System Administrator IT (f/m/x)

1576/2026/10

• Munich
• initially limited to 2 years
• 15.11.2026
• full-time

The German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) is a globally leading, internationally oriented research institution dedicated to discovering new approaches for the prevention and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases.

• Daily maintenance and user support as well as long-term planning of our IT infrastructure (servers, storage, backup solutions, high performance computing) for a research institute with 120 people generating and analysing large amounts of imaging and genetic data.
• You will be responsible for the provision of server systems, monitor productive operation and keep the systems up to date with the latest technology in close interaction with the central IT services responsible for standard IT functionality (network, data and user account management, etc.) at our headquarters in Bonn. Togelher you will plan and implement the provision of systems for special scientific requirements and implement the specified safety concepts.
• Support of scientific and non-scientific users of the IT systems at the DZNE Munich site. This includes the setup of computers (PC and Mac) with operating systems and user software, maintenance and updating of existing computers, advice on new acquisitions and immediate user support. You will work on projects and be responsible for IT support in the projects.
• Supported by IT operations, you will provide users with central resources such as disk space and perform the installation and configuration of new systems.

• You have a degree from a university of applied sciences as a computer scientist, a completed IT training as an IT technical assistant or a comparable training
• You have several years of experience in system administration and user support for a modern Windows-MacOS X network
• You have a good knowledge of Server, HyperV, Exchange Server and Sharepoint
• You have very good knowledge in the area of hardware and software, and especially in the area of client and server operating systems (Windows Server)
• Good knowledge in the field of network technology is also required
• We appeal to dynamic personalities who have a high degree of self-motivation, communication skills, assertiveness and competence
• You enjoy working in a team with highly motivated colleagues to find solutions to complex problems
• You are detail-oriented and have good communication and documentation skills
• A very good command of English and a good command of German is a prerequisite

• Focus on Development:

  Training programmes tailored to your individual needs and annual HR-development meetings for concrete prospects and potential development

• Family-conscious organizational culture:

  Because we know that family is important, we support you with our family service

• Health promotion:

  Through our extensive range of company health programmes, in cooperation with Sozialwerk.Bund

• Remuneration and conditions according to TVöD-Bund:

  Including annual special payment, capital-forming benefits and VBL supplementary pension scheme

• Personalised Onboarding:

  For a good start to your new professional challenge

• Innovation and internationality:

  A forward-looking infrastructure, modern laboratory and office equipment, software tools and the opportunity for international exchange with your colleagues from 65 nations