Information Technology Professional - Thippareddi - University of Georgia : Job Details

Posting Details Posting Details Posting Number S13032P Working Title Information Technology Professional - Thippareddi Department CAES-Poultry Science About the University of Georgia Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens. About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 12/17/2024 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 02/01/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([email protected]). USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at . Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at . Position Information Classification Title IT (Information Technology) Professional FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications. Preferred Qualifications Position Summary The University of Georgia Poultry Safety Research team is seeking a motivated and hardworking Information Technology professional to support and develop novel approaches to design, develop and implement instrumentation to collect, analyze, and present poultry production metrics both at pre-harvest and post-harvest stages, including poultry production (growth, behavior) microbiological, and animal welfare data as well as similar data obtained from post-harvest stages. This position will work under the direction of Dr. Harshavardhan Thippareddi. The UGA Poultry Safety Research team is a highly collaborative team that works with academic, industry, and government partners nationally and internationally. The research is also highly interdisciplinary and often includes working with engineers, pre-harvest (production) management experts, poultry nutritionists, microbiologists working in the pre- and post-harvest poultry facets, and other allied disciplinary experts. Continuation of employment beyond one year is contingent upon available funding Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• B.S. in Engineering or Computer Science
• Experience in conducting applied animal research
• Strong organizational and collaborative skills
• Experience in building PowerBI, tableau dashboards, time series data analysis, machine learning
• Interest and experience in wearable animal technologies for collection of physiological data
• Background in engineering or computer science, instrumentation design, testing and validation, implementation, data collection and analysis in animal (poultry) based applications.
• Experience in the use of the programming languages Python, Java, C++, C#, SQL, MATLAB, R and data visualization tools such as PowerBI.
• Familiarity with statistical analyses using linear, mixed, and non-linear models, as well as non-parametric data to analyze large data sets. Physical Demands
  • Minimal lifting/bending in the normal operations of a typical office/lab environment.
  • Driving to/from multiple locations as needed for job duties. Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the . Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the . Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities
    • Fabricate research instrumentation for collection of data such as temperature, humidity, air velocity of the animals (birds) as well as the animal environment.
    • Conduct animal related research in collaboration with the researcher(s), collect research data on animal production and processing related research. Percentage of time 50 Duties/Responsibilities
      • Organize the data and conduct data analysis using tolls and software available using programming languages such as Python, Java, C++, C#, SQL, MATLAB, R
      • Develop data visualization by building power BI and tableau dashboards, Google charts, etc.
      • Prepare research reports using developed graphics and assist in preparation of manuscripts for publication
      • Troubleshoot data related issues using coding languages or reporting tools. Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities
        • Update necessary software, content management systems and code base to ensure digital tools are up to date and compliant with security protocols.
        • Research and evaluate emerging software and technologies or methods to collect, analyze and report data related to the animal production metrics both at pre-harvest and post-harvest stages, including poultry production (growth, behavior) microbiological, and animal welfare data as well as similar data obtained from post-harvest stages. Percentage of time 20