Research Associate

Research Associate United Kingdom

University of York
Full Time United Kingdom 34308 - 42155 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

Department

This post is for a research associate on the EPOC++ project, an EPSRC-funded research collaboration between the University of York and the University of Warwick (EP/W029111/1, EP/W03008X/1). The project is focussed on the redevelopment of one of the UK’s flagship plasma physics simulation applications for modern high-performance computer (HPC) architectures.

The primary focus of this role in Computer Science will be in exploring opportunities to improve the performance and portability of the EPOC++ code, using modern C++ and appropriate parallel programming models.

Role

  • To conduct research under the supervision of senior colleagues and to contribute to the production of research
  • To assist in the identification and development of potential areas of research and the development of proposals for independent or collaborative research projects
  • To conduct individual and collaborative research projects, duties to include: analysis and interpretation of research data; use of appropriate research techniques and methods; writing up of research results and dissemination through publications, seminar and conference presentations and public engagement and outreach activities; contributing to the identification of possible new areas of research
  • To develop and initiate collaborative working internally and externally, duties to include: the building of internal contacts and participation in internal networks; collaboration with colleagues on joint projects as required; participation in and identification of external networks in order to share information and identify potential opportunities for collaboration and possible sources of funding; attendance at and contribution to relevant meetings
  • To assist with undergraduate teaching in own area of expertise

Skills, Experience & Qualification needed

  • PhD in a computational field (e.g. Computer Science, Physics, etc.) or equivalent experience
  • Knowledge in High-Performance Computing to engage in high quality research
  • Knowledge of programming in C and C++
  • Experience with MPI, OpenMP or other parallel programming models
  • Ability to write up research work for publication in high profile journals and engage in public dissemination
  • Ability to identify sources of funding and contribute to the process of securing funds, with collaborators if required
  • Competency to make presentations at conferences or exhibit work in other appropriate events

This is a fixed-term contract for 2 years.

Interview date: TBC

For informal enquiries: please contact Dr. Steven Wright at [email protected]

The University strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.

We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University.

We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff. #EqualityatYork

Research Associate
University of York

www.york.ac.uk
York, United Kingdom
David Garner
$100 to $500 million (USD)
1001 to 5000 Employees
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