Pittsburgh Technology Jobs See Yearly Net Gain
Hundreds of Pittsburgh technology jobs have been created during the last year.
A new study from The Technology Collaborative found that while 215 robotics and digital technology jobs were lost throughout Pennsylvania during the last fiscal year, more than 300 jobs were created, resulting in a net gain of 125 jobs during the 12-month period.
Tech Collaborative is a Pittsburgh-based non-profit organization focused on growing the tech and robotics sectors throughout the state. The organization offers various resources to early-stage companies, including an incubator program, seed investment and industry expertise.
Texas Tech Jobs Supported by TIPS
One new facility will help to support Texas tech jobs.
The Texas A&M Institute for Preclinical Studies recently opened. TIPS will train veterinarians, physicians, scientists, technicians and engineers in order to meet the growing needs of the biomedical industry, while accelerating the research, development and commercialization of breakthrough technologies.
"This building and its high-tech mission are proof that Texas is prepared to play a lead role in the development of new ideas, technologies and therapies," Gov. Rick Perry said. "The TIPS institute will fuel our state's economy by facilitating collaboration between public universities and the private sector and providing a forum where great ideas can grow into successful businesses and quality jobs."
St Louis IT Jobs Training
Residents preparing for St Louis IT jobs and other technology-centric positions throughout Missouri are getting some free help.
Job seekers throughout St. Louis and Missouri are taking advantage of free technology education provided to residents through the Microsoft Elevate America program, a partnership between the state and Microsoft.
The Missouri Department of Economic Development recently announced that only four weeks after the launch of the program, more than 10,000 people have applied to receive a voucher for e-learning and certification programs. There are a total of 24,750 vouchers available.
Online Training in Demand for IT Workers
While the State of Maine has a healthy IT industry, many workers with IT jobs are demanding training for new technology, including online training.
A recent report from the Technology Association of Maine based on a survey of 288 IT businesses found there is a demand among IT professionals for "educational opportunities, especially in the form of just-in-time skills training to address the training needs of emerging and disruptive technologies."
TechMaine, which is the statewide trade association for Maine's technology industries, created the report as part of a federally funded project to address the impact of the impending closure of the Brunswick Naval Air Station.
Colorado Tech Jobs Get Cloudy Outlook
One company is planning to cut more than 100 Colorado tech jobs and thousands of jobs throughout the country.
Computer technology company Sun Microsystems Inc. recently announced that it will cut hundreds of jobs in January 2010 at the company's Colorado facility as part of a national round of layoffs that will result in the loss of thousands of jobs.
The company, which is based in Santa Clara, Calif., submitted an advance notice of mass layoffs to state labor officials under the federal Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act. According to an article by the San Francisco Business Times, mass layoffs are considered those in which 50 or more workers are let go within a 30-day period.
Baltimore IT Jobs Created by Three Companies
Three companies are planning to create several Baltimore IT jobs.
The cyber-security organizations, which include CyberPoint International, Vir2us Inc. and Security Technology Institute, plan to open in Baltimore and create a total of more than 100 new jobs during the next two years.
CyberPoint International, which opened last month, currently has 10 employees and plans to hire 100 more. The company provides cyber security-related engineering and technical services. CyberPoint International was created by a Maryland native who formerly served as vice president and director of the intelligence and space business unit at SRA International, Inc. and CEO of RABA Technologies.
Tech Jobs in Los Angeles Take Flight
A world-renowned aerospace company is helping to create tech jobs in Los Angeles.
Airbus Americas recently announced that it has awarded a $10 million contract to McStarlite Company. The six-year contract will support 120 existing jobs with McStarlite, as well as create an additional 40 new jobs.
"Airbus has proven to be a strong business partner with more than 100 suppliers throughout California," Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa said. "By doubling its direct economic investment, Airbus' commitment to the region helps ensure that the aerospace industry remains a strong economic engine here in Southern California where it began. Los Angeles is always on the cutting edge of creativity and innovation, and companies like McStarlite make the city's business community shine."
HR Software Beneficial as Tech Hiring Picks Up
Tech companies could benefit from the use of HR software (Click here) as hiring begins to pick up.
A recent report from Robert Half International and CareerBuilder found that IT will be a major focus when companies begin to hire more employees, with the majority of hiring managers responding that the technology department will be the first in their organization to add positions after the recession.
To make the hiring process easier, companies can opt to use HR software in order to find the best and most qualified candidates. Using such software will help your company save time and money when its ready to begin hiring workers again.
Tech Job Report Paints Positive Picture
The Dice Report, a monthly analysis of the technology job space in various markets, is painting a more positive picture.
The report notes that all indicators point to the idea of the recession coming to an end. This is evidenced by job counts increasing in two of the largest markets and customers searching the Dice resume database more frequently than during any other time this year.
As of November 2, there were 52,084 total tech jobs available, including 29,351 full-time positions, 25,461 contract positions and 1,120 part-time positions.
Tech Jobs in Kentucky Get Funding
Two companies will soon create several new tech jobs in Kentucky.
The Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority recently awarded state funding to two high-tech companies - Louisville Bioscience, Inc. and Laboratory and BioDiagnostics, LLC - in order to create a combined 36 jobs with average salaries of more than $64,000 per year.
Laboratory and BioDiagnostics, or LabDx, will receive $250,000 in the form of a forgivable loan to help purchase equipment and outfit the company's laboratory. According to an article by Manufacturing & Technology eJournal, the company expects to create at least 18 full-time, high-tech and technical support jobs in Kentucky by the end of next year.