RESEARCH COMPUTING SPECIALIST (BAND LEVEL 7)

October 14, 2026

RESEARCH COMPUTING SPECIALIST (BAND LEVEL 7)

Faculty of Science

(Contractual Position to September 30, 2027)

This competition may be used to fill identical positions in this unit within three (3) months of the closing date

All qualified employees are welcome to apply, however preference is given to CUPE members

The University will consider applications from qualified permanent staff who may be interested in a temporary assignment, subject to departmental approval

DUTIES

Under the direction of the Faculty of Science's Systems Manager, the Research Computing Specialist will be responsible for providing computer laboratory support and research computer support to faculty members in the Faculty of Science. This position will work with a team of IT specialists and will provide support to departments within the faculty. Duties include overseeing and ensuring the efficient operation of departmental network services; troubleshooting existing software and hardware issues; updating software; assisting faculty and graduate students in identifying the software and/or hardware required to facilitate research programs, including commercial and freeware computer applications; developing software components or programs to support the automation of administrative systems and functions; maintaining and providing ongoing support for research equipment; serving as a departmental liaison with Information Technology Services (ITS) and Information Technology Procurement (ITP); and performing other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience (3-5 years) in research computer support; graduation from a university with major coursework in Computer Science is required; or an equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered. The ideal candidate will be an expert in the integration of computer hardware and software into systems (research equipment) used for sample analyses and the collection of various biological and chemical data; have knowledge of commercial and freeware software packages relevant to the departments within the Faculty of Science; and be familiar with Linux, Mac, and Windows-based operating systems. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, as is a strong background in scripting or shell programming languages to support the automation of system administration functions. An understanding of web design and maintenance would be considered an asset.

SALARY $63,450 – $71,679 per annum (CUPE 1615)

An upscale hiring step has been applied to this position (Step 5)

CLOSING DATE October 28, 2026 by 5:00 p.m. NST

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women; 2SLGBTQIA+ people; persons whose gender identity or gender expression is nonbinary or otherwise not cisgender; Indigenous peoples; racialized people; Black persons; and persons with disabilities. Memorial is committed to providing an inclusive learning and work environment.

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