Linux System Administrator

VIB CMN is seeking a part-time, (Junior) Linux System Administrator to join our IT team.

We're looking for someone with hands-on Linux administration skills, a strong interest in security, and curiosity for working in a research environment. You'll be part of a small, collaborative team where you can work independently on specific projects while learning from experienced colleagues.

The VIB Center for Molecular Neurology is one of 10 research centers of the VIB. In VIB CMN, approximately 120 scientists work in the domain of complex neurological diseases of both the central and peripheral nervous system. The center has a Neuromics Support Facilty focused on state-of-the-art high-throughput genomic analyses, bioinformatic support and histological analyses.

• Perform operational system administration tasks (updates, configuration, setup)

• Use scripting and automation tools (bash, Ansible, Python, ...)

• Maintain and monitor log management systems

• Enforce and implement security policies and best practices

• Follow up on audit findings and support compliance

• Report and help mitigate security incidents

• Experience with Linux command line (Debian, AlmaLinux)

• Interest in automation, scripting, and configuration management (Ansible)

• Understanding of virtualization and containers (KVM, LXC, Proxmox)

• Willingness to learn and support CMN's IT and research infrastructure

• Must be a team player with good collaboration skills.

• Comfortable communicating in English

• Familiarity with version control (Git)

• passionate about open-source software

• Experience in academic or research environments

• The opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research in an inspiring, supportive and international environment.
• Part-time position with a contract for one year to start with
• A wide range of fringe benefits including ecocheques, group insurance, hospitalization insurance, an income protection insurance, a bicycle allowance or full reimbursement of public transport costs.
• Attractive holiday system and closing week between Christmas and New Year
• Professional development through regular mentorship, training opportunities, and collaborative projects.
• A competitive salary package and a stimulating work environment within the VIB-Center for Molecular Neurology.
• You will do most of your work at Campus Drie Eiken in a dynamic and stimulating working environment.

Submit your application through the VIB online application tool and be sure to include:

• a detailed CV

• a letter of motivation explaining why you are interested in our work and aspire the position of (Junior) Linux System Administrator

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