Top Benefits
About the role
Purpose:
Reporting to the Director, Computing, the Computer Lab Support Assistant is responsible for monitoring computer lab spaces in accordance with faculty policies. The role will provide technical computing support, maintain lab equipment/inventory, and troubleshoot software and hardware issues.
Education:
Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student. Preference will be given to 3rd and 4th year students enrolled in Computer Science/Engineering.
Experience:
Previous work experience may be considered
Skills:
- Proficient in computer programming languages, such as: SQL, C++, Python.
- Ability to troubleshoot computer hardware and software.
- Ability to learn and use a variety of computer applications.
- Ability to communicate with others to explain and share information.
- Ability to meet deadlines and organize time effectively.
- Knowledge of Linux and Linux system administration, shell scripting, MATLAB, Eclipse, Python, C, operating systems and computer networks.
Participation in Work/Study positions is restricted to undergraduate students at York University who meet the program's eligibility requirements. Please visit the Work/Study Students Resource Hub page (https://careers.yorku.ca/workstudy-students-resource-hub) to review eligibility requirements and the recruitment process.
The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), Indigenous Peoples and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. York University is committed to a positive, supportive and inclusive environment.
York University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by York University regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if you require accommodation.
We are committed to enhancing our environmentally and socially responsible practices for the benefit of all members of the York community. Our long term perspective recognizes our responsibility to be innovators and to continually work as a community to reduce our ecological impact.
York University employees must apply to jobs through the Employee Career Portal - YU Hire. If you are a current York University employee and/or are using your rights under a collective agreement to view and/or apply to jobs, you MUST log into YU Hire to access the York University Employee Career Portal.
PLEASE NOTE: This job posting is for an existing vacancy. Applications must be received by 11:55 pm EST on the posted deadline date, if applicable. Posting deadlines can be updated, or modified, at any time based on hiring needs. Please refer to the York U Career Portal when confirming posting deadlines.
About York University
York University is a diverse community of students, faculty, and staff driving positive change.
As one of the largest post-secondary communities in the world and with a uniquely global perspective, we are driven by passion and purpose as part of a forward-thinking collective bringing enduring values and new ideas to complex societal challenges.
The York University staff and faculty community benefit from opportunities for career advancement, learning and development, and personal growth while creating positive change for our students and broader communities.
Top Benefits
About the role
Purpose:
Reporting to the Director, Computing, the Computer Lab Support Assistant is responsible for monitoring computer lab spaces in accordance with faculty policies. The role will provide technical computing support, maintain lab equipment/inventory, and troubleshoot software and hardware issues.
Education:
Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student. Preference will be given to 3rd and 4th year students enrolled in Computer Science/Engineering.
Experience:
Previous work experience may be considered
Skills:
- Proficient in computer programming languages, such as: SQL, C++, Python.
- Ability to troubleshoot computer hardware and software.
- Ability to learn and use a variety of computer applications.
- Ability to communicate with others to explain and share information.
- Ability to meet deadlines and organize time effectively.
- Knowledge of Linux and Linux system administration, shell scripting, MATLAB, Eclipse, Python, C, operating systems and computer networks.
Participation in Work/Study positions is restricted to undergraduate students at York University who meet the program's eligibility requirements. Please visit the Work/Study Students Resource Hub page (https://careers.yorku.ca/workstudy-students-resource-hub) to review eligibility requirements and the recruitment process.
The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), Indigenous Peoples and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. York University is committed to a positive, supportive and inclusive environment.
York University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by York University regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if you require accommodation.
We are committed to enhancing our environmentally and socially responsible practices for the benefit of all members of the York community. Our long term perspective recognizes our responsibility to be innovators and to continually work as a community to reduce our ecological impact.
York University employees must apply to jobs through the Employee Career Portal - YU Hire. If you are a current York University employee and/or are using your rights under a collective agreement to view and/or apply to jobs, you MUST log into YU Hire to access the York University Employee Career Portal.
PLEASE NOTE: This job posting is for an existing vacancy. Applications must be received by 11:55 pm EST on the posted deadline date, if applicable. Posting deadlines can be updated, or modified, at any time based on hiring needs. Please refer to the York U Career Portal when confirming posting deadlines.
About York University
York University is a diverse community of students, faculty, and staff driving positive change.
As one of the largest post-secondary communities in the world and with a uniquely global perspective, we are driven by passion and purpose as part of a forward-thinking collective bringing enduring values and new ideas to complex societal challenges.
The York University staff and faculty community benefit from opportunities for career advancement, learning and development, and personal growth while creating positive change for our students and broader communities.