Important: This role previously closed on 01 June 2026 and has been reopened. All previous received applications remain valid and no action required if you have already applied.
About The Role
We are looking for a Research Computing Engineer to join our Digital Research Services team and support researchers across the University in their use of specialist digital research platforms.
Responsibilities
* Work directly with researchers to support their effective use of High Performance Computing (HPC), research cloud services, and data storage solutions.
* Provide hands‑on technical support for research computing workflows, software, and data‑intensive applications, helping researchers overcome technical challenges and make best use of shared platforms.
* Contribute to the operation and ongoing development of digital research services, resolve escalated technical issues, install and configure research software using automation tools, and support good practice in data handling and security.
* Document requirements, applications, and contribute to the maintenance of clear technical documentation and user guidance.
About You
We are looking for a technically capable and motivated individual with an interest in how digital technologies support research. This role may particularly suit someone who has recently completed a relevant postgraduate degree (for example in computing, data science, engineering, or a data‑intensive scientific discipline) and is keen to apply their knowledge in practice.
Qualifications
* Broad technical skills and comfort working across different systems, tools, and research environments rather than specialising narrowly in a single technology.
* Ability to rapidly assimilate new technical knowledge and apply it effectively, and confidence in engaging independently with researchers and colleagues beyond the immediate team.
* Enjoy troubleshooting problems, learning from existing documentation, and working directly with users to support real research needs.
* Organised, adaptable, and user‑focused mindset, with a willingness to continue developing expertise as part of a small specialist team.
Eligibility
This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. The assigned SOC code is 2139: Information technology professionals not elsewhere classified and the going rate is £52,300. Eligibility for sponsorship will depend on whether a candidate can make use of tradeable points to meet the salary offered and whether the candidate holds an existing Skilled Worker sponsorship which began before 4 April 2024. The University requires that work undertaken for the University is performed in the UK.
EEO Statement
The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
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