Applications Administrator

Thermo Fisher

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Hybrid
Location
Richmond, VA
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Full-time
Posted
20 days ago
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About Thermo Fisher

Thermo Fisher Scientific is the world leader in serving science, providing analytical instruments, equipment, reagents, consumables, software, and services for life sciences research, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and diagnostics. Industry: Life Sciences & Laboratory Equipment

Thermo Fisher currently has 14 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Applications Administrator

The Applications Administrator joins the IT team to maintain and optimize enterprise applications and systems infrastructure. This role involves providing essential support for both laboratory and business applications, ensuring maximum uptime and performance while troubleshooting technical issues across the organization. Key responsibilities include executing system changes and deployments, performing system monitoring, maintaining critical documentation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams and vendors. The position requires a general understanding of Windows Server and Linux administration, including directory structures and services. Candidates must possess experience with relational databases like Oracle and SQL Server, including SQL query writing, alongside knowledge of desktop operating systems and Microsoft Office applications. This role solves technical problems within a scientific environment, supporting infrastructure for laboratory operations and business systems.

What you'll do

  • Maintain and optimize enterprise applications and systems infrastructure.
  • Provide technical support for laboratory and business applications.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve application support issues across the organization.
  • Execute system changes and deployments following established procedures.
  • Perform regular system monitoring and maintenance to ensure maximum uptime.
  • Maintain critical technical documentation for IT infrastructure.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors to resolve issues.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Preferred fields of study include Computer Science, Information Technology, or related fields (preferred).
  • General understanding of Windows Server and Linux administration, including directory structures and services.
  • Experience with relational databases (Oracle, SQL Server) and SQL query writing.
  • Knowledge of desktop operating systems and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Proficiency in system configuration, monitoring, maintenance, and change management processes.
  • Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to lift 40 lbs and be stationary for extended periods.

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