Research Lab & Systems Administrator
Listed on 2026-10-24
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IT/Tech
Systems Administrator, IT Support
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Posting Summary
Job Title
Division
Division Divison of Academic Affairs
Department
Department DASGR CENTER
Work Status
Work Status Full Time
Position Category
Position Category Staff
FLSA
FLSA Exempt
Pay Range
Pay Range Exempt
Salary Range
Salary Range $80,000 - $105,000 / year
Fund Source State Support
Job Summary
The Center for Data Analytics and Sports Gaming Research ( DASGR ) at Morgan State University seeks a full-time Research Lab & Systems Administrator to manage the computing infrastructure and research lab systems at its new downtown Baltimore location. This position is crucial to ensuring the success of the Center’s high-performance computing environment, which supports advanced data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), policy research, and collaborative academic work.
The administrator will oversee and maintain high-performance workstations, desktop computers, secure network infrastructure, system software, and research tools. The role includes training and supporting faculty, staff, and students engaged in collaborative projects. The position requires close coordination with the University’s Division of Information Technology ( DIT ) to access institutional resources, avoid redundant technology costs, and ensure cybersecurity and compatibility across platforms.
The administrator will work on-site at the DASGR Center’s modern, amenity-rich office suite in downtown Baltimore (pending final approval), featuring collaborative work spaces, a conference room, and proximity to policymakers and industry partners.
Job Duties
Lab and System Administration:
- Install, configure, and maintain Windows, Linux, and macOS operating systems across lab and staff computers.
- Assist with user account issues by coordinating with campus DIT staff, Active Directory permissions, workstation policies, and data access controls.
- Manage and document the inventory, health, and replacement cycle of all computing equipment.
- Support and maintain GPU-enabled workstations and HPC environments used for analytics and AI applications.
- Assist researchers in developing and executing data workflows, including data preprocessing, model training, and output analysis.
- Troubleshoot performance issues and ensure proper system utilization during peak research periods.
- Install, configure, and manage a range of academic and research tools, including R, Python, MATLAB , SAS , SPSS , Tableau, and Power BI.
- Maintain software licensing compliance and coordinate with DIT to leverage existing institutional licenses and avoid duplication.
- Provide software support and updates across operating systems.
- Maintain and monitor Wi-Fi, switches, routers, and firewall configurations.
- Implement and enforce cybersecurity policies, including backups, MFA , encryption, and system patching.
- Collaborate with DIT to ensure alignment with university-wide IT standards and to elevate advanced network or cybersecurity issues.
- Provide onboarding and training to students, research assistants, and interns on the use of lab equipment and software tools.
- Support students working with faculty on data analytics, gaming simulations, and predictive modeling.
- Develop user guides, SOPs, and lab best-practice documentation.
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