interactions. Persevere: Demonstrate resilience and determination in the face of challenges, pushing through obstacles to achieve our goals. Lean in and do the right thing, even when it is hard: Act with integrity and ethical conduct, making decisions that prioritize the greater good. Choose excellence; be your best, keep improving, exceed expectations: Strive for excellence in everything you do, continuously seeking opportunities for growth and development. Exercise confident humility: Approach your work with confidence tempered by humility, recognizing the value of diverse perspectives and the importance of lifelong learning. Location: Champaign IL / Remote Job Responsibilities Apply technical expertise to implement testable, scalable and maintainable computer science algorithms. Drive roadmaps through your insights and recommendations. Work with large and complex remote sensing datasets to solve various challenging problems. Work collaboratively with the business team to understand customer needs and help shape business roadmap and vision. Influence product direction through clear and compelling presentations to leadership. Provide support to the company’s intellectual property counsel. Basic Qualifications: BS in Computer Science or related technical field. 3+ Years experience in Python development. 2+ Years experience in implementing large-scale data processing and modeling pipelines on cloud computing platforms such as AWS, GCP and Azure. 2+ Experience in implementing machine learning and deep learning algorithms using Python ML/DL frameworks, such as PyTorch, Tensorflow, Scikit-Learn. Experience with parallel programming, Linux/UNIX and Shell scripting. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s or further education in computer science or other related fields. Experience in remote sensing and geospatial data processing. Proficiency in front-end languages, libraries, and rendering technologies (JavaScript, Node.js, templating languages, web frameworks, HTML5, CSS/SASS). Apply Here

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