Technical Specialist (HPC-Cloud) or Research Technical Professional I (HPC-Cloud) - Fixed Term

Manchester Metropolitan University is investing in its research capabilities like never before. This is your opportunity to join at a formative moment, helping shape the technical foundation of a major new research centre. You'll be part of a welcoming and forward-thinking team committed to enabling high-impact research through digital innovation.

We are launching an ambitious new Centre for Digital Data Research to harness the power of digital data in driving world-class, socially responsible research. This cross-disciplinary centre will combine academic and technical expertise with advanced computing capabilities to enable research at scale - from the processing of large, complex data sets to the training and deployment of cutting-edge AI models.

To support this exciting new centre, we are seeking an HPC-Cloud technician/specialist to play a critical role in supporting the computational platform to facilitate research projects. You will work closely with researchers, fellow team members within Technical Services and our colleagues in Information Technology & Digital to ensure key research projects have support in using university's research cloud platform optimally. Your expertise will help underpin the University's ambition to become a leader in digital and data-driven research.

Appointment Details
We are offering this appointment as one of two roles:

• Technical Specialist (HPC-Cloud): £35,116 to £39,355
• Research Technical Professional I (HPC-Cloud): £40,497 to £46,735

You will:

• Support the provisioning of HPC systems both on-prem and cloud, as well as supporting the monitoring of these systems.
• Build required software and configuration on HPC platform using relevant tools.
• Use scripting languages such as bash, Perl and python to facilitate diagnostic monitoring, automation and queue management.
• Work closely and collaboratively with team members in Technical Services, colleagues in other Professional Services and research staff to ensure facilitation of research projects.

You will bring:

• Proven experience of using Linux operating system and system administration experience on this platform.
• Skills in supporting and provisioning of HPC systems.
• Extensive experience of use of scripting languages.
• Proficiency in the use of software building and configuration on HPC platform, and experience of relevant technology and required tools.
• Familiarity and understanding of database administration, Big Data and Deep Learning technologies.

Why Join Us?
We have a first-class career structure for our Technical Services colleagues (https://www.mmu.ac.uk/news-and-events/news/story/university-launches-educational-and-research-promotional-pathways). Our offer enhances the visibility, career development and potential of our technical professional, fostering their growth within our university. The Research Technical Professional (RTP) pathway is designed to attract, develop and retain technicians supporting and delivering research with impact. Those on this pathway can apply for promotion if they can demonstrate they meet technical and technology focused criteria.

Apply Now
To apply, please decide which of the two roles is right for you. The RTP role is on our new promotion pathway consisting of three roles, RTP I to III. Once on the pathway individuals can apply for promotion when they can evidence set criteria. Applicants who can't currently evidence the criteria can apply for the Technical Specialist role. We are committed to developing all our staff. Once in post, Technical Specialists wishing to transfer onto the RTP promotion pathway can work with their line manager to develop the required evidence. If you would like more information about our new promotion pathways, please contact TSPromotions@mmu.ac.uk.

Please upload your CV and a Cover Letter (Your cover letter should be no more than 2 pages) via the portal (available on the university's website, accessed by the 'Apply' button), detailing which role you are applying for and how you meet the selection criteria for your selected role. To have an informal chat about either role, please contact Morvarid Randjbar (m.randjbar@mmu.ac.uk).

We believe in working together, sharing knowledge and valuing everyone's contributions. Develop your skills, further your knowledge and be part of a team who are transforming lives, every single day! 

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from local and international communities, including those from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.

Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.

Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached Job Description for that vacancy.

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