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Job Summary:
The primary mission of the CVRI, the largest organized research unit on the San Francisco campus is to promote fundamental and clinical research on the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems and to provide opportunities for postdoctoral training in these fields with over 400 faculty staff and fellows the CVRI Is comprised of faculty from a variety of departments (Pulmonary Medicine, Biochemistry and Biophysics, Cellular and Molecular Pharmacology, Medicine, Pediatrics, Anatomy, Physiology, Cardiology and Lung Biology).
The position offers technical support to approximately 400 faculty and staff who use PC and Macintosh computers. The primary functions of this position are Workstation installation and maintenance. Application Server installation and maintenance, maintaining functional integrity of the LAN and connections with the campus network, hardware and software installations and maintenance, troubleshooting set up, upgrading and configuration of computers, managing Active Directory accounts, and supporting connections to the hospital information system (APEX)
The position also supports and backs up Windows and Unix Based servers. Manage Screen connect remote software.
Department Summary:
Responsibilities
DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Identify the functions or tasks that employees in the job perform. The essential functions should state the purpose of the work and the results to be accomplished, rather than how the function is performed. Of the tasks listed, what percentage of time is devoted to each? The more time employees spend on a function, the more likely it is that the function is essential. Generally, include those functions that account for 10% or more of the work, i.e., key items that contribute significantly to the achievement of the job. The functions should add up to 100%.
of time
Essential Function (Yes/No)
Key Responsibilities
(To be completed by Supervisor)
40
Yes
Macintosh and PC Hardware (40%)
Set up install and configure new and transferred PC and Macintosh computers and peripherals as well as laptops hardware installations for a variety of Macs including internal battery memory cache RAM and ethernet cards
Install maintain and troubleshoot networked Macintosh and PC hardware and software including ethernet and Airport IEEE 802 11 wireless connections and configuring
Diagnose hardware repair needs schedule and coordinate repairs with vendors to resolve problems
Maintain current equipment and software license inventory and network documentation
Ensure hardware and software meets all UCSF security Requirements
25
Yes
Software (25%)
Install PC & Macintosh operating system including upgrades and re-installations as needed
Install and configure applications software Filemaker Pro Office 2008 and 2010 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Eudora & Now up to date Sophos and Symantec virus checking programs retrospect clients
Install and verify UCSF's Security suite for all users computers.
Install software for campus online systems (OLPPS STOR)
Install printer drivers
10
Yes
Network Support (10%)
Assist in local and wide area networking functions. Diagnose and resolve problems
Submit work request and coordinate with Enterprise Network
Trouble shoot and maintain VPN software
Report network and server problems to ENS and the Medical Center IT support and help resolve issues
Attend daily CVRI IT meetings
25
Server Support (25%)
Configure and maintain servers for back up (Retrospect) databases File sharing servers. Application servers
Bigfix iinsallation. Bigfix console management
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0
0
0
0
0
0
100%
(To update total %, enter the amount of time in whole numbers (without the % symbol - e.g., 15, 20) then highlight the total sum (e.g., 1%) at the bottom of the column and press F9. The total sum should add up to 100%.)
Qualifications
Required:

• Bachelor's degree in related area; and/or equivalent experience/training
• Minimum 1 year of related experience
• Demonstrated technical skills and knowledge of Macintosh and PC hardware servers peripherals and software
• Proven ability to install configure and upgrade desktop systems
• Knowledge of wide area and local networks and the ability to troubleshoot problems and coordinate
• Ability to set up and install programs
• Ability to diagnose problems and determine if they are hardware software or network and coordinate solutions
• Excellent communication skills and ability to instruct/train users
• Server file sharing, Application management. Active Directory

About Us
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California 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, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Salary Information
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
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