COMPUTER SYSTEMS ADMINSITRATOR

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: The Department of Geology & Geophysics is seeking a full-time computer systems administrator to support research and teaching in the area of computational geosciences. The position will compliment existing strengths within our department in computational geophysical fluid dynamics and scientific visualization. This position is a 12-month, 75-100%-time appointment, which is annually renewable.

SALARY: Commensurate with background, education, and experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES: This individual would be responsible for maintaining the department's computer resources consisting of approximately 65 personal computers and 18 UNIX (SGI) workstations. Systems administration responsibilities will include: maintenance of the software and operating systems; maintaining the ethernet network; offering courses in application software and systems as necessary, setting up new machines; performing regular backups; maintaining/upgrading the departmental web page, and maintenance of the departmental computer lab.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: B.Sc., M.Sc., or Ph.D. degree in Earth Sciences is strongly preferred with a strong background in computer science. Training and/or experience in IBM compatible, Apple, and UNIX system administration. Experience in a wide range of personal computer software applicable to geological sciences is desired. Good oral and written communication skills are required as well as a willingness to learn and adapt to the changing computational environment.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Applicants should send a cirriculum vitae, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, a letter summarizing the individual's interests and goals in the area of computational geosciences, and three letters of reference to Kathy Ohler, Department of Geology & Geophysics, 310 Pillsbury Dr. SE, Minneapolis MN, 55455. Recruitment remains open until position is filled. Application review will begin on March 15, 1999.

The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.