Job description:

In this role you will work closely with researchers to provision, manage and optimise secure, high-performance computing resources, supporting both day-to-day operations and specialised research projects.

Working along side the Senior System Administrator, your role will include system provisioning, performance monitoring, job and storage optimisation, software deployment, security management, and documentation. You will also contribute to the deployment and operation of AI research infrastructure as we expand support for AI-enabled research.

What you'll do

• Administer and support Linux-based HPC systems and services
• Monitor performance, optimise workloads and manage resources
• Build, provision and maintain HPC and AI research infrastructure
• Ensure system security, integrity and compliance
• Install and maintain HPC, scientific and containerised software
• Manage user access, onboarding and offboarding
• Maintain technical documentation and respond to service requests

What you'll bring

• Experience administering HPC systems in a research or academic environment
• Strong Linux (RHEL) administration skills and scripting experience (Shell, Python, R)
• Experience with SLURM or similar job schedulers
• Experience supporting AI/ML workloads and model deployment
• Knowledge of HPC software management (e.g. SPACK, open-source builds)
• Strong communication, troubleshooting and teamwork skills

Please view the position description here.

Any questions? Reach out to Nauman Maqbool at **************@mcri.edu.au.

What you'll enjoy

• Access a range of salary packaging options, covering entertainment, novated leases, and more
• Enjoy a variety of flexible work arrangements (2 days onsite, 3 days WFH)
• Work at the forefront of research computing and AI-enabled research
• Collaborate with researchers across diverse disciplines
• Hands-on experience with large-scale HPC and advanced AI infrastructure
• Opportunity to shape and improve emerging research technologies
• Develop in-demand skills in HPC, Linux, AI and scientific computing
• Work within a collaborative, expert technical team

Who we are

Murdoch Children's Research Institute envisions a transformative future for child health. Our institute is a hub of impactful scientific breakthroughs, particularly in early interventions, enhanced diagnosis, prevention, and potential cures. We thrive on collaborative, multidisciplinary problem-solving to address challenging queries in child health. Committed to inclusivity and respect, we foster a positive working environment that values diverse backgrounds and experiences. As a proud member of the Australian Network on Disability and a dedicated supporter of Science Australia Gender Equity (SAGE), we uphold principles of equal opportunity and diverse representation.

We are committed to the safety of children and young people and takes a zero tolerance approach to all forms of child abuse, exploitation and harm. Child safety is prioritised in our decision-making at all levels of the Institute.

Apply now!

If you believe this role is a good fit for you, please apply by submitting:

• Your resume
• A cover letter providing specific examples about why you are suited for the role

Ensure these documents are combined into a single PDF file.

We welcome individuals of diverse genders, ages, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, abilities, religions, and sexual orientations in our workplace. We actively encourage talented individuals from all walks of life to apply for our job openings. Our commitment lies in fostering a workplace that is barrier-free and inclusive, aiming to attract the most skilled candidates.

For any questions related to the recruitment process, feel free to reach out to our Recruitment Team at ***********@mcri.edu.au. Ensure that you include the position number and job title in the subject line. Please refrain from sharing your application to this email address.

Please note, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

No recruitment agencies please.

Applications close 10 February 2026