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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is this new thing?

The RCD Nexus is an NSF-funded Cyberinfrastructure Centers of Excellence (CI CoE) pilot to develop a Research Computing and Data Resource and Career Center. 

How can I learn more or get involved?

Subscribe to the rcd-nexus-announce@carcc.org email list (e.g., by emailing rcd-nexus-announce+subscribe@carcc.org), check back regularly on this site, or email us at rcd-nexus@carcc.org and let us know how you’d like to help.

How do I get access to tools and services?

See the Tools menu above to request access to and support for our current tools (including the RCD Capabilities Model and the RCD Job Family Framework).

See the Services menu above to request support and consulting services.

Additional products and services will be added over time.

How does the RCD Nexus relate to CaRCC?

The RCD Nexus provides infrastructure and support for CaRCC activities, and this website provides a public-facing repository of resources in support of RCD professionals and programs.

RCD Nexus Leadership

Dana Brunson (Internet2)	Overall program leadership and guidance
Thomas Cheatham (U of Utah)	Involving Students in RCD/Workforce Development
Claire Mizumoto (UC San Diego)	Professional Development of Staff
Patrick Schmitz (Semper Cogito)	Enhancing/Supporting the RCD Capabilities Model, Portal Development Oversight
Scott Yockel (Harvard)	RCD Professionalization (Job Families, Staffing Survey)