This position delivers practical research computing support to STEM research groups and facilities, focusing on deployment and maintenance of various computing environments
Job Summary
This position delivers practical research computing support to STEM research groups and facilities, focusing on deployment and maintenance of various computing environments.
The role involves collaborating with Technical Coordinators and academic researchers to assess requirements, implement solutions, and monitor system performance.
RMIT University is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing its people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities.
Matching Summary
This position delivers practical research computing support to STEM research groups and facilities, focusing on deployment and maintenance of various computing environments.
Salary
HEW 6 + 17% Superannuation
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Linux and Windows Server administration
HPC and compute node support
GPU workstation support
Research data storage and backup
Instrument-PC integration
Secure networking for research
Nice-to-have
Consultative approach to researchers
Clear documentation and runbooks
Pragmatic data retention approaches
Child safe organisation commitment
Key Requirements
2-3 years experience supporting research computing
Relevant tertiary qualification or experience
Experience in financial management with reporting
Vendor training in CUDA/GPU or SLURM (desirable)
ITIL Foundation (desirable)
Understanding of TCP/IP, VLANs, DHCP/DNS, firewall concepts
Python, Bash, and/or PowerShell scripting
Git basics
NAS/NFS/SMB, backup/restore experience
Demonstrated understanding of current OH&S legislation