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Query Engine Architect: Accelerated Apache Spark – NVIDIA

About the job We are seeking an experienced Query Engine Architect to accelerate Apache Spark and related frameworks on GPUs. As Nvidia is leading the world in accelerated computing, we are building the next generation data processing ecosystem. Apache Spark is the most popular distributed data processing engine in data centers. It is used for a wide variety of workloads, from data preparation, feature generation, reporting, analytics, and more. Data scientists spend a considerable amount of time exploring data and iterating over machine learning (ML) experiments. Every hour of compute required to sort through datasets, extract features and fit ML algorithms impedes an efficient business workflow. At NVIDIA, we are passionate about working on hard problems that have an impact. You will work with the open source community to enable Apache Spark data processing with GPUs. Data workflows can benefit tremendously from being accelerated, enabling data scientists to explore many more and larger datasets to achieve their business goals, faster and more efficiently. What You’ll Be Doing Lead the query optimization effort on the RAPIDS Spark team. Review each stage of query processing, and identify areas for logical plan and physical plan optimization. Construct optimization of plans taking into account CPU / GPU hardware resources. Find opportunities for adaptive query execution that are resource aware, for example, adapting based on CPU or GPU characteristics Identify where operator fusion could drive better performance Review columnar processing engine practices and see how they might apply to GPU based columnar processing Engage open source communities, including Apache Spark and RAPIDS , for technical discussions and contributions Work with Nvidia strategic partners on deploying accelerated data processing solutions in public cloud or on-premise clusters Present technical solutions in industry conferences and meetups What We Need To See BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience 15+ years of work or research experience in software development 5+ years working with key open source big-data projects as a contributor or committer including Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Apache Hive, Apache Flink, Apache Impala, Apache Drill, Apache Calcite, and Substrait Outstanding technical skills in crafting and implementing high-quality distributed systems Deep expertise in database query engines and query optimization Excellent programming skills in C++, Java, and/or Scala Knowledge of distributed system schedulers: Kubernetes, Hadoop YARN, Spark standalone, and/or Mesos Ability to work with multi-functional teams across boundaries and geographies Highly motivated with strong interpersonal skills Ways To Stand Out From The Crowd Contributions to major open source projects such as Apache Spark, Apache Hive, Apache Impala, Apache Drill, Substrait, Apache Calcite. Working experience with acceleration libraries (CUDA, RAPIDS, UCX) Basic ML/DL experience with Spark ML and XGBoost We are widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers, and as a result have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us. If you’re passionate, creative, and driven, we’d love to have you join the team. With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, we are widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us and, due to unprecedented growth, our exclusive engineering teams are rapidly growing. If you’re a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for technology, we want to hear from you. The base salary range is 268,000 USD – 414,000 USD. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits . NVIDIA accepts applications on an ongoing basis. NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Award Management Coordinator/Senior Award Management Coordinator – 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 Independently perform sponsored research/other program post-award financial management duties, with emphasis on compliance with institutional policies and procedures, state and/or federal laws, and award terms and conditions. Award Management Coordinator – Duties & ResponsibilitiesPost-Award Financial Management:Conduct detailed reviews of executed award documents, including related sponsor research policy and other references, to identify and track financial and compliance requirements. Perform expenditure reviews and pre-audit select expense transactions to determine allowability and correctness based on award terms and conditions and applicable policies and procedures. Prepare, review, and submit sponsored research/other program financial reports and invoices. Review subrecipient invoices for compliance with award terms and internal approval procedures; conduct follow-up on unpaid subrecipient invoices. Coordinate cash collection activity using sponsor and University reports and electronic systems. Review and manage all cost share commitments including: enter data in the cost share system; collaborate with departments to ensure commitments are fulfilled; and prepare, review, and validate cost share reports for submission to sponsors.Policy and Regulation Interpretation and Application:Research, interpret, and autonomously apply all relevant federal and state regulations and laws, University and sponsor policies, and sponsoring agency terms and conditions on a daily basis. Continuously monitor for updated regulations and policies to ensure sponsored research/other program compliance. Advise University faculty and staff on how to best maintain compliance. Collaborate with SPA leadership to develop and implement SPA policies, procedures, and objectives.Liaison and Outreach Engagement:Act as post-award liaison between University and sponsors. Lead in conflict resolution of award issues and use independent judgment to facilitate resolution with all concerned parties. Serve as post-award subject matter expert related to sponsored research/other programs. Partner with and provide expertise to department business office staff and University units. Analyze and provide data to assist with Office of Government Costing studies. Assist with outreach initiatives to promote SPA and overall University objectives.Electronic Systems Application:Evaluate SPA and University system data for consistency with award terms and conditions. Create, modify, run, utilize, and maintain numerous award management spreadsheets and databases and analyze associated data. Access and maintain a working knowledge of multiple sponsor electronic systems and advise faculty and staff on the use of these systems, as needed. On behalf of the University, exercise independent judgement to electronically submit letter of credit cash draws, reports, and requests for award modifications.Business Operations Contributions:Manage multiple tasks effectively with a high level of productivity. Analyze processes and seek to streamline efficiencies and improve customer service. Minimal overnight travel may be required. Perform other duties as necessary to further enhance the mission and goals of SPA.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or field related to the position. Two years of financial and/or administrative experience.Preferred QualificationsExperience at an institution of higher education. Experience with sponsored research program administration. Certification in research administration (CRA). Certification in research administration at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (Illini CRA).Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of accounting principles including cost analysis, budget review, journal entries, and financial reporting. Effective communication skills and ability to work as a team member. Excellent computer skills including a comprehensive knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access) and experience with electronic database systems. Strong interpersonal skills that reflect courtesy, diplomacy, and a collaborative approach to develop and maintain effective work relationships. Ability to be self-motivated, work independently, and exercise good judgment in the performance of all work assignments. Ability to multi-task and prioritize to meet deadlines while staying on task with daily assignments. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Well-developed standards of professional conduct and customer service including, but not limited to accountability, acceptance of new challenges and responsibilities, and a focus on customer needs and prompt, accurate resolution of issues.Preferred: Solid understanding of sponsored research/other program administration. Understanding of Office of Management and Budget 2 CFR 200 and Federal Acquisition Regulations. Knowledge of cost share commitments, tracking processes and related systems. Knowledge regarding University sponsored programs, policies, and applicable sponsor regulations and experience interpreting and advising on their application. Knowledge of various award sponsors’ payment and financial reporting systems. Proficiency in Banner Financial System, with special emphasis on Banner Grants Module. Proficiency in myResearch Portal. Knowledge of general accounts receivable processes and GCash System.Senior Award Management Coordinator – Duties & Responsibilities All Award Management Coordinator duties and responsibilities in addition to the following:Award Management Section Leadership:Oversee a more complex distribution of awards in areas such as award terms, financial aspects, and invoicing and reporting requirements. Serve as a resource to new staff and assist new hire training delivery. Assist in the development of Award Management section tools and resources. Serve as a subject matter expert to other SPA functional teams regarding post-award section processes and sponsor requirements. Act as a resource and back-up to the Assistant Director, Award Management.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, economics, or a field related to the position. Two years of experience in research administration in a University setting including post-award financial management.Preferred QualificationsAdvanced degree. Advanced experience with sponsored research/other program post- award financial management within a University post-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 AbilitiesDemonstrated ability to perform all Major Duties and Responsibilities listed above with minimal supervisory oversight. Knowledge of accounting principles including cost analysis, budget review, journal entries, and financial reporting. Solid understanding of sponsored research/other program administration. Thorough unde rstanding of Office of Management and Budget 2 CFR 200 and Federal Acquisition Regulations. A thorough knowledge of cost share, tracking processes, and related systems. Highly developed communication

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Research, Protein Analyst — Genective

SUMMARY Genective, a JV between two leading global seeds companies, Limagrain and KWS, is seeking a Protein Analyst to join our growing team in the U.S. This scientist will be a member of our early stage research team that is focused on the discovery and development of insecticidal genes to support deregulation and commercialization of biotech corn traits. The primary working location at Genective’s global headquarters in Champaign, IL while occasionally working at the research facility in Weldon, IL may be required. THE POSITION The successful candidate will possess basic protein purification/characterization experience and the ability to independently analyze and prioritize multiple projects. The candidate will utilize and develop protocols and SOPs for screening processes. Basic responsibilities involve the purification and characterization of recombinant protein, sample preparation for insect bioassay, and general laboratory duties. The candidate will coordinate multiple projects simultaneously and interface with a diverse group of highly qualified scientists and technicians. The candidate will be proficient in planning, executing, analyzing, presenting, and offering creative solutions to accomplish work goals in a fast-paced environment. In addition to technical expertise in standard biochemical lab techniques, the main responsibilities of this post include but are not limited to: • Purification and characterization of novel insecticidal proteins against important corn pests. • Independently plan, design, execute, record, and analyze studies. Write and review technical protocols and reports. Recordkeeping and data storage using an electronic notebook system. • Participate and contribute to project planning, updates, and completion. Effectively communicate experimental results across multiple teams by distilling complex information to readily interpreted conclusions. • Utilize knowledge and expertise to proactively engage members of Genective R&D team to promote an energetic culture of science and community. • Demonstrate a core desire for continuous improvement through exchange of constructive advice with other scientists regardless of seniority level. • Perform other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: • Training in biochemistry, microbiology or related life science focused on protein sciences. • Hands-on experience with recombinant protein expression and purification with FPLC chromatography systems (e.g. AKTA) using Ni-NTA, IEX, SEC etc. • Excellent English oral, written, presentation, and time management skills. • Independently organize data sets and be the key contact for test results. • Possess a love of learning, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous upskilling. • Ability to work, think critically, analyze, and interpret data independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced and agile environment. • BS/MS in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related field. THE REWARD Competitive base salary, bonus, 401(K), medical, dental, long-term disability, and life insurance plans, as well as support programs for fitness, education, and employee referral. Find your career and make an impact in a dynamic and informal discovery research environment that is highly collaborative, trusting, and entrepreneurial. THE ORGANIZATION About Genective Genective is a 50/50 joint venture established in 2011 between Limagrain and KWS, two of the world’s largest seed companies. With entities and activities in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia, Genective is currently dedicated to the research, development, and marketing of transgenic traits for corn. About Limagrain As the fourth largest seed company worldwide, Limagrain’s mission is to move agriculture forward to meet global food related challenges. Limagrain is a cooperative group founded and managed by French farmers. Its parent company, Coopérative Limagrain, brings together nearly 2,000 farmers located in the center of France. The Group creates, produces and distributes field seeds, vegetable seeds and cereal products. Limagrain is present in 56 countries and has more than 10,000 employees. It makes nearly 2.5 billion Euros of sales with recognized brands on their markets: LG, Vilmorin, Hazera, Harris Moran, Jacquet, Brossard. About KWS KWS is one of the world’s leading plant breeding companies. In the fiscal year 2017/18 more than 5,000 employees in 70 countries generated net sales of EUR 1,068 million and earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) of EUR 133 million. A company with a tradition of family ownership, KWS has operated independently for more than 160 years. It focuses on plant breeding and the production and sale of seed for corn, sugarbeet, cereals, rapeseed, sunflowers and vegetables. KWS uses leading-edge plant breeding methods to increase farmers’ yields and to improve resistance to diseases, pests and abiotic stress. To that end, the company invested approximately EUR 200 million last fiscal year in research and development. HOW TO APPLY It is important that you are legally entitled to work in the US at the time the job offer is made to you. You may be asked to provide proof of eligibility. If interested, please send your cover letter and resume to resumes@genective.com.

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Principal Systems Software Engineer – NVIDIA

About the job We are seeking expert System Software Engineers to join our Apache Spark Acceleration team. Data scientists spend a considerable amount of time exploring data and iterating over machine learning (ML) experiments. NVIDIA believes that data science and analytics workflows can benefit tremendously from being accelerated, to enable data users to explore more and larger datasets to drive towards their business goals faster and more optimally. You will work with the open source community to accelerate Apache Spark with GPUs for data science. Apache Spark is the most popular data processing engine in data centers. We strive to significantly accelerate Apache Spark 3.x use cases without application code changes. You will work on open source libraries (such as https://nvidia.github.io/spark-rapids/ ) to be used in both on-premises and cloud services (such as Databricks, AWS EMR, Google Dataproc, and Cloudera). What You’ll Be Doing Leading the design and implementation of accelerated Apache Spark and related big-data frameworks Creating a collection of accelerated libraries for data analytics and machine learning Working with a team of outstanding engineers including PMC and Committers of Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Apache Hive, and Apache Arrow Engaging open source communities (including Apache Spark, RAPIDS and UCX) for technical discussion and contribution Working with NVIDIA strategic partners on deploying advanced machine learning and data analytics solutions in public cloud or on-premise clusters Presenting technical solutions in industry conferences and meetups Provide recommendations and feedback to teams regarding decisions surrounding topics such as infrastructure, continuous integration and testing strategy Build, test and optimize CUDA/C++ libraries across different platforms What We Need To See BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or closely related field or equivalent experience 15+ years of work experience in software development 5+ years working experience with key open source big-data projects as a contributor or committer including Apache Spark, Apache Flink, Trino, Apache Kafka, Apache Hive, Apache Arrow, Apache Hadoop, Delta Lake, Apache Iceberg Outstanding technical skills in designing and implementing high-quality distributed systems Excellent programming skills in C++, Java, and/or Scala Ability to work successfully with multi-functional teams across organizational boundaries and geographies Highly motivated with strong interpersonal skills The base salary range is $268,000 – $414,000. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits . NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Nsight Cloud Lead Engineer – NVIDIA

About the job NVIDIA’s products, hardware and software, are world leaders for performance and efficiency. We are continually innovating in creative ways to improve our ability to deliver outstanding solutions across a wide range of sectors. We are seeking System Software Engineers who are passionate about what they do and are committed to making a difference in the world through their inventions. In the Software Developer Tools Team, we enable 1st & 3rd-party developers to turn NVIDIA’s hardware into groundbreaking cluster, server, professional, consumer, automotive, and embedded solutions. What You Will Be Doing Your day to day work will be coding, primarily in C/C++ with some Python. You’ll work with customers and engineers across teams to explore problems, find solutions, write functional requirements docs and designs, drive execution, and deliver multi-functional software solutions. Enable Cloud functionality for the industry’s premiere multi-discipline GPU+CPU+networking profiling tool.. You will have the opportunity to work with people across academia and industries improving applications and optimizing computing resource utilization. Establishing data analysis pathways and methods for Cloud system profiling. Coordinate analysis across Cloud computing systems, controlling analysis launch, permissions, duration, and retrieval of results to a central location. Generate statistics, graphs, and views that scale with data density, and are representative of key Cloud performance characteristics. You will enable engineers and scientists to accomplish ground-breaking work faster than ever before. Detect and characterize Cloud computing problems and guide users to strategies to resolve them. Build software tools that enable developers across a spectrum of markets to optimize their workflows; enable sophisticated, modern computer systems doing ongoing work in High Performance Computing(HPC), Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomous Machines, pro-visualization, and even entertainment. Our tools are used to optimize systems that span the gamut from embedded systems to the largest of supercomputers. Partner with Cloud service providers, system architects, product definition engineers, software/library/firmware engineers, HW/SW applications engineers and operations, in a multifaceted, dynamic, high-energy work environment to bring industry-defining products to market. What We Need To See BS, MS, or PhD in EE, CE, CS, or Systems Engineering (or equivalent experience). Real life professional experience in distributed computing is required. We are looking for a minimum of 5 years with a BS or 2 years with an MS degree. Excellent problem solving, collaborative, and interpersonal skills. Experience working with international teams preferred. An understanding of Cloud computing principles and frameworks, with experience with Kubernetes or Helm frameworks and familiarity with pod design. Strong C/C++ knowledge required. Familiarity with computer algorithms, object oriented programming, data structures, and design patterns. Ability to divide sophisticated problems into simple sub problems and then reuse available solutions to implement the solutions. Ways To Stand Out From The Crowd Experience with multiple cloud providers, including Amazon AWS, Oracle OCI, Google GCP, Microsoft Azure, Meta, Tencent, Baidu, and ByteDance Experience with end-to-end request/response tracking across containers & nodes. Strong Python programming skills. Experience creating monitoring, profiling, or optimization software tools for developers working on large scale systems. Proven track record of crafting engineering designs, driving them to consensus within teams, and bringing them to fruition. With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. Our diverse team of talented, capable, and professional people is our greatest asset! If you’re a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for technology, we want to hear from you! The base salary range is 176,000 USD – 333,500 USD. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits . NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Award Negotiator/Senior Award Negotiator – Sponsored Programs Administration

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: Maintain a working knowledge of over 150 sponsoring agency electronic systems and advise stakeholders – investigators, college deans, institute directors, department heads, and staff – when and how to use these systems. Exercise independent judgement to approve and submit proposal applications in federal sponsoring agency systems and non-federal sponsoring agency systems on behalf of the Vice Chancellor for Research. 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. Four+ years’ 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 the primary liaison for onboarding new members of the Negotiation Team and assist in new hire training. Develop and deliver presentations at SPaRC, NCURA

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Design Engineer RDP – AGCO

Who we are looking for: We are looking for someone who is excited about a career aimed at improving farm operations and is passionate about designing industry-leading smart farming solutions to sustainably feed our world. AGCO is a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural machinery and precision Ag technology driving farmer-focused solutions.  This role is part of CATALYST, AGCO’s newly established Rotational Development Program. CATALYST CATALYST will offer you three 6 month rotations in the area of engineering over a total of 18 months to build up knowledge about the engineering field, our product portfolio, the product development process, in addition to essential business and soft skills. Upon successful completion of the program, the Design Engineer you will have career opportunity as in AGCO’s Engineering group. Candidates who apply for this program, should be interested in a long-term career path with AGCO and be excited about developing industry leading technologies in their area of engineering focus. By joining CATALYST, you will discover the endless career opportunities through a strong foundation design engineering and understanding of our customers – farmers. What you will do (varies by rotation): As part of the CATALYST, you will interact and work with other CATALYST trainees from different functions, such as data analytics, sales and marketing, IT, etc., to build up a professional network that will benefit the rest of your career. The program also includes group development activities, such as facilities tours, customer visits, hands-on farming and machinery experience, continual education, mentorship, professional development workshop, and more. You will be part of a global, customer-centric team of engineering experts who are passionate about improving farm machinery and farming practices with the ultimate aim of placing the best possible tools in the hands of our customers, enabling them to maximize their farm income. The successful candidate will contribute to our product development process and gain experience in a breadth of engineering activities. Responsibilities may vary based on the person’s experience, skillset, and assigned rotations. Travel Requirement: <50% for meeting, training, and events during the CATALYST program What you will bring: Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or other relevant technical field Fluency in English Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Appreciation and understanding of the agriculture industry and farmers Relocation consideration after rotational development program to pursue different career paths and options within AGCO What we offer: Experience our global diversity and enterprising spirit while helping us create innovative technologies and a positive impact that helps feed the world’s nearly 8 billion people. From the day you decide to join AGCO, we want to engage and excite you and we’re clear on where we want to go as a business and we trust you to help us there. Whether you want to learn a new skill or you aspire to do something different, we can help you develop the skills you need to take your career – and our business – to the next level. We also invite you to “Make the Most of YOU” – Benefits include: health care and wellness plans, flexible and virtual work options (where available), 401(k) Savings Plan with company match, paid holidays and paid time off, flexible spending accounts, reimbursement for continuing education, company philanthropic programs, company perks programs, and much more… Please note that this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties, responsibilities or benefits and may change at any time with or without notice. 

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Data Scientist (RDP) – AGCO

Who we are looking for:   We are looking for someone who is excited about a career in the Data & Analytics and passionate about providing industry-leading smart farming solutions to sustainably feed our world.  AGCO is a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural machinery and precision Ag technology driving farmer-focused solutions.  This role is part of CATALYST, AGCO’s Rotational Development Program. CATALYST  CATALYST will offer you three 6-month rotations in data and analytics over a total of 18 months to build up knowledge in building database capabilities, developing analytics and advancing analytics, in addition to essential business and soft skills. The rotations will be in various business areas, including strategy, engineering, IT and customer solutions. Upon successful completion of the program, you will have career opportunity as a Data Scientist, Data Engineer or other Data & Analytics roles at AGCO. Candidates who apply for this program, should be interested in a long-term career path with AGCO. By joining CATALYST, you will discover the endless career opportunities through a strong foundation of data & analytics and understanding of our customers – farmers. What you will do (varies by rotation):   As part of the CATALYST, you will interact and work with other CATALYST trainees from different functions, such as sales and marketing, engineering, IT, etc., to build up a professional network that will benefit the rest of your career.  The program also includes group development activities, such as facilities tours, customer visits, hands-on farming and machinery experience, continual education, mentorship, professional development workshops, and more. During the program you be responsible for developing statistical analysis and AI/machine learning techniques to carry out descriptive, diagnostic, predictive and prescriptive analytics use cases in support of making farmers more productive and profitable. This role utilizes analytical, statistical, and programming skills to collect, analyze, and interpret large data sets. This information is then used to develop data-driven solutions to difficult business challenges which will enable industry leading, smart farming solutions. The successful candidate will participate in the adoption and advancement of analytics maturity within AGCO through the collaboration with stakeholders, delivery of insights and explanation of analysis. Responsibilities may vary based on the person’s experience, skillset, and assigned rotations. Travel Requirement: <20% for meeting, training, and events during the CATALYST program What you will bring:   Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in related field Advanced analytics skills (Python, R, SAS, SQL etc.) to carry out statistical and machine learning analysis Familiar with cloud technologies for model development and deployment Fluency in English Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills A plus if you have:  Big data computing frameworks for processing of large data volumes (AWS Glue, EMR and Sagemaker) What we offer:   Experience our global diversity and enterprising spirit while helping us create innovative technologies and a positive impact that helps feed the world’s nearly 8 billion people. From the day you decide to join AGCO, we want to engage and excite you and we’re clear on where we want to go as a business and we trust you to help us there. Whether you want to learn a new skill or you aspire to do something different, we can help you develop the skills you need to take your career – and our business – to the next level. We also invite you to “Make the Most of YOU” – Benefits include: health care and wellness plans, flexible and virtual work options (where available), 401(k) Savings Plan with company match, paid holidays and paid time off, flexible spending accounts, reimbursement for continuing education, company philanthropic programs, company perks programs, and much more… Please note that this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties, responsibilities or benefits and may change at any time with or without notice. AGCO is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. AGCO is a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural engineering with a portfolio of exciting international brands which deliver solutions to farmers in 140 countries through a full line offer from tractors and combine harvesters to protein production systems and smart farming software solutions – to an environment where the future is happening now. Join us as we bring agriculture into the future.

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(FULL TIME) Full-Stack Software Engineer – PrairieLearn

Please note that this is a full-time opportunity. Current UIUC students are not eligible to apply. Are you passionate about building innovative web applications? Interested in shaping the future of education? PrairieLearn, an early-stage startup in educational technology, is searching for a talented Full-Stack Software Engineer to join our team. Location: Fully remote (anywhere in the US) Position type: Full-time Visa sponsorship: Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor visas at this time.About us At PrairieLearn, we’re transforming the way students learn and teachers teach. Our technology empowers educators to create interactive, engaging, and personalized learning experiences. We believe in a future where education is accessible, engaging, and tailored to each individual’s needs. About the Role As an early-stage hire, you’ll play an integral part in shaping the direction of our products and company. We’re seeking someone who’s excited to work in a startup environment where every day brings new challenges. Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain our web applications using TypeScript, Postgres, and other technologies. Collaborate closely with educators to translate educational needs into high-quality features. Participate in code reviews for both team members and outside collaborators. Contribute to the architecture and evolution of our system, ensuring scalability and performance. Qualifications Proficiency in TypeScript, Python, Postgres, and HTML. Experience with back-end frameworks such as Node.js and Express. Familiarity with cloud computing platforms and DevOps practices. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Passionate about education and eager to contribute to a growing company. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience. Don’t meet all of these requirements? If you’re a quick learner and passionate about education and software engineering, we’d still love to hear from you! Why join PrairieLearn? Bootstrapped: We’re profitable and growing quickly! Open source: PrairieLearn is an open-source platform, so you’ll work in public directly with developers and educators from around the world. Competitive salary: We offer a competitive salary that reflects your expertise and potential. Stock options: As an early-stage teammate, you’ll receive stock options, giving you a stake in our success. Remote work culture: Work from anywhere in the US and enjoy a flexible schedule that lets you balance work and life. Growth opportunities: As an early-stage hire, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, learn, and make an outsized impact. Exceptional team: Collaborate with a talented team including professors from the University of Illinois who are experts in educational technology and highly-scalable web development. Apply now Ready to embark on this exciting journey with PrairieLearn? Email jobs@prairielearn.com with your resume and some of your previous work that you’re proud of. PrairieLearn is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Director of Brunswick I-Jet

Are you ready for what’s next?   Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond.  Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.  Primary Purpose: The Director of the Brunswick I-JET Lab at UIUC will work closely with the Site Director and Brunswick’s corporate functions and divisions to develop and apply emerging technologies aligned with the Brunswick Technology Strategy by leveraging UIUC students, faculty, and facilities, and will be an ambassador for Brunswick on campus for the purposes of recruiting and promoting Brunswick and its brands. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Directly manage several projects utilizing I-JET resources as well as coordinating external support Manage project teams made of 20+ undergraduate and graduate-level students in multiple disciplines Aid in the structuring of projects derived from Brunswick Innovation Channels as well as directly from divisional requests Recruit talented graduates and undergraduates to the Brunswick I-JET Lab aligned with the needs of the agreed programs and initiatives Research into areas of Electrical, Software Applications, Mechanical Simulation, Robotics, and Sensor Systems Research into Advanced Business Strategies, Customer Demographics, and Data Analytics Leverage early emerging technologies and actively track trends in academia and industry to drive innovation Coordinate projects with technology partners associated with our divisions or through Tech Nexus Investments Construct Projects in Technology Areas (Technology Use Case Scenarios) that solve real pain points for our customers.  Projects should demonstrate potential applications of these emerging technology trends in our product lines Build relationships with UIUC faculty across various scientific disciplines Seek and facilitate interaction with Start-up companies and Technology Partners in the Research Park to encourage entrepreneurial thinking and promote Brunswick as a potential customer and partner Facilitate and coordinate peer-to-peer learning to drive learning best practices from other leading corporations that have established R&D offices in the Research Park Communicate research and innovation ideas and concepts in a business and university context at Brunswick management and technical levels Present status and progress reports to Brunswick management Mentor interns and build a rich talent pool for future employment at Brunswick Assist the Site Director in running the Brunswick I-JET Lab efficiently and effectively and be an ambassador for Brunswick and its brands Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or engineering discipline required, Master’s or Ph.D. degree preferred Strong experience in staffing, supervision, self-development, coaching, planning, performance management, project management, and budget management is required Experience with Design Thinking Methods or Innovation Processes Experience working in a role delivering through the development and deployment of new capabilities and technologies is desired Must be passionate about technology and its application to our industry Knowledge of some or all of electromechanical systems engineering, connectivity, data analytics, and software development is desired Ability to be self-directed, collaborative, organized, resourceful, persistent, and motivational is essential Next is Now! We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and inspiration. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process. All job offers will come to you via the candidate portal you create when applying through a posted position through https:///www.brunswick.com/careers.  If you are ever unsure about what is being required of you during the application process or its source, please contact HR Shared Services at 866-278-6942 or HRSharedServices@brunswick.com.

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