IT Support Officer
| Posting date: | 05 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £32,108 to £37,338 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 December 2025 |
| Location: | Sherrington Building, Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3PT |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | University of Oxford |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 183794 |
Summary
Contract & job type: Permanent, Full-time
About us:
At the Department of Physiology Anatomy & Genetics (DPAG) we undertake discovery science where we reassemble physiological processes at the molecular, cellular, tissue and systems level of organisation. In so doing we provide a bridge to translational medicine, and interface between physical and life sciences. We are committed not only to innovative research and the highest standard of teaching, but also to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment.
Overview of the role:
Do you enjoy the challenge of explaining technical issues?
Are you excited by the idea of being at the forefront of IT support for all the academics, students and staff of a busy University department? If so, you could be the person we are looking for to join our team.
We are seeking an IT Support Officer to join our department. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, self-motivated and able to manage a varied workload in a busy department; you will have a high degree of independence, within a supportive and communicative small departmental team. In this role, you will be responsible for looking after the day-to-day IT needs of all the members of staff within the DPAG and to work closely with the Head of IT, AV and Digital Delivery in delivering a first-class support service. The role will involve all aspects of general desktop/laptop/mobile phone and peripheral first-line assistance and will require a good understanding of Windows OS (10 and 11 as well as legacy systems), Mac OSX, and Linux (Ubuntu). You will also need to help users resolve issues with University and third-party accounts, software programs, lecture capture and meeting room AV facilities, and participate in projects involving new University technologies and systems as they arise. This post is available from 01 February 2026.
Key responsibilities:
Provide first-line support for the department’s staff and students
Assist with the purchase of new IT equipment and to maintain the department’s IT asset register
Purchase, set up, configure, and connect new research group printers using the MSD iPrint system
Install and configure new devices
Introduce new Department starters to their IT accounts for the University and Department, conducting an induction to ensure mandatory training is undertaken.
Offer support and advice on software solutions including available University software
Selection criteria:
A-level standard of education or beyond
Have the ability to communicate in a calm and clear manner, in particular the ability to communicate complex technical detail in simple terms to non-IT staff. The ability to work with people at all levels of seniority in the University.
Demonstrable ability to learn new systems, as well as diagnose and repair problems with common software packages such as Microsoft Office.
A good working knowledge of Microsoft Windows 7-11, Mac OSX, iOs, Android, Microsoft Office Professional 2010-2021 and 365.
Thorough understanding of PC hardware (for example, ability to change hard disks or PCIe cards; ability to distinguish between hardware and software faults).
Self-motivated, quick learner, able to work alone, manage and take ownership of a discrete project and own workload, also to contribute as a team player.
What we offer:
Your wellbeing at work matters, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:
An excellent contributory pension scheme
38 days annual leave
A comprehensive range of childcare services
Family leave schemes
Cycle and electric car loan schemes
Employee Assistance Programme
Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
While this is a full-time role, we welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for flexible working arrangements.
How to apply:
Please provide a supporting statement outlining how you meet the selection criteria along with your CV, and the details of two referees as part of your online application.
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 12 December 2025
Interviews are likely to take place during the week commencing 15 December 2025.
Follow us:
Stay connected with us on LinkedIn , Bluesky and Instagram to learn more about our work and culture. Informal enquiries about the role may be directed to the DPAG HR Team: hr@dpag.ox.ac.uk
DPAG’s Statement of Inclusion:
We, as a Department and Community, will be considerate and welcoming of all people, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and socio-economic background. We acknowledge societal inequalities and how these impact us, and those around us, personally and professionally. Our policies, practices and Respectful Behaviours Framework underpin this commitment.
DPAG and Sustainability:
We have signed up to The Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework (LEAF) and Green Impact, actively implementing and encouraging eco-friendly practices that reduce waste, promote energy efficiency, and promote bio-diversity. See the job description for more detail.
About us:
At the Department of Physiology Anatomy & Genetics (DPAG) we undertake discovery science where we reassemble physiological processes at the molecular, cellular, tissue and systems level of organisation. In so doing we provide a bridge to translational medicine, and interface between physical and life sciences. We are committed not only to innovative research and the highest standard of teaching, but also to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment.
Overview of the role:
Do you enjoy the challenge of explaining technical issues?
Are you excited by the idea of being at the forefront of IT support for all the academics, students and staff of a busy University department? If so, you could be the person we are looking for to join our team.
We are seeking an IT Support Officer to join our department. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, self-motivated and able to manage a varied workload in a busy department; you will have a high degree of independence, within a supportive and communicative small departmental team. In this role, you will be responsible for looking after the day-to-day IT needs of all the members of staff within the DPAG and to work closely with the Head of IT, AV and Digital Delivery in delivering a first-class support service. The role will involve all aspects of general desktop/laptop/mobile phone and peripheral first-line assistance and will require a good understanding of Windows OS (10 and 11 as well as legacy systems), Mac OSX, and Linux (Ubuntu). You will also need to help users resolve issues with University and third-party accounts, software programs, lecture capture and meeting room AV facilities, and participate in projects involving new University technologies and systems as they arise. This post is available from 01 February 2026.
Key responsibilities:
Provide first-line support for the department’s staff and students
Assist with the purchase of new IT equipment and to maintain the department’s IT asset register
Purchase, set up, configure, and connect new research group printers using the MSD iPrint system
Install and configure new devices
Introduce new Department starters to their IT accounts for the University and Department, conducting an induction to ensure mandatory training is undertaken.
Offer support and advice on software solutions including available University software
Selection criteria:
A-level standard of education or beyond
Have the ability to communicate in a calm and clear manner, in particular the ability to communicate complex technical detail in simple terms to non-IT staff. The ability to work with people at all levels of seniority in the University.
Demonstrable ability to learn new systems, as well as diagnose and repair problems with common software packages such as Microsoft Office.
A good working knowledge of Microsoft Windows 7-11, Mac OSX, iOs, Android, Microsoft Office Professional 2010-2021 and 365.
Thorough understanding of PC hardware (for example, ability to change hard disks or PCIe cards; ability to distinguish between hardware and software faults).
Self-motivated, quick learner, able to work alone, manage and take ownership of a discrete project and own workload, also to contribute as a team player.
What we offer:
Your wellbeing at work matters, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:
An excellent contributory pension scheme
38 days annual leave
A comprehensive range of childcare services
Family leave schemes
Cycle and electric car loan schemes
Employee Assistance Programme
Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
While this is a full-time role, we welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for flexible working arrangements.
How to apply:
Please provide a supporting statement outlining how you meet the selection criteria along with your CV, and the details of two referees as part of your online application.
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 12 December 2025
Interviews are likely to take place during the week commencing 15 December 2025.
Follow us:
Stay connected with us on LinkedIn , Bluesky and Instagram to learn more about our work and culture. Informal enquiries about the role may be directed to the DPAG HR Team: hr@dpag.ox.ac.uk
DPAG’s Statement of Inclusion:
We, as a Department and Community, will be considerate and welcoming of all people, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and socio-economic background. We acknowledge societal inequalities and how these impact us, and those around us, personally and professionally. Our policies, practices and Respectful Behaviours Framework underpin this commitment.
DPAG and Sustainability:
We have signed up to The Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework (LEAF) and Green Impact, actively implementing and encouraging eco-friendly practices that reduce waste, promote energy efficiency, and promote bio-diversity. See the job description for more detail.