Team Leader and Researcher in IT Systems
University of Zurich Information Technology
Switzerland
Information Technology / Science IT (S3IT)
Team Leader Science IT Systems
Service and Support for Science IT (S3IT) is a central unit at the University of Zurich that provides and supports IT infrastructure and services for researchers. We offer access to systems that are tailored to the needs of research as well as providing support and consulting services to allow our customers to optimally make use of the IT tools and resources available to them. We are looking for a
Team Leader Science IT Systems (80-100%)
with specialized knowledge of research IT systems and skills to foster continued growth and further development of the services. In this role you will lead a very engaged team of system engineers and coordinate the team's activities with other units across the University.
Team Leader Science IT Systems
80-100 %
Service and Support for Science IT (S3IT) is a central unit at the University of Zurich that provides and supports IT infrastructure and services for researchers. We offer access to systems that are tailored to the needs of research as well as providing support and consulting services to allow our customers to optimally make use of the IT tools and resources available to them. We are looking for aTeam Leader Science IT Systems (80-100%)
with specialized knowledge of research IT systems and skills to foster continued growth and further development of the services. In this role you will lead a very engaged team of system engineers and coordinate the team's activities with other units across the University.
Your responsibilities
- Lead a team with 4+ system engineers
- Take responsibility for all centralized scientific computing services at the University of Zurich, including support, operations and enhancements of specialized IT systems
- Cultivate a partnership-based collaboration with researchers to understand their needs. You will use their feedback and your expertise in scientific computing to optimally set the direction for further development of the services
- Drive the development and reliable delivery of the services together with your team
- Ensure compliance with regulatory constraints at all times
- Foster an efficient collaboration with multiple IT teams of the University, partnering institutions and suppliers
Your profile
- University degree, preferably PhD, in computer science or a related field
- Experience as a team leader
- Expert knowledge in areas of computer science such as high-performance computing, data analysis, scientific computing, software development, and algorithms
- Knowledgeable in Linux system administration and networking. Experienced with automated system deployment at scale
- Competent at troubleshooting and able to analyze and quickly isolate the cause of problems
- Familiar with research activities in academia and comfortable discussing solutions with Professors, Post Docs, and PhD candidates
- Ability to turn abstract requirements into the concrete and to map them onto existing infrastructure or to develop the necessary systems or services
- Experience with OpenStack and Slurm is considered a plus
- An excellent command of written and spoken English and very good communication skills in German
What we offer
We offer a dynamic work environment with friendly colleagues on the beautiful Irchel campus in direct contact with many IT experts and research groups. You will have the chance to be an integral part of a growing research IT unit. Compensation is commensurate with experience and is in accordance with the high living standards of Zurich. For additional information about an employment at the University of Zurich please visitPlace of work
ZurichStart of employment
Employment start date to be mutually agreed.Further information
Dr. Marcel Riedi, Head of Science IT will be happy to answer questions. Please send your full application (motivation letter, CV, diplomas, references) by email.
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