Temporary: IT Support Analyst II/III - Ardelyx, Inc.
Waltham, MA
About the Job
Ardelyx was founded with a mission to discover, develop and commercialize innovative, first-in-class medicines that meet significant unmet medical needs. Ardelyx has two commercial products approved in the United States, IBSRELA®(tenapanor) and XPHOZAH® (tenapanor), as well as early-stage pipeline candidates.
Purpose of the role:
The IT Support Analyst II/III is a critical member of the IT Service Desk team, responsible for providing advanced technical support and ensuring seamless operation of Ardelyx's IT systems. This role focuses on delivering high-quality service to all employees, including executives, and maintaining efficient IT operations across multiple sites.
Position Responsibilities:
- Provide advanced technical support and troubleshooting for desktops, laptops, mobile devices, printers, network connectivity, and software applications.
- Part of the Global IT Service Desk Team and act as an escalation point for complex IT issues from the IT Support Analyst team, ensuring prompt resolution within SLAs.
- Part of IT Operations & onsite support team for local location (Fremont/ Waltham/ Milwaukee)
- Administer and maintain company cloud-based systems, including GxP Systems (Active Directory, OKTA, etc.), O365, Zoom, AirWatch, and other collaboration tools.
- Manage and support Zoom Conference room systems and other AV equipment.
- Collaborate with IT Infrastructure team on the deployment and maintenance of IT infrastructure systems, both on-premises and cloud-based.
- Assist in the creation and maintenance of IT Service Desk knowledge base, documentation, and procedural manuals.
- Participate in IT projects related to system upgrades, migrations, and deployments.
- Perform hardware and software inventory management and asset tracking.
- Assist in onboarding and offboarding processes, including provisioning and deprovisioning of hardware and software accounts.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors to ensure IT operational excellence and alignment with business needs.
- Provide technical training and guidance to junior IT Support Analysts as needed.
Position Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
- 4+ years of experience in IT support roles, preferably in a biotech or pharmaceutical industry environment.
- Strong knowledge of IT Service Management tools.
- Experience administering cloud-based systems such as Microsoft Entra ID, Okta, and Box.
- Proficiency in troubleshooting hardware and software issues across multiple platforms (Windows, macOS, iOS).
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical information to non-technical users.
- Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining superior customer service.
- Familiarity with regulatory environments such as GxP, GMP, and SOX compliance is a plus.
- Certifications such as MCSE, MCSA, CCNA, Network+, A+, or equivalent are preferred.
Additional Information:
- This role may require occasional on-call availability during off-hours or holidays.
- Adaptability to the evolving needs of a company transitioning from R&D to commercialization is essential.
This job description outlines the key responsibilities and requirements for the IT Support Analyst II/III position, emphasizing technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a commitment to delivering exceptional IT services to support Ardelyx's business objectives.
The anticipated hourly pay range for this part-time position is $37-$42 per hour up to 30 hours per week. Ardelyx utilizes industry data to ensure that our compensation is competitive and aligned with our industry peers. Actual base pay will be determined based on a variety of factors, including years of relevant experience, training, qualifications, and internal equity. The compensation package may also include an annual bonus target and equity awards, subject to eligibility and other requirements.
Ardelyx is an equal opportunity employer.
Source : Ardelyx, Inc.
