Data Specialist for Scientific Data 50%-100%, Zurich, fixed-term
ETH Zürich
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Data Specialist for Scientific Data
50%-100%, Zurich, fixed-term
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About ETH Zürich and ETH IT Services
ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specializing in science and technology. We are renowned for our
excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000
people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an
environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we
work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.
To support research and teaching, the IT Services of ETH Zurich operate as a service organization in a large and
complex IT environment. We offer ETH Zurich members high-quality, flexible and scalable IT services to help them
compete with the best universities in the world.
The section ID Infrastructure (INFRA) is responsible for the data and voice networks of ETH Zurich as well as for the
planning, installation and their maintenance. It is also responsible for services in the areas of storage, virtual
servers / containers, multimedia equipment of lecture halls, video productions and recordings of lectures. In addition,
the IT Security Center uses preventive methods and reactive processes to monitor the delivery and usage of IT services
throughout ETH Zurich.
Project background
Different scientific data repositories within the ETH domain are accessible by using different authentication schemes,
access technologies and functionalities for data access.
The Open Research Data (ORD) project wants to define and establish a common agreed Storage Access API for ETH domain
data repositories. to enable the scientific community. Access to data is a fundamental part to provide Open Research
Data to the scientific community.
The storage services team is responsible for the provision of resilient central storage services at ETH.
To strengthen our storage team within the ORD project, we are looking for committed personality as a specialist in
computer science focused in data science immediately or by mutual appointment.
Job description
Your main tasks include developing storage access APIs in the complex storage infrastructure. As a specialist, you are
the contact person for the ORD project. Requirement engineering for scientific data access and interactions within the
project round off the task profile.
Profile
We expect you to have the following skills:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, preferably in computer science or related disciplines.
- Basic understanding of large storage systems
- General knowledge of storage technologies
- Basic knowledge of how APIs work
- Good knowledge of at least one programming language
- Good knowledge of AWS S3 protocol
- Basic Knowledge of Identity Providers / Management Systems
- Good knowledge of linux OS and posix interface
You have a good command of English (written and spoken). Furthermore, you work independently and in a structured
manner, reliable and you enjoy to share your knowledge within an inter organizational project, then we would like to
meet you.
Workplace
Workplace
We offer
In the IT Services department, we are committed to flexible and family-friendly working models, and a healthy
work-life balance is essential for us. ETH Zurich supports a policy of diversity and inclusion.
Furthermore we offer:
- Work in a heterogeneous, complex and highly exciting environment
- Support for further education and training
- Flexible working hour models, remote work options, and the possibility of and home office work
- Employee benefits, including public transportation subscriptions, car sharing, sports facilities through ASVZ,
childcare services, and more.
chevron_right Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich
We value diversity
In line with our values, ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value
diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students
are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open
environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish.
Curious? So are we.
We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:
- CV
- Motivation letter
- Diplomas and work certificates
Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via
email or postal services will not be considered.
Further information about IT Services can be found on our IT-Service website
https://ethz.ch/staffnet/en/organisation/departments/it-services.html.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Tilo Steiger, Tel. +41 44 6327175 oder E-Mail
steiger@ethz.ch (no applications).
For recruitment services the GTC of ETH Zurich apply.
About ETH Zürich
ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our
excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000
people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an
environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we
work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.
About ETH Zürich
ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our
excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000
people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an
environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we
work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.
50%-100%, Zurich, fixed-term
print Drucken
About ETH Zürich and ETH IT Services
ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specializing in science and technology. We are renowned for our
excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000
people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an
environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we
work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.
To support research and teaching, the IT Services of ETH Zurich operate as a service organization in a large and
complex IT environment. We offer ETH Zurich members high-quality, flexible and scalable IT services to help them
compete with the best universities in the world.
The section ID Infrastructure (INFRA) is responsible for the data and voice networks of ETH Zurich as well as for the
planning, installation and their maintenance. It is also responsible for services in the areas of storage, virtual
servers / containers, multimedia equipment of lecture halls, video productions and recordings of lectures. In addition,
the IT Security Center uses preventive methods and reactive processes to monitor the delivery and usage of IT services
throughout ETH Zurich.
Project background
Different scientific data repositories within the ETH domain are accessible by using different authentication schemes,
access technologies and functionalities for data access.
The Open Research Data (ORD) project wants to define and establish a common agreed Storage Access API for ETH domain
data repositories. to enable the scientific community. Access to data is a fundamental part to provide Open Research
Data to the scientific community.
The storage services team is responsible for the provision of resilient central storage services at ETH.
To strengthen our storage team within the ORD project, we are looking for committed personality as a specialist in
computer science focused in data science immediately or by mutual appointment.
Job description
Your main tasks include developing storage access APIs in the complex storage infrastructure. As a specialist, you are
the contact person for the ORD project. Requirement engineering for scientific data access and interactions within the
project round off the task profile.
Profile
We expect you to have the following skills:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, preferably in computer science or related disciplines.
- Basic understanding of large storage systems
- General knowledge of storage technologies
- Basic knowledge of how APIs work
- Good knowledge of at least one programming language
- Good knowledge of AWS S3 protocol
- Basic Knowledge of Identity Providers / Management Systems
- Good knowledge of linux OS and posix interface
You have a good command of English (written and spoken). Furthermore, you work independently and in a structured
manner, reliable and you enjoy to share your knowledge within an inter organizational project, then we would like to
meet you.
Workplace
Workplace
We offer
In the IT Services department, we are committed to flexible and family-friendly working models, and a healthy
work-life balance is essential for us. ETH Zurich supports a policy of diversity and inclusion.
Furthermore we offer:
- Work in a heterogeneous, complex and highly exciting environment
- Support for further education and training
- Flexible working hour models, remote work options, and the possibility of and home office work
- Employee benefits, including public transportation subscriptions, car sharing, sports facilities through ASVZ,
childcare services, and more.
chevron_right Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich
We value diversity
In line with our values, ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value
diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students
are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open
environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish.
Curious? So are we.
We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:
- CV
- Motivation letter
- Diplomas and work certificates
Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via
email or postal services will not be considered.
Further information about IT Services can be found on our IT-Service website
https://ethz.ch/staffnet/en/organisation/departments/it-services.html.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Tilo Steiger, Tel. +41 44 6327175 oder E-Mail
steiger@ethz.ch (no applications).
For recruitment services the GTC of ETH Zurich apply.
About ETH Zürich
ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our
excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000
people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an
environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we
work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.
About ETH Zürich
ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our
excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000
people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an
environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we
work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.