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The Institute for Advanced Study welcomes résumés and applications for any of our posted positions. When applying for a position, please specify the position for which you are applying; we cannot accept or retain unsolicited and non-specified résumés and applications. In addition, please be advised that due to the small size of our staff and the typically large number of résumés we receive for each opening, we are unable to respond to all applicants.

Résumés and cover letters can be submitted by e-mail to the designated mailbox, by fax to 609-951-4468 or by mail to Human Resources, Institute for Advanced Study, Einstein Drive, Princeton, NJ 08540.
The Institute for Advanced Study is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Windows/OS X System Administrator

Investment Analyst

 

POSITION AVAILABLE

JOB TITLE:         Windows/OS X System Administrator

SUPERVISOR:  Computer Manager, School of Natural Sciences

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Install, configure and maintain our Windows and OS X server and desktop environments. This includes diagnosis/resolution of software/hardware issues, patch application, software upgrades and backups.
  • Provide technical support to the School of Natural Sciences community related to the above described systems.  Investigate problem reports, working with both school and other IAS computing staff to resolve such issues as necessary.
  • Create and maintain documentation for systems and users as appropriate.
  • Assist with the identifying, ordering and purchasing of hardware/software.
  • Other duties as requested by supervisor.

MINIMUM AND PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

  • At least two years experience in managing a Windows 2008 server environment, including Active Directory management required.  Experience with managing a Windows 7 desktop environment also required.  Candidates with current MCSE certification preferred.
  • Experience administering an OS X server/desktop environment essential.  Knowledge of Casper Suite, Apple Deploy Studio and Apple Remote Desktop preferred.
  • Familiarity with the use of the Linux operating system is required. Knowledge of basic networking concepts such as switching/routing/DNS/DHCP preferred. Experience working with VMware vSphere 4/5 preferred.
  • Degree in a related field or relevant work experience required.
  • Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills required.
  • Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds for short distances required.

Interested candidates should forward their resume to winadm@ias.edu.

 

POSITION AVAILABLE

JOB TITLE:            Investment Analyst

SUPERVISOR:      Chief Investment Officer

The Institute for Advanced Study’s Investment Office seeks a motivated and independent thinker who can analyze complex investment strategies, evaluate investment teams, participate in portfolio construction and risk management efforts and present well thought out recommendations with clarity.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Working closely with the Chief Investment Officer, evaluate and recommend new investment opportunities.
  • Primary responsibility for conducting due-diligence activities for current and prospective managers, reviewing their performance and making recommendations for change when appropriate.
  • Quantitatively analyze, assess, and monitor risk at both the manager and portfolio levels.
  • Prepare reports and other materials on investment activities for presentation to the Director, the Finance Committee and the Board of Trustees.
  • Oversee Investment Office work flow related to endowment with Comptroller’s Office.
  • Other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Knowledge of and experience with investment strategies and a wide variety of asset classes required. An understanding of portfolio theory and risk-adjusted performance measurement techniques based on prior work experience required.
  • Excellent quantitative skills required.
  • Familiarity with basic software tools such as Excel required.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills required.

The position will provide the candidate an opportunity to work in a variety of asset classes and to evaluate investment teams with varied and sophisticated investment strategies. Prior experience in Endowment or Foundation environments is not a pre-requisite; all candidates with a high quality skill set are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should submit cover letter and resume to the Human Resources Office at hr@ias.edu.