Overview
InterAx Biotech is proud to be among the leading GPCR drug discovery teams in the industry. Our in-house expertise spans atomic, molecular, cellular, and organism levels, covering all key stages of drug discovery and early drug development. We capitalize on unique mathematical models of cell signaling, cutting-edge experimental cellular assays, profound knowledge in GPCR drug pharmacology, and state-of-the-art computational chemistry along with machine learning and AI tools. Our team boasts exceptional proficiency in medicinal chemistry and drug development.
We are currently expanding our team in the Zurich-Basel area of Switzerland, seeking a seasoned Senior System Administrator to manage and optimize both cloud and on-premises IT infrastructures. The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in system administration, networking, virtualization, and IT security, with expertise in both software and hardware solutions. You will collaborate closely with our scientific computing teams to ensure high availability, performance, and security of our systems.
Please note: Due to Swiss regulations, we only consider applicants from Switzerland, the EU/EFTA, or those with a valid work permit.
Primary Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive IT support for researchers and staff, troubleshooting both software and hardware issues.
- Administer and support cloud infrastructure, including virtual machines, containers, and network configurations across various cloud platforms (Google Cloud, Amazon AWS, MS Azure).
- Manage on-premises servers, handling data storage, computational workflows, and virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V).
- Support deployment and maintenance of specialized scientific software and workflows used in molecular modeling, computational biology, cheminformatics, and data analytics (e.g., GROMACS, KNIME, RDKit, Matlab, Python-based workflows).
- Configure, troubleshoot, and support network infrastructure, including routers, switches, VPNs, and firewalls.
- Oversee installation, configuration, and updates of operating systems (Linux, Windows, macOS), applications, and drivers.
- Troubleshoot software and hardware issues of experimental instruments in the biology lab.
- Write and optimize scripts to automate routine tasks.
- Ensure system security, data integrity, and regular backups while implementing access controls and cybersecurity best practices.
- Monitor system performance and uptime, proactively addressing potential issues.
- Document IT procedures, configurations, and troubleshooting protocols for internal knowledge sharing.
- Assist with the technical onboarding of new employees, ensuring they have the necessary tools and access.
- Collaborate with research teams to understand and anticipate IT needs in support of ongoing projects.
Education and Key Qualifications
- M.Sc. in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 5+ years of experience in systems administration, including Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
- Proficiency in managing cloud platforms and hybrid infrastructure setups.
- Clear understanding of Infrastructure as Code and Immutable Infrastructure principles.
- Familiarity with scientific computing tools (Python, R, Jupyter, Docker, conda environments).
- Scripting skills for automation (PowerShell, Bash, Python).
- Knowledge of virtualization technologies (VMware ESXi, VCenter, Hyper-V).
- Experience with cybersecurity best practices.
- Expertise in Active Directory/Exchange.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and adaptability.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with non-technical users.
- Fluency in English; proficiency in German is a plus.
Nice to Have
- Experience working in a start-up environment or the pharma/biotech industry.
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.