Linux and HPC System Administrator / Linux and HPC System Administratoress

Universität Bern - September 14, 2025

Interfaculty Bioinformatics Unit

Start of employment: by agreement

2-year limited contract with the possibility of extension

Tasks

As a key member of our team, you will:

  • Administer and maintain our Linux server infrastructure.
  • Manage and optimize our HPC clusters, ensuring high performance and availability.
  • Provide essential support by analyzing, prioritizing, and resolving user problem requests.

Requirements

  • Proven in-depth experience with Linux system administration.
  • Hands-on experience with virtual machines and containerization technologies.
  • Practical experience administering HPC clusters, particularly with Slurm.
  • Strong understanding of network, storage, and web technologies.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.

We Offer

  • A supportive and collaborative work environment within a highly engaged team.
  • Access to excellent computational resources and state-of-the-art infrastructure.
  • A highly varied workload that ensures continuous learning and the opportunity to develop new methods and technical skills.
  • An attractive workplace located in the vibrant Länggasse neighbourhood of Bern.
  • A stable role with a 2-year initial contract and the strong possibility of extension, offering long-term career prospects.

Application and Contact

For subject-specific questions and information about the position, please contact PD Dr. Rémy Bruggmann at remy.bruggmann@unibe.ch.

Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Location : Bern
Country : Switzerland

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