Research Associate - University of York, United Kingdom - University of York

University of York
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University of York, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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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
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