The University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Research Computing Specialist

Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 4+ years of work experience, including 1-3 years in Linux Systems Administration, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience with High Performance Computing technologies, including schedulers and storage systems.
  • Proficient in specifying, acquiring, and deploying computer hardware and software systems.
  • Background in Higher Education is preferred.
  • 2 to 5 years of experience in Linux Systems Administration is desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Support ongoing operations of Research Computing facilities through systems management and maintenance.
  • Develop and deploy upgraded technical capabilities for research computing.
  • Interact with and support users of the research computing facilities.
  • Contribute to technical design and strategy development for research computing.
  • Direct technical work of other staff members as needed.

Benefits

  • Access to a comprehensive benefits program, including health and wellness packages.
  • Professional development opportunities to enhance skills and career growth.
  • Flexible work hours, with occasional evening and weekend hours as necessary.
Full Job Description
Position Information

General Information

Position Number
001982

Vacancy Open to
All Candidates

Working Title
Research Computing Specialist

Position Designation
EHRA Non-Faculty

Employment Type
Permanent - Full-time

Months per Year
12

Work Schedule

8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Monday - Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary.

Hours per week
40

FLSA Status
Exempt

Division
OneIT

Department
Office of OneIT (Adm)

Work Location
Kennedy

Salary Range

Primary Purpose of Position

This Research Computing Specialist serves as a key team member reporting to the Director of University Research Computing. Critical systems management and other operational duties are performed by this position, with duties, responsibilities, and objectives delegated from the Director. This position contributes to shaping the strategic direction of University Research Computing. At times, this position may provide leadership or supervision of the technical work of the other staff members.

Summary of Position Responsibilities

This position is responsible for supporting ongoing operations of the Research Computing facilities, including systems management and maintenance, developing and deploying upgraded capabilities, and interacting with and supporting users. This position is also responsible for supporting technical design and strategy development. This position may also include the responsibility to direct the technical work of other staff members.

Minimum Education/Experience
  • Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant work experience to include 1-3 years of Linux Systems Administration experience; or
  • An equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.


Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience
  • Experience in High Performance Computing related technologies such as schedulers, parallel computing, storage systems, or scientific applications.
  • Experience specifying, acquiring, and deploying computer hardware and systems software.
  • Experience in Higher Education.
  • 2 to 5 years of Linux Systems Administration experience.


Necessary Certifications/Licenses

Preferred Certifications/Licenses

Special Notes to Applicants
  • If there is a document you feel is relevant to this position that you would like reviewed with your resume and application, you may upload it to the "Other Documents" section of the Applicant Documents.
  • The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report.
  • The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
  • Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
  • UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/


Posting Open Date
04/03/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Proposed Hire Date

If time-limited please indicate appointment end date

Contact Information

About The University of North Carolina at Charlotte

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is a public research university in Charlotte, North Carolina. UNC Charlotte offers 23 doctoral, 64 master's, and 140 bachelor's degree programs through nine colleges: the College of Arts + Architecture, the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, the Belk College of Business, the College of Computing and Informatics, the Cato College of Education, the William States Lee College of Engineering, the College of Health and Human Services, the Honors College, and the University College.
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