Linux Systems Engineer

The Friedrich Miescher Institute for Biomedical Research (FMI) is looking for a Linux Systems Engineer to complement its IT team. This role will focus on IT-related activities that enable scientific computing and big data management.

The FMI’s IT team provides both general IT services — such as managing laptops, phones, email access, and data center infrastructure — and specialized IT systems for more than 20 research groups and technology platforms, all based in a state-of-the-art facility on the Novartis Basel-St. Johann campus.

In this role, you will:

• Manage scientific storage systems, including VAST Data with petabytes of capacity.
• Administer state-of-the-art Linux servers (Rocky) and support various scientific applications, including managing job queues on the HPC cluster.
• Automate processes, transitioning manual configurations to an everything-as-code approach.

About you:

• You hold a university degree in IT or have equivalent education.
• You have 5+ years of hands-on experience maintaining Linux systems and applications.
• You can demonstrate proficiency with scripting (Ansible) and programming languages (Python)
• You can communicate clearly and effectively in English.

What we offer:

• Opportunities to interact with scientists and receive training on cutting-edge technologies.
• A dynamic, international and multidisciplinary environment that strives to be inclusive to people from diverse backgrounds.
• A 3-year initial contract with the possibility of transitioning to a permanent position.
• A competitive compensation and benefit package.

Please submit your application electronically at  www.fmi.ch/opening . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Be sure to include:

• A letter of motivation
• Your CV
• The names and contact details of 2-3 referees

For further information about this position, please contact Brian Suomela, Head of IT (Write an email).

About the FMI

The FMI is a world-class biomedical research institute affiliated with the University of Basel and Novartis Biomedical Research. With an international staff of about 330 people, including more than 170 postdoctoral fellows and graduate students, the FMI is focused on fundamental research in the fields of genome regulation, multicellular systems and neurobiology. The institute is located in the vibrant city of Basel, the third largest city in Switzerland and the leading European hub for the life sciences, conveniently situated at the borders with France and Germany.

At the FMI, diversity is central to innovation and collaboration. We foster an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute meaningfully. We welcome applicants of all genders, cultures, ethnicities, and demographics who can complement our existing team. Join us in building a scientific community that represents and benefits the world we study.