About Us
The MRC Laboratory of Medical Sciences (LMS) is a pioneering biomedical research institute designed around a unique multi-platform computing environment that integrates Windows, Apple, and Linux technologies. It serves as a hub where scientists and clinicians collaborate to expand understanding of biology and its translation into medical advancements. As one of three directly funded MRC research institutes, LMS maintains strong partnerships with Imperial College London and the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly capable individual to join the LMS Computing Facility, a close-knit and collaborative team of IT specialists. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering reliable IT infrastructure support and user services to the LMS community. You’ll play a key role in developing, deploying, and maintaining backend systems that drive the Facility’s operations. Furthermore, providing training and support to staff on secure, effective use of hardware and software will be integral to your responsibilities. Collaboration with key stakeholders at Imperial College London and Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust will be essential in driving forward the mission of LMS.
About You
We are looking for an experienced, proactive, and motivated IT professional with a hands-on approach and a passion for advancing your expertise in IT infrastructure and systems. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a unique IT ecosystem that features large-scale servers, storage solutions, high-performance computing (HPC), virtualisation technologies, and state-of-the-art scientific equipment.
What We Offer
This role offers exciting professional development opportunities alongside a highly competitive benefits package, including:
- Access to a defined benefit pension scheme.
- Generous holiday allocation (30 days annual leave, 2.5 privilege days, plus 8 bank holidays).
- Family-friendly policies, such as six months’ full pay maternity and adoption leave.
- Discounts on shopping and travel.
- Access to the Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support.
- Salary sacrifice cycle-to-work scheme.
For more information about employee benefits, please follow this link: Benefits.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please click the ‘Apply’ button. Upload your CV, contact details for two professional references, and a cover letter that explains your motivation for applying and provides evidence of how you meet the requirements outlined in the Job Description and Person Specification. Please reference LMS 2735 in your application.
Closing Date: 16 November
Note: Applications may be reviewed by both LMS and Imperial staff