Job Description

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Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.

The Department of Physics maintains a tradition of excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Department Research Scientist/Scholars participate in research on three continents with programs in many of the most active and exciting areas of physics.
Position Summary
The high-energy physics and particle astrophysics group of Professor Norm Buchanan of the Physics Department at Colorado State University, Ft. Collins seeks to hire a software engineer or computer programmer to develop software for the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (https://www.dunescience.org/). Potential areas of involvement are high-performance computing infrastructure, database design, analysis framework design, and movement and storage of large datasets. The position also involves supporting department computing infrastructure. Please note this position is funded until September 30, 2025. Subject to available funding, the department intends to continue the position after the initial funding expires.
Required Job Qualifications
BS, or equivalent, degree in computer science, physics, or a related field
Minimum of 2 years of programming experience
Preferred Job Qualifications
Expertise in C++ and Python
Expertise in one or more of the following:
High-Performance computing
Database design and development
Data analysis framework design and implementation
Movement and storage of large data sets
Code management
Experience working in a collaborative environment
Knowledge of or experience in physics
Essential Duties
Job Duty Category Software Development
Duty/Responsibility
Development of software infrastructure for the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE)
Percentage Of Time 75
Job Duty Category Computing Support
Duty/Responsibility
Support Physics department computing infrastructure and end-users
Percentage Of Time 25
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications of the position, a current resume, and the names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. References will be contacted to submit a letter of recommendation immediately upon submission of your application. To receive full consideration, applicants must apply prior to 11:59 p.m. MST on March 30, 2025.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search Contact Andrea Keaten, [email protected]
EEO
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Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.