Associate Director of Research ComputingLocation: Rochester, NY (Hybrid)
Schedule: Full-time
Comp Range: $200K-$325K
Summary- The Associate Director of Research Computing leads the strategy, delivery, and modernization of large-scale computational environments. This role oversees high-performance computing (HPC), AI/ML platforms, cloud-based research systems, secure data environments, and complex scientific workloads. The director manages cross-functional engineering teams, drives infrastructure investments, and partners with research groups to enable advanced analytics and compute-intensive projects.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and execute long-term strategy for HPC, AI/ML environments, cloud platforms, scientific software, and secure data systems.
- Direct operations, performance, and lifecycle planning for critical research computing infrastructure.
- Lead systems engineers, research facilitators, and computational specialists supporting system design, user enablement, and security compliance.
- Work directly with research teams to identify requirements, support onboarding, improve workflows, and ensure scalable compute access.
- Oversee planning for compute budgeting, data management, and technical inputs for grant submissions.
- Build funding models, forecast resource needs, and manage multimillion-dollar portfolios for hardware, cloud, storage, and staffing.
- Establish governance processes, service standards, and communication plans to ensure reliability and transparency.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree preferred.
- 10+ years in informatics, advanced computing, data-intensive research, or similar fields.
- 5+ years leading technical teams or managing complex computing environments.
- Expertise in HPC architecture, large-scale storage, cloud computing, AI/ML platforms, and secure computing frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-171).
- Strong communication skills and ability to work across engineering teams, technical leadership, and research stakeholders.
- Broad IT experience including architecture, infrastructure engineering, development, analysis, and project management.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Rochester, NY.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $200000.00 - $325000.00/yr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Rochester,NY.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Feb 18, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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