Research Specialist: Global Computing Laboratory - UTK

The Global Computing Laboratory (GCLab) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK), conducts research in high-performance computing (HPC), AI-driven workflows, data management, and reproducibility in scientific computing . Our work addresses challenges in scalable data systems, workflow automation, and sustainable AI for exascale and cloud-HPC environments. We collaborate with national laboratories, universities, and industry partners through NSF and DOE-funded projects.

The GCLab is seeking a Research Specialist to independently support and conduct research projects in the field of high-performance computer architecture. The work assists with the development of a model that tunes HPC applications to maximize workflow performance and robustness even under conditions of system contentions and execution nondeterminism. In addition, this position will serve as a mentor for undergraduate students on the project and submit papers and presentations to refereed journals and conferences.

Model nondeterminism in HPC applications:

• Conduct literature review.

• Run computer experiments and optimization; and

• Perform data check and analysis.

• Monitor to ensure that project milestones are being met
  

Reporting :

• Prepare manuscripts to publish research results in peer-reviewed technical journals and conference proceedings.

• Prepare reports and give presentations on the project progress regularly.

• Provide preliminary results and write discussion of concepts for submission to granting agencies and foundation.
  

Coordination :

• Independently coordinate the collaborative research activities with the collaborator at partnering institutions to ensure that project milestones are being achieved.
  

Mentorship:

• Mentor undergraduate students while they perform research tasks on the project

Required Qualifications

Education:

• B.S. degree in Computer Science, Computational Sciences, or Math

Experience :

• Proficiency in at least one programming language (C/C++, Python).

• 1 Year of software development supported by active GitHub entries in an HPC environment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Graph theory and mathematical methods

• MPI, OpenMP, C, C++, Python, HPC Systems and tools for their performance measurements

• Ability to conduct individual research work and to disseminate results independently.

• Ability to organize and prioritize own and others workload.

• Good teamwork spirit. Excellent oral, interpersonal and written communication skills
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 Years of software development supported by active GitHub entries in an HPC environment
  

Additional Information

• This position may require occasional travel to conferences or project meetings

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment-based visa status.
  

Work Location

• Location: Knoxville, TN

• Onsite
  

Compensation and Benefits

• UT market range: MR07

• Anticipated hiring range: $65,000

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Application Instructions

To express interest, please submit an application with the noted below attachments:

• Resume

• Cover Letter
  

If you have questions about this position, please contact:

Prof. Michela Taufer

Dongarra Professor in High Performance Computing

Director, Global Computing Laboratory

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

E-mail: taufer@utk.edu