The Medical Research Council (MRC) Toxicology Unit is a leading International Research Institute within the School of Biological Sciences, University of Cambridge.
We are looking to appoint an IT Specialist to provide IT support for the research and administrative functions of the Toxicology Unit.
Main duties and responsibilities include:
General IT Support
- First-tier technical support, including general AV and IT troubleshooting for Windows, MacOS, and mobile devices
- Ensure user and instrument devices are updated/University compliant
- Manage computer life cycle
- Prepare and update standard operating procedures
- Prepare user guides and provide training to users at all levels
System Management and Support
- Manage user account life cycle
- Hands-on experience managing and maintaining Windows and Linux services, including AD, group policy, DNS, DHCP, Hyper-V, SQL Server, and Mongo DB
Network Management and Support
- Manage/maintain network infrastructure, including configurations, patching and tuning
- Ensure the network is secure and working efficiently. Troubleshoot network problems, collect performance statistics and create reports
You will be educated to degree level/level 6 vocational qualification or equivalent level of experience with demonstrable hands-on experience in IT support on different platforms. You will be a good communicator, highly proactive and able to develop and maintain technical knowledge.
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 31 March 2027 in the first instance.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact hradmin@mrc-tox.cam.ac.uk
Further information can be found on our website: https://www.mrc-tox.cam.ac.uk
Please quote reference PU45415 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
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