The Division of IT Research Support Solutions “XTeam” at the University of Missouri builds, installs, & manages hardware, software, scientific applications, & security solutions for research computing needs across the campus. Researchers at the University are involved in diverse fields of study & research, requiring innovative & committed technologists with a variety of skillsets. We are not just hiring into a position; we’re creating an advanced team of experts who are enthusiastic about discovery & being a part of making greater discovery possible.
The ITRSS LINUX System Administrator will be a part of the team that builds, installs, & manages the hardware, software, scientific applications, & security for research computing devices across campus.
This position includes the following, but not limited to, responsibilities:
34% Install, configure, & maintain Linux systems in a scientific environment for university researchers.
20% Evaluate, install, upgrade & maintain scientific software in a scientific environment for university researchers.
10% Secure & monitor systems & consult with researchers, staff & students on securing applications & systems.
15% Serve as a technical consultant for sponsored research projects that require research computing services.
10% Troubleshoot hardware/software problems & system failures.
5% Creation of documentation & training for peers, faculty, staff & students in the use of specialized computing, instrumentation, & associated scientific software.
5% Investigating new technologies of importance to research computing & researchers.
1% Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
This position is on-site in Columbia, MO, & has the potential for occasional travel to other campuses.