Systems Administrator II (2nd Shift)

Systems Administrator II (2nd Shift) Req ID #:  195274 Location: 

Memphis, TN, US, 38118 For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.

IMPORTANT:   In order to be considered for this position, a resume/CV must be uploaded and submitted during the application process.  Please make sure work history and education are added correctly.  Job Summary  

We are seeking a Systems Administrator II for our Cell Therapy Manufacturing Facility located in Memphis, TN. 

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 

Work Hours: 2:00 pm.-10:00 p.m. 

The Systems Administrator II is responsible for designing, organizing, modifying, and supporting the company’s computer systems and networks. You will also act as a liaison between the technical and non-technical employees within the company and various related entities. Candidates for this position must be team players and have strong customer service and communication skills, both written and oral. Exceptional organizational skills are necessary for this fast-paced growing environment.

The follow are the responsibilities related to the Systems Administrator II position: 

•    Setup, configuration, and deployment of VMWare, Windows, and Linux servers

•    Support and monitor LANs, WANs, network segments, Internet, and intranet systems

•    Administer servers, desktop computers, printers, routers, switches, firewalls, phones, smartphones, software deployment, security updates and patches

•    Maintain network and system security

•    Troubleshoot and resolve all problems encountered with hardware and software. Escalate requests to the appropriate party, as needed. Replace or repair defective parts and equipment.

•    Author and maintain technical documentation for IT procedures and processes

•    Complete special projects as requested

•    May require work after hours, weekends, and travel to different company sites

•    Report to the IT Manager. Job Qualifications  

The following are the minimum qualifications related the Systems Administrator II position:

•    Bachelor’s degree in technology or related field. Certifications such as Cisco CCNA preferred.

•    Minimum of 4 to 6 years prior experience in information technology field.

•    Strong Knowledge and experience with HTML, PHP, MySQL, Apache, Linux, Windows Server, Exchange Server, SQL Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, Scripting, NetWrix, ESET Endpoint Security, Veeam Backup and Replication, Cisco ASA firewalls, switches and VPN, Avaya IPOffice PBX, VMWare ESXi, MS Office 2016, Microsoft365.

•    Ability to prioritize, be attentive to details, maintain confidentiality, and provide exceptional client service is required.

•    Excellent technical writing skills.

•    Proactive and committed to timely completion of action items and projects.

•    Must be able to lift up to 50lbs and use stairs.

•    Previous work with a biotechnology company a plus.

IMPORTANT: A resume is required to be considered for this position. If you have not uploaded your resume in your candidate profile, please return to upload field and attach your resume/CV. 

Vaccine Mandate

Charles River is a U.S. Federal Contractor.  As a result, we must follow the Presidential Executive Order to mandate vaccinations, and ensure our employees are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.  Our main priority is the wellbeing, health, and safety of our people. We require proof of vaccination from all employees. 

Anyone with requests for disability-related and/or religious exemptions should contact Talent Acquisition (crrecruitment_US@crl.com) so that information can be provided about the accommodation process at Charles River.

About Biologics Testing Solutions

With more than 50 years of experience and proven regulatory expertise, the Charles River Biologics group can address challenging projects for biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies worldwide. Offering a variety of services such as contamination and impurity testing, protein characterization, bioassays, viral clearance studies and stability and lot release programs, we support clients throughout the biologic development cycle, from the establishment and characterization of cell banks through preclinical and clinical studies to marketed products. Whether clients need stand-alone services, a unique package of testing, or insourced support, our Biologics group can create a custom solution to suit their needs.  Each year more than 20,000 biologic testing reports are sent each and over 200 licenses products are supported by our biologics testing solutions team.

About Charles River

Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients’ clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.

With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world. 

At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly supported the development of 86% of the drugs approved by the FDA in 2021.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Charles River Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to crrecruitment_US@crl.com. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

For more information, please visit www.criver.com.

Nearest Major Market: Memphis

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