Information Systems Associates III

With little supervision, works creatively and independently to establish objectives, meet deadlines, and complete difficult assignments by demonstrating full competency in one or more areas of computer and information systems; assists substantively in planning technical aspects of projects as well as identifying and developing appropriate techniques and computer solutions for scientific investigation and business systems development.

Characteristic Duties

develops a major portion of the solutions for complex information or library systems, with supervision consisting primarily of milestone progress reviews;
conducts analysis or design of new approaches to solve complex information system problems requiring broad knowledge of information or library system fields;
plays a significant role in report writing or proposal preparation and may single author results as appropriate;
interact with Scientific and Technical Staff colleagues for utilization of information or library systems expertise in the solution of research and engineering problems;
may supervise other personnel or may operate as independent researcher.

Desired Qualifications
Ph.D. in a related field, or Master's in a related field with several years of relevant experience, or Bachelor's in a related field with more than five years of experience. In the absence of a formal degree, considerable equivalent work experience is required. Successful candidates will have demonstrated the technical skill, motivation, independence, and creativity necessary to complete difficult tasks. Career Potential:While there is no appropriate time limit for appointment at this rank, exceptional individuals will be promoted. Candidates should develop a mastery of specialized techniques or ingenuity and creativity in selecting and evaluating approaches to problems. They should develop the ability to apply an analytical approach to solutions and to assimilate the details and significance of various analyses, procedures, and tests prior to being considered for promotion.

Last updated: February 25, 2013

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