Salary/Position Classification

• $15.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 20 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.

The student who fills this position will assist the Computational Research Center – Systems Administration team with supporting UND’s high performance computing research clusters, on-prem cloud systems, and high-performance storage systems.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Creation of new accounts
• On-boarding new users
• Installing libraries
• Compiling software
• Creating docker/singularity containers
• Performance analysis
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Previous experience using computers that run the Linux operating system.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience using Linux Terminal and BASH or similar terminal shell.
• Previous experience with Linux server system administration.
• Previous experience programming/scripting with one or more of the following programming languages: Python, C++, Fortran, PHP, Java, C#, ECMAScript, or similar
• Previous experience compiling C++ and Fortran software applications in Linux environments
• Previous experience creating/setting up virtual servers and containerized environments.

To Apply

For full consideration, applications must be received by the closing date and include the following materials:
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Spring class schedule


Please include in the application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with the University of North Dakota, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as how many hours you work a week.

Career Services is here to help students looking for student employment positions at UND by offering individual sessions that include resume, cover letter reviews, and interview preparation. Please schedule an appointment through Hawk Central or email us at und.careerservices@und.edu.