Location: Raleigh, NC
to support the computational requirements of researchers and instructors from across NC State University.
Research Computing services include High Performance Computing (HPC), Research Storage, and in conjunction with NC State University Libraries a Research Facilitation Service.
Active research projects range from computational models of structures, systems, climate, weather, air quality, oceans, and beaches – to molecular dynamics and quantum mechanical calculations – to genomic assemblies and analysis – to artificial intelligence, large language models, and machine learning. There are more than 200 currently active research projects utilizing the HPC service in addition to
a number of courses that take advantage of the service each semester to provide students experience using HPC resources. Essential Job Duties: HPC Computational Scientists facilitate the utilization of the university’s HPC resources.
This facilitation takes a number of forms including: Installing and maintaining some core applications Assisting with porting community and user applications Assisting with optimizing applications to run effectively Assisting in debugging application issues, identifying and advocating solutions for new or unmet computational needs Consulting to assist with identifying appropriate applications and resources Developing and delivering effective instructional
modules on use of HPC resources (in person and online) In-depth research collaboration as a member of a few research project teams supporting the projects computational needs Other Responsibilities: This position will serve as senior staff to assist in grant proposal preparation to support the computational science needs of research projects.
Less often this position may initiate grant proposals for resources to enhance the HPC services available to NC State researchers and instructors. The fraction of effort spent doing in-depth collaboration may vary over time and other duties will be adjusted or to some extent collaborative work may be taken on as overload on top of other job responsibilities.
The position will work closely with faculty and students who utilize the HPC resources. Assisting students to gain HPC skills is a critical responsibility for the position both to enhance the students skills and to help reduce future support needs. Additionally, this position may help direct and mentor HPC student interns. Minimum Education and Experience: Master of Science in a computationally related science or engineering discipline, or a bachelor’s degree plus alternative or equivalent professional training and experience may be substituted for the advanced degree on an exceptional basis.
Two years of experience using shared HPC resources and experience assisting others with use of HPC resources or equivalent professional training and experience. HPC experience may include time while doing graduate studies. Other Required Qualifications: Experience using the message passing parallel programming model. Proficiency with a high level programming language such as Python, Fortran, or C. Proficiency using a Linux shell environment. Proficiency using a job scheduling system (such as Slurm or LSF). Effective written and oral communication skills. Ability to work independently with minimal day to day management.
Ability to work collaboratively with researchers (faculty members and students). Preferred Qualifications: Ph D in computationally related math, science, or engineering discipline preferred. Experience with shared memory parallel programming. Experience with GPU programming for scientific/engineering computations. Experience with Python or R, particularly working in multi-user environment. Two or more years of software development experience. Required License(s) or Certification(s): N/A Valid NC Driver's License required: No Commercial Driver's License required: No Job Open Date: 10/23/2023 Anticipated Close Date: Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants: Please include as attachments your Resume/CV and a cover letter.
Position Number: 00061981 Position Type: EHRA Non-Faculty Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week): 1.00 Appointment: 12 Month Recurring Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather: Mandatory - Adverse Weather Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events: Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies Department ID: 517001 - Research Computing AA/EEO: NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, interaction, gender identity, age, interactionual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-xyz X to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-xyz X or candidates are subject to criminal & interaction offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify.
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