High Performance Computing (HPC) Systems Administrator

NYU Grossman School of Medicine; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellness program

Job summary

NYU Grossman School of Medicine seeks an experienced HPC Systems Administrator to support high-performance computing for world-class researchers and clinicians. You will deploy, monitor, and optimize Linux-based HPC clusters and storage, assist with software installs, and collaborate with scientists and engineers to plan resources.

The role requires scripting, cluster management, and strong PHI security practices, along with thorough documentation and user training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Bioinformatics, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience administering Linux systems, HPC clusters, and large-scale storage solutions.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl for system administration and automation.
• Experience with job scheduling systems (e.g., Slurm, PBS, LSF) and resource management tools.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across system, hardware, network, and application layers.
• Familiarity with scientific software installation, configuration, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of security best practices, including the handling of PHI in research environments.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills; ability to support and train non-expert users.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, administer, and monitor Linux-based HPC clusters and petascale storage systems.
• Install, maintain, and upgrade scientific software, libraries, and licensed applications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system, hardware, and application issues across HPC environments.
• Develop and maintain scripts for system administration, monitoring, reporting, and data pipeline optimization.
• Provide technical support to researchers; assist with project execution, benchmarking, and resource planning.
• Research, deploy, and optimize resource management and scheduling systems (e.g., batch systems).
• Evaluate and manage a helpdesk ticketing system; ensure timely resolution of user-submitted issues.
• Integrate HPC systems with laboratory equipment such as DNA sequencers, mass spectrometers, and Cryo-Electron Microscopes.
• Implement and manage HPC security infrastructure; ensure compliance with PHI handling policies and best practices.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and user guides.
• Develop and deliver training sessions and workshops on HPC usage and best practices.
• Consult with researchers to assess computational needs and prepare resource planning reports.
• Support grant proposal development with technical specifications for computational infrastructure.

Skills

Linux admin

Scripting (Bash/Python)

Job scheduling

PHI security

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Bioinformatics/Physics

Tools

Globus

Aspera

GPFS/Lustre

Job description

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is one of the nation's top-ranked medical schools. For 175 years, NYU Grossman School of Medicine has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history and enrich the lives of countless people. An integral part of NYU Langone Health, the Grossman School of Medicine at its core is committed to improving the human condition through medical education, scientific research, and direct patient care. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

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Position Summary:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a High Performance Computing (HPC) Systems Administrator.

The High Performance Computing (HPC) Systems Administrator will leverage technical expertise to collaborate with the HPC team, scientists, and software engineers in supporting the computational needs of world-class researchers in both clinical and basic science at NYU Langone Health (NYULH). Reporting to the Director of the NYULH HPC Facility, the Systems Administrator will work closely with facility staff, principal investigators, research labs, core facilities, individual scientists, and students. Primary responsibilities include system administration, system monitoring, troubleshooting, software maintenance, installations, and optimization of advanced computing systems and related infrastructure.

Job Responsibilities:

• Deploy, administer, and monitor Linux-based HPC clusters and petascale storage systems.
• Install, maintain, and upgrade scientific software, libraries, and licensed applications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system, hardware, and application issues across HPC environments.
• Develop and maintain scripts for system administration, monitoring, reporting, and data pipeline optimization.
• Provide technical support to researchers; assist with project execution, benchmarking, and resource planning.
• Research, deploy, and optimize resource management and scheduling systems (e.g., batch systems).
• Evaluate and manage a helpdesk ticketing system; ensure timely resolution of user-submitted issues.
• Integrate HPC systems with laboratory equipment such as DNA sequencers, mass spectrometers, and Cryo-Electron Microscopes.
• Implement and manage HPC security infrastructure; ensure compliance with PHI handling policies and best practices.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and user guides.
• Develop and deliver training sessions and workshops on HPC usage and best practices.
• Consult with researchers to assess computational needs and prepare resource planning reports.
• Support grant proposal development with technical specifications for computational infrastructure.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Bioinformatics, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of experience administering Linux systems, HPC clusters, and large-scale storage solutions.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl for system administration and automation.
• Experience with job scheduling systems (e.g., Slurm, PBS, LSF) and resource management tools.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across system, hardware, network, and application layers.
• Familiarity with scientific software installation, configuration, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of security best practices, including the handling of Protected Health Information (PHI) in research environments.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills; ability to support and train non-expert users.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting research computing in biomedical or clinical environments.
• Familiarity with data transfer optimization tools (e.g., Globus, Aspera) and parallel file systems (e.g., GPFS, Lustre, BeeGFS).
• Experience integrating HPC resources with laboratory instruments (e.g., DNA sequencers, mass spectrometers, microscopes).
• Experience developing and delivering technical training, tutorials, or workshops.
• Knowledge of grant writing processes and preparing computational resource justifications.
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Singularity, Docker) in HPC environments.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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