System Administrator Scientific IT Area

CRAG; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 45.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading research organization is seeking a skilled IT professional to supervise and optimize their computational resources. The role involves managing a cluster, supporting users, and enhancing bioinformatics tools. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in IT and bioinformatics, with excellent problem-solving and communication skills. This position offers a full-time interim contract with flexible working conditions and opportunities for professional growth.

Servicios

Flexible working hours

Teleworking options

22 days of holidays

9 free days for personal matters

Intensive working hours in summer

Formación

• Experience in managing scientific IT in research or academic settings valued.
• Experience with bioinformatic tools and databases is an asset.

Responsabilidades

• Supervise CRAG computers cluster, ensuring optimal performance.
• Coordinate installation and maintenance of bioinformatics software.
• Help users efficiently utilize the cluster through seminars and discussions.

Conocimientos

C

Python

R

Perl

Problem Solving

Communication

Organizational Skills

Educación

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Informatic Engineering

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computational Biology

Herramientas

Slurm

LSF

SGE

Descripción del empleo

• Supervise and coordinate the use of CRAG computers cluster, ensuring the smooth operation and optimal performance of the computational resources.
• Propose improvements and optimization strategies of the cluster architecture and software engineering considering CRAG needs and the state of the art in the field.
• Coordinate the installation, configuration, and maintenance of bioinformatics software and tools, and provide general support to the users, helping them in the installation and proper use of new dedicated programs.
• Help CRAG users to efficiently use the cluster, through general introductory seminars, user meetings and one-to-one discussions.

REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor's or master’s degree in Informatic engineering, Computer science, Computational Biology, or a related field.
• Proficiency in programming languages like C and languages commonly used in bioinformatics, such as Python, R, and Perl.
• Experience in managing the scientific IT area in a research or academic setting will be positively valued.
• Strong knowledge in pipeline optimization.
• Experience with cluster resource management software, such as Slurm, LSF, or SGE.
• Experience in bioinformatic tools and databases will be an asset.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot technical issues efficiently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with researchers from diverse backgrounds.
• Organizational skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

• Interim contract until filling the vacancy with a permanent contract.
• Working day : Full 37.5 hours / week.
• Remuneration : depending on the experience and qualifications provided and framed within the salary structure of CRAG.
• Planned date of incorporation : As soon as possible.
• Facilities for balance work and personal life through teleworking and flexible working hours, 22 days of holidays, 9 free days of personal matters; intensive working hours on summer and Fridays.
• Good environment and good place to work.

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