Technical Specialist

4 weeks ago

London, Canada Western University Full time

**About Western**:
**About Us**:
Earth Sciences is the science of the planet Earth. We seek to understand the Earth's internal structure and composition; its dynamic character (earthquakes, volcanoes, plate tectonics); the processes that occur within it; the processes that shape its surface and the materials that constitute its surface layers; the connections between Earth’s surface processes, climate and our environmental sustainability; the origin, occurrence, extraction and conservation of the Earth's natural resources (minerals, fossil fuels, soils, and water); the place of the Earth within the Solar System, and the history of life on Earth.

Western's Department of Earth Sciences is a close-knit and dynamic department combining cutting edge academic and applied research with strong mentorship and teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate level. Our graduates can be found in industry, academia and government across Canada and around the world. Come see us in the Biological and Geological Sciences Building to see what Earth Sciences has to offer.

**Responsibilities**:
i. UI and UX refinement
iii. Graphic design
iv. Definition & Development of new features
v. Performance & memory optimization
vi. Data encryption through API
vii. Data upload/download through REST APIs
viii. Code versioning using tools such as Git & GitHub
ix. Maintenance, software updates, code review, & testing
x. Identification of potential problems and resolution
xi. Software documentation
xii. Solid understanding of OOP concepts & mobile architecture
xiii. Write consistent, well-documented code

b. Team lead and coordination of the field geology iPad App and development
i. Assist in the selection of new team members
iii. Provide technical leadership to teammates through coaching and mentorship.
- c. Computer programming and website development
- i. Coordination of integration of App, Database, Server, and Website, ensuring they all work as an integrated system**Qualifications**:
**Education**:
- Undergraduate Degree in a relevant discipline

**Experience**:
- 2 years' working experience in a related academic research environment

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:
- Familiarity with University research policies and practices
- Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Ability to collaborate across internal and external boundaries to meet common objectives, improve outcomes and support work beyond one's own unit
- Communication skills to describe technical concepts effectively to both novice and sophisticated users
- Ability to write clear, concise, and accurate procedural documentation
- Ability to provide solutions and ideas for improvement by using imaginative approaches where constructive thinking and innovation are required
- Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
- Ability to multi-task and maintain an organized and effective personal work environment
- Ability to work in a fluid and evolving work environment with changing deadlines and priorities
- Ability to work independently and maintain direction and focus through proactive planning and organized approaches to work
- Results-oriented with the ability to motivate and coach others to meet high performance standards
- Proven ability and natural inclination to develop relationships by interacting with people in a professional, respectful and diplomatic manner
- Ability to adhere to legislated safety requirements and Western safety policies
- Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals
- Demonstrated ability to research/investigate issues and resolve problems

**Western Values Diversity**:
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

**Please Note**:
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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