Software Developer in Computational Science

Software Developer in Computational Science

The Department of Physics and Astronomy seeks a Staff Software Developer with expertise and potential for growth in Python3-based application development for computational electromagnetism (CEM) calculations.

Funded by our recent Naval Engineering Education Consortium (NEEC) grant, and in coordination with NSWC Corona (NAVSEA), this position represents an opportunity to lead a team of undergraduate engineers in computational research with defense and scientific applications. The successful candidate will lead a team of undergraduates to model multibeam, linearly-polarized RF phased arrays in an open-source 3D printing and CAD environment.

Hours: Monday-Friday
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Full Time/Part Time status: Part-time, 20 hours/week
Salary Range: $33.80 per hour; Salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge.

Reports to: Associate Professor of Physics and Computer Science
Location/Department: Whittier College (Main Campus)/ Physics and Astronomy

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential Functions of the job:

• Oversee and develop the skills of two undergraduate researchers
• Update existing code to model 2D and 3D electromagnetic systems
• Implement modules to aid in 3D visualization of designs
• Introduce machine learning algorithms to optimize current designs and explore new ones
• Write scientific and engineering manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals

Non-Essential Job Functions:

• Office software skills
• Zoom/Discord video call communication
• Technical report writing

Position Specifications and Requirements:

The successful candidate will have at least a Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following: Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related technical field. Software development experience (Python3, Miniconda) is required.

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Electronic Devices, and Software: Familiarity with high- performance computing environments (HPCs) is highly useful.

Physical Activity/Effort: Ability to meet online and code with undergraduate researchers

Environmental Conditions: This role is up to 100 percent remote work.

Application Deadline: until the position is filled.

The position is based in Whittier, California. To be considered for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume to: whittierjobs@whittier.edu and jhanson2@whittier.edu or mail to Whittier College, Attn: Human Resources Manager, 13406 E Philadelphia Street Whittier, CA 90608. AA/EOE.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment. Whittier College does not sponsor employment-based visas for any position and does not participate in the E-Verify program. Applicants must be able to satisfy all employment eligibility verification requirements without employer sponsorship or participation in E-Verify.

Whittier College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, religion creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, or sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal Law

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