Research Computing & Systems Specialist

Memorial University of Newfoundland; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial University of Newfoundland is seeking a Research Computing Specialist (Band 7) in the Faculty of Science. The role provides computer laboratory and research computing support to faculty and graduate students, and works with IT specialists to ensure efficient operation of departmental network services.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting software/hardware, updating software, selecting software and hardware for research programs, and developing components to automate administrative

Qualifications

• University degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• Expertise integrating computer hardware and software for research equipment.
• Knowledge of Linux, Mac and Windows operating systems; scripting background helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provide computer laboratory and research computing support to faculty and graduate students.
• Oversee and troubleshoot department network services; update software and hardware as needed.
• Develop software components to automate administrative systems and maintain research equipment.
• Liaise with Information Technology Services (ITS) and Information Technology Procurement (ITP).

Skills

Linux

Mac OS

Windows

Scripting languages

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Job description

Memorial University of Newfoundland is seeking a Research Computing Specialist (Band 7) in the Faculty of Science. The role provides computer laboratory and research computing support to faculty and graduate students, and works with IT specialists to ensure efficient operation of departmental network services.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting software/hardware, updating software, selecting software and hardware for research programs, and developing components to automate administrative