Software Developer (all genders welcome) (Department of Geochemistry and Isotope Geology) (ID 16005)

Einrichtung: Department of Geochemistry and Isotope Geology (ID 16005)

Ansprechpartner: Prof. Gerhard Wörner

Besetzungsdatum: ab sofort

Veröffentlichungsdatum: 20.01.2022

The University of Göttingen is currently inviting applications for the position of a

Software Developer (all genders welcome)

Fixed-term (2.5 years; possible extension for another 3 years) at Research Assistant level (TV-L E13, 100%)

The position is part of the new “Digital Geochemical Data Infrastructure” (DIGIS [https://www.uni-goettingen.de/de/digital+geochemistry+infrastructure/643369.html ]) research group at the University of Göttingen, supported by a cluster of four research projects funded through the DFG’s Scientific Library Services and Information Systems (LIS) programme [https://www.dfg.de/en/research_funding/programmes/infrastructure/lis/index.html ]. An extension of the positions for further three years is planned, pending excellent performance of the DIGIS project and successful follow-up grant application.

The aim of DIGIS is to develop and maintain the highly successful and well-established geochemical database GEOROC [http://georoc.mpch-mainz.gwdg.de/georoc/database ], prepare new means of data harvesting and data entry as well as to stabilize the web-based connectivity with other existing geochemical databases, such as EarthChem [https://www.earthchem.org] of the IEDA (Interdisciplinary Earth Data Alliance). DIGIS also forms an integral part of the current NFDI4Earth [https://www.nfdi4earth.de ] consortium.

Project description and responsibilities:
You will be responsible for the implementation and adaption of an existing data model for data entry and curation of geochemical data for the GEOROC database. This includes development and administration of a new web application platform (using OOP-PHP and DRUPAL) for GEOROC as well as the development of an API that links the database with independently developed data analysis and visualisation tools. Further responsibilities include the collaboration in the development of a digital data archiving system for rock samples that is linked to GEOROC via the International Geo Sample Number (IGSN) standard.

Qualifications:
Master’s degree (or equivalent work experience) in the fields of IT-technology, Informatics, or related fields. Advanced experience and programming skills in a higher programming language (such as OOP-PHP and Ajax) are essential. Basic experience with databases and their IT infrastructure (SQL) is required. Excellent written and spoken communication in English as well as being an active team player are mandatory.

What we offer:
The position offers you the chance to obtain advanced qualification in the fields of data science and research data management. Within DIGIS, you will be part of a young and vibrant research group where you will benefit from a close collaboration with the University’s Library (SUB) research and IT development team [https://www.sub.uni-goettingen.de/projekte-forschung/forschung-entwicklung/ ]. The DIGIS group has well-established links to international as well as national data science initiatives (e.g. EarthChem, NFDI4Earth) that will provide you with excellent opportunities to extent your personal network for your professional future in data science.

The University of Göttingen is an equal opportunities employer and places particular emphasis on fostering career opportunities for women. Qualified women are therefore strongly encouraged to apply in fields in which they are underrepresented. The university has committed itself to being a family-friendly institution and supports their employees in balancing work and family life.The mission of the University is to employ a greater number of severely disabled persons. Applications from severely disabled persons with equivalent qualifications will be given preference.

Please submit all relevant documents (motivation letter, CV, copies of transcript of records, copies of academic degree diplomas, abstract of master thesis, two references) as one single PDF in electronic form to: [email protected] . Closing date for applications is February 28, 2022.

For further information please contact Prof. Gerhard Wörner [http://www.uni-geochem.gwdg.de/en/ ], Department of Geochemistry and Isotope Geology, Faculty of Geosciences and Geography, University of Göttingen via E-Mail: [email protected]

Please note:
With submission of your application, you accept the processing of your applicant data in terms of data-protection law. Further information on the legal basis and data usage is provided in the Information General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)