University of Southern California
Research Technology Specialist
University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Research Technology Specialist
Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and SciencesLos Angeles, CaliforniaThe University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is located in the heart of downtown L.A. and is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the "Trojan Family," comprised of the faculty, students, and staff that make the university a great place to work.As a community of Dornsife College, we are committed to the creation, preservation, and communication of fundamental knowledge in all its forms, as well as a lifelong passion for learning and a commitment to the betterment of society. The academic mission of Dornsife College can only be realized to its fullest potential when we build and protect a representative, equitable, inclusive culture of scholarship for students, faculty, and staff.This newly created Research Technology Specialist position will report to the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences Associate Dean, Chief Technology Officer/Chief Information Officer. This full-time position serves as a technical point of contact, consultant, and project manager for Dornsife research groups in the area of specialized research computing. Provides analytical and technical expertise on systems integration, installations, troubleshooting, replacement, and upgrades of servers and operating systems. Designs, programs, and/or installs advanced tools to help manage systems and application environments. Guides researchers in the areas of IT security, data protection, and asset management.Responsibilities:Work with researchers to assess their instrument, software, hardware, and networking needs.Connect researchers with existing Dornsife and/or USC IT resources.Expand research groups' utilization of the university's high-performance computing facility.Assist researchers through troubleshooting hardware, software, instrument, and network issues.Guide researchers in the areas of IT security, data protection, and asset management.Qualifications:Experience working directly with researchers in highly technical and complex environments.Proficient in: Linux, Mac OS, Windows, Cloud Storage, High Performance Computing.Salary range: The annual base salary range for this position is $125,875 - $139,404. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.Required Documents and Additional Information:Resume and cover letter required (may be uploaded as one file). Please do not submit your application without these documents.Job openings are posted for a minimum of five business days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended, so please apply on the same business day if interested.USC has excellent benefits, including health benefits for staff and their family with access to the renowned university medical network; eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions after six months of employment; tuition benefits for staff and their family; free Professional Development classes; central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses, and free tram pick-up services; discounts to sporting and other campus events.Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.The University of Southern California is an Equal Opportunity Employer that Values Diversity.Minimum Education:
Bachelor's degree, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum educationMinimum Experience:
5 yearsMinimum Field of Expertise:
Expert understanding and strong technical knowledge of and experience with systems administration, backups, operating systems programming languages, and associated hardware platforms. Previous systems administration experience required.REQ20131762
Posted Date: 07/30/2024
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and SciencesLos Angeles, CaliforniaThe University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is located in the heart of downtown L.A. and is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the "Trojan Family," comprised of the faculty, students, and staff that make the university a great place to work.As a community of Dornsife College, we are committed to the creation, preservation, and communication of fundamental knowledge in all its forms, as well as a lifelong passion for learning and a commitment to the betterment of society. The academic mission of Dornsife College can only be realized to its fullest potential when we build and protect a representative, equitable, inclusive culture of scholarship for students, faculty, and staff.This newly created Research Technology Specialist position will report to the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences Associate Dean, Chief Technology Officer/Chief Information Officer. This full-time position serves as a technical point of contact, consultant, and project manager for Dornsife research groups in the area of specialized research computing. Provides analytical and technical expertise on systems integration, installations, troubleshooting, replacement, and upgrades of servers and operating systems. Designs, programs, and/or installs advanced tools to help manage systems and application environments. Guides researchers in the areas of IT security, data protection, and asset management.Responsibilities:Work with researchers to assess their instrument, software, hardware, and networking needs.Connect researchers with existing Dornsife and/or USC IT resources.Expand research groups' utilization of the university's high-performance computing facility.Assist researchers through troubleshooting hardware, software, instrument, and network issues.Guide researchers in the areas of IT security, data protection, and asset management.Qualifications:Experience working directly with researchers in highly technical and complex environments.Proficient in: Linux, Mac OS, Windows, Cloud Storage, High Performance Computing.Salary range: The annual base salary range for this position is $125,875 - $139,404. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.Required Documents and Additional Information:Resume and cover letter required (may be uploaded as one file). Please do not submit your application without these documents.Job openings are posted for a minimum of five business days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended, so please apply on the same business day if interested.USC has excellent benefits, including health benefits for staff and their family with access to the renowned university medical network; eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions after six months of employment; tuition benefits for staff and their family; free Professional Development classes; central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses, and free tram pick-up services; discounts to sporting and other campus events.Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.The University of Southern California is an Equal Opportunity Employer that Values Diversity.Minimum Education:
Bachelor's degree, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum educationMinimum Experience:
5 yearsMinimum Field of Expertise:
Expert understanding and strong technical knowledge of and experience with systems administration, backups, operating systems programming languages, and associated hardware platforms. Previous systems administration experience required.REQ20131762
Posted Date: 07/30/2024
#J-18808-Ljbffr