Reporter 20/1/99: Institute of Astronomy

Institute of Astronomy

STARLINK COMPUTER MANAGER

Applications are invited for a post in the Starlink team at the Cambridge Institute of Astronomy (IoA) Starlink Node. Starlink is a UK-wide network of Unix computers for the analysis of astronomical data. The Cambridge IoA node has about 170 research and technical staff using mainly Solaris/Sun workstations and Linux PCs. The successful candidate will work as a member of a close-knit team of three Starlink managers and the IoA's Computer Officer. She or he will be expected to work independently within strategic guidelines and responsibilities will include: user support, system management, hardware installation, provision of documentation for users, administration, and liaison with the Starlink Project at RAL. The post-holder will report to the senior Starlink manager and day-to-day operation of the computer systems is based on a help-desk fault logging and monitoring system. Candidates should have a good degree in a mathematical or physical science and experience of using or managing Unix systems (preferably Solaris 2.x and Linux). Knowledge of astronomical software, such as Starlink, IRAF, or AIPS, would be an advantage. Appropriate training will be given where necessary. The post is available immediately for a period of just under three years. Salary on appointment, depending on age and experience, will be at Computer Associate, Grade IV (£15,735 to £18,275 a year) or at Computer Associate, Grade III (£18,275 to £23,651 a year).

Applications (two copies), including a curriculum vitae and the names and addresses of two referees, should be sent to the Secretary of the Institute of Astronomy, Madingley Road, Cambridge, CB3 0HA, to arrive by 19 February 1999. Further information about the IoA is available at http://www.ast.cam.ac.uk/. Informal enquires may be made to Peter Bunclark (psb@ast.cam.ac.uk).

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