EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, RESEARCH COMPUTING & DATA ENGAGEMENT

One of the country’s most selective public research universities, Clemson University serves a uniquely driven and highly accomplished student body.

Ranked consistently as one of the best national public university by U.S.News & World Report, Clemson is a science- and engineering-oriented college dedicated to teaching, research and service. Founded in 1889, we remain committed both to world-class research and a high quality of life. In fact, 91 percent of our seniors say they’d pick Clemson again if they had it to do over.

Clemson’s retention and graduation rates rank among the highest in the country for public universities. We’ve been named among the best values by Kiplinger magazine in 2013, and SmartMoney in 2012 ranked us No. 7 in student return on investment.

Our beautiful college campus sits on 1,400 acres in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, along the shores of Hartwell Lake. But we also have research facilities and economic development hubs throughout the state of South Carolina — in Greenville, Greenwood, Columbia and Charleston.

JOB SUMMARY:

Clemson University is looking for an Executive Director, Research Computing & Data Engagement to fulfill the following duties:

Lead Research Computing & Data (RCD) Engagement organization to provide services in high performance computing, data analysis, geographic information services, cloud and software services, training, etc.
Lead coordination of infrastructure needs required for regulated research data.
Represent Clemson (RCD) across Clemson and to external organizations.
Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

50% - Essential - Provide strategic direction for RCD Engagement and supervise directors.
25% - Essential - Engage with Clemson researchers to define service needs. Engage in multiple Clemson multidisciplinary planning groups. Engage with REDCAT advisory team.
15% - Essential - Lead coordination of infrastructure needs required for regulated research data.
10% - Essential - Remain current with national RCD and Regulated Research Data organizations and initiatives. Remain current with national RCD resources, tools, and trends.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education - Master's Degree or Bachelor's Degree with 10 Years of Experience
Work Experience - 7+ Years

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Education - Doctoral / Professional Degree - Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, Computational Science Domain
Work Experience - 15+ Years

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Comprehensive Job Knowledge - Comprehensive knowledge of theories and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages Work of Others - Manages work of others including hiring, terminating, training and developing, reviewing performance and administering corrective action for staff. Plans organizational structure and job content.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Develops Department Budgets - Responsible for developing one or more departmental budget(s). Estimated amount of budgetary responsibility in dollar amount must be added.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
Recognize or inspect visually

WORKING CONDITIONS:

No Work Conditions

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 37.5 Hours / Week

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Expected Salary Range: ($ 138,119.00 - $ 185,000.00)

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

March 2, 2025 @ 11:59 PM

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, or related medical condition), national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. Clemson University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and encourages applications from minorities and women.