Information Technology Assistant for HPC (ref. no. HPC_ITA_24_02)
Κατηγορία:Πληροφορική/Υπολογιστές
Πόλη:Λευκωσία
The Cyprus Institute
Πανεπιστήμια / Εκπαιδευτικά Κέντρα
Deadline for applications: 06/01/2025
Application process open *
The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.
The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Institute as an IT Assistant for the HPC Facility of the Institute. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day execution of tasks for the smooth operation of the HPC Facility.
The initial period of the appointment will be for a duration of 24 months with the possibility of renewal, depending on performance and availability of funds. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.
Responsibilities/activities to be involved in:
- Provides broad range of administrative support including:
- Maintenance and update of records
- Preparation and carrying out correspondence
- Handling documentation
- Minutes keeping
- Schedules appointments, meetings, and events arrangements
- Responds to inquiries and works closely with key staff in the administration of activities and programs
- Serves as the first contact to end-users who need technical assistance.
- Supports with technical support to end-users across the organization and external users including troubleshooting hardware and software issues, setting up new devices, and resolving network connectivity problems.
- Assists with the IT procurement, including sourcing and purchasing hardware/software that is required by the HPC Facility.
- Assists with IT/HPC related projects.
- Helps with the setup of online meetings and prepares event venues.
- Assists in keeping the IT/HPC systems up-to-date and fully functional.
- Carries out new user inductions in relation to systems procedures, use of systems and equipment.
- Compiles and maintains an accurate inventory of hardware and software.
- Performs related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Basic Academic qualifications (School Certificate, Diploma)
- Basic understanding of computer architecture.
- Excellent knowledge of the English language both verbally and in writing
- Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Demonstrates development ability, outstanding organizational, analytical skills, problem solving and communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adopt to a multicultural/multinational environment
- Ability to multitask and changing priorities in a high-pressure work environment
- Attention to detail
- Customer service-oriented approach.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor degree will be considered an advantage
- Experience with Linux systems will be considered an advantage.
- Familiarity with shell scripting will be considered an advantage.
- Programming knowledge (Python; C and JavaScript are a plus) will be considered an advantage.
- Relevant work experience, Internships with demonstrable relevance is considered an advantage
- Familiarity with Virtualization Software is an advantage
- Knowledge of the Greek language will be an advantage
Application
For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, and a list of two (2) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact George Tsouloupas (g.tsouloupas@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.
*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed
The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.
Contact person: George Tsouloupas
Reference number: HPC_ITA_24_02