Department Technology Coordinator at the Department of Chemistry at Georgia State University

Description: Department Technology Coordinator
College of Arts & Sciences
Chemistry

The College of Arts & Sciences at Georgia State University is transforming lives through our research advances, career-empowering teaching, and work with community partners in Atlanta and around the globe.

As the largest college on the Atlanta Campus, the College of Arts and Sciences is home to more than 15,000 students, 550 faculty, and 300 staff members. Our faculty teach the core curriculum courses that serve as the foundation of nearly every student’s university education.

These are exciting times at The College of Arts and Sciences at Georgia State University. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence.

The College of Arts and Sciences is seeking a dedicated and experienced Department Technology Coordinator.

WHAT MAKES College of Arts & Science A GREAT PLACE?

• A flexible work environment
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

The ideal candidate for this position will manage the overall integration, performance, and maintenance of systems hardware, software, and related infrastructure in both academic and research computing environments.

The essential duties and responsibilities of the Department Technology Coordinator are the following:

• Diagnose and resolve highly complex technical problems with computer hardware, software, and network printers.
• Deploy and administer secure and scalable virtualization and storage infrastructure, including Windows and Linux servers, such as network file, print, web, and database servers, to support instructional and research innovation.
• Ensure that the development and implementation of technology security measures meet the University’s standards and research compliance regulations.
• Assist with technology purchases and student technology fee proposals and maintain inventory control of all information technology equipment in the department.

Disclaimer: This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee’s direct supervisor.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree with 4 years of work experience.

Preferred Hiring Requirements:

• Knowledge of integrated systems and relational database concepts and systems.
• IT security and research compliance requirements for IRB, HIPAA, FERPA, etc., as they relate to system administration and implementation.
• Knowledge of networking principles and protocols, such as TCP/IP, HTTP, HTTPS, SMTP, LDAP, FTP, DHCP, DNS, VLANS, and VPN.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux, and programming/scripting languages, such as C, C++, C#, Java, Python, PowerShell, Bash, etc.
• Experience with Microsoft Active Directory, LDAP, Microsoft SCCM, and content management systems like WordPress.
• Experience with High-Performance Computing (HPC) and virtualization technologies: VMware, Microsoft Hyper-V, KVM, and network storage systems such as SAN, NAS, etc.

College/Business Unit: College of Arts & Sciences
Department: Chemistry
Location: Atlanta Campus
Shift: 8:30 AM - 5:15 PM
Salary : $71,000
Pay Grade: 16
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Type: Full Time (Benefits Eligible)
Job Posting: 11/28/23, 8:22:09 AM
Closing Date: 12/08/23, 11:59:00 PM

Biophysical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Medicinal Chemistry Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Position in the Department of Chemistry at Georgia State University

Job Summary

The Department of Chemistry in the College of Arts and Sciences at Georgia State University (GSU) seeks exceptional candidates for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position.

GSU and the Department

GSU, a world-class public doctoral research university with more than 54,000 students, is in downtown Atlanta, Georgia. GSU has recently invested significantly into its academic enterprise and is among the Carnegie Foundation’s elite category of Very High Research Activity (R1). GSU is ranked No. 1 in public universities for undergraduate teaching and No. 2 for innovation (U.S. News & World Report, 2022).

The Department of Chemistry is a fast-growing program with forty faculty. Students and faculty contribute to cutting-edge externally funded research at the chemistry and bio/medical science interface. Candidates are invited to explore our dynamic/vibrant ongoing research programs, facilities, and resources at https://research.gsu.edu/ and https://chemistry.gsu.edu/.

Qualifications For the Position

Essential qualifications: A Ph.D. degree in Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, or a related field, and post-doctoral experience is required. The primary evaluation criteria are outstanding research accomplishments, the ability to establish an independent research program with significant extramural funding, an unwavering dedication toward excellence in teaching, and a demonstrated commitment to working with Georgia State student and faculty populations.

Preferred qualifications include but are not limited to understanding biological processes, the mechanism of interaction of small molecules with nucleic acids or proteins, large biomolecular motors (machines), enzyme catalysis, drug design, drug delivery, or understanding complex biological processes.

The bio-related research focus will ensure synergy with other research programs in the Department of Chemistry and other units within the College of Arts and Sciences, the Institute of Biomedical Sciences, and the Byrdine F. Lewis School of Nursing and Health Professions.

GSU is committed to developing a diverse faculty. Qualified applicants from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Procedure

A single PDF file should be sent to: [email protected] consisting of a cover letter; curriculum vitae; contact information for three referees; research plan/s; teaching philosophy including preferred course(s)/area(s); two pages or less outline of how the professional and academic experiences have prepared the candidate to support and apply Georgia State’s mission and core values, which are described in the GSU strategic plan (https://strategic.gsu.edu/), and an estimate of startup needs.

A review of the applications will start on 10/15/2023. The position will remain open until filled.

Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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