The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment, which enjoys an international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence. Our research plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic.
We have an exciting opportunity available to join the IT Services Department as a Wireless Engineer, working primarily from the office.
IT Services is a key department that ensures that the University has robust, reliable and high-performing IT facilities it requires to support the distinctive needs of those engaged in teaching, learning, research and administration. We value and recognise our own and the contribution of others, creating a great culture to work in and a place where we all feel we belong.
What We Offer
As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:
- An excellent contributory pension scheme
- 38 days annual leave
- A comprehensive range of childcare services
- Family leave schemes
- Cycle loan scheme
- Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
The University also runs an enormous amount of social groups and sports clubs for those looking for more than just a great place to work.
About the Role
- Working in a busy environment, you will be a senior member of the team responsible for the installation, configuration, management, support, and operation of the University’s central wireless systems and some of the services and devices that run in conjunction with it.
- You will also undertake the wide variety of work that is associated with the various networks.
About You
- To be successful in this varied and interesting role, you will need to be someone who strives for excellence, has superb wireless networking knowledge and enjoys providing high quality customer service.
- You will have great communication skills and be confident in the ability to communicate technical reasoning to non-technical academic staff with courtesy and politeness. You will also have a positive attitude with a flexible and adaptable approach to your work and be comfortable when priorities suddenly need to change.
Application Process
You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application.
In your Cover letter/supporting statement, please address each of the selection criteria outlined for this role and demonstrate how your skills, experiences, and qualifications align with these criteria.
The closing date for applications is Friday 19 April at 12:00 noon.
Interviews will be taking place on Wednesday 1 May and take place in person in Central Oxford.
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