What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Computing Specialist position at University of North Carolina Charlotte?
Research Computing Specialist
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Position Information
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General Information
| Position Number | 001982 |
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| 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 |
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| Primary Purpose of Department | The Office of OneIT provides highly reliable information technology infrastructure, tools, and services to empower the University to achieve its academic, research, administrative, and service goals. The Research Computing team within OneIT provides powerful High Performance Computing services to researchers at the University. |
| 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. |
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| Special Notes to Applicants |
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| Posting Open Date | 04/03/2026 |
| Posting Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
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Do you have at least a bachelor's degree and 4 years of relevant work experience, including 1-3 years of Linux Systems Administration experience, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience?
- Yes, at least a bachelor's degree and 4 years of relevant work experience, including 1-3 years of Linux Systems Administration experience.
- Yes, an associate's degree and 6 years of relevant work experience, including 1-3 years of Linux Systems Administration experience.
- Yes, a high school diploma or GED and 8 years of relevant work experience, including 1-3 years of Linux Systems Administration experience.
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Required Documents
- Resume / Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
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The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and an ADVANCE Institution that strives to create an academic climate in which the dignity of all individuals is respected and maintained. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, gender identity or sexual orientation.