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SCRI is Scotland’s leading institute for research on plants and their interactions with the environment, particularly in managed eco-systems. Our mission is to conduct excellent research in plant and environmental sciences. Our vision is to deliver innovative products, knowledge and services that enrich the life of the community and address the public goods of sustainability and high quality and healthy food.

As part of the IT team, you will lead on the installation, development and administration of Linux Services (including a cluster) which are key in the IT infrastructure for both research and administration at SCRI. You will also be involved in developing bespoke database solutions, as well as providing support and maintenance to installed applications. You will be offered training to maintain and develop your skill base and the opportunity to train in a variety of other technologies to enable you to provide relief cover.

To carry out this role you will need to have a degree in Computing Systems or equivalent professional qualifications/experience. Ideally you will have 2 years appropriate experience in systems administration and knowledge of database development. Knowledge of Linux, TCP/IP, DNS & SQL are essential.

Further information on this post is available on our website www.scri.ac.uk/HR/jobs.htm or by contacting the HR office on 01382 568561. Applications for this post must include a curriculum vitae, a covering letter and details of 3 referees. Applications should be sent to the HR Office, SCRI, Invergowrie, Dundee DD2 5DA by Friday 8th June 2007, quoting the reference number CIS/4/07.

The Institute is an equal opportunities employer