Research engineer for developing biodiversity Digital Twins - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Job description

The successful applicant will develop digital twins in the area of biodiversity research and support the use of a technical platform for these digital twins within the EC-funded BioDT project. The goal of this project is to push the current boundaries of a predictive understanding of biodiversity dynamics by means of digital twins that feature advanced modelling, simulation, and prediction capabilities. The work will involve the design, implementation, code porting, (performance) testing, and demonstration of the digital twins. The primary system for the demonstration will be the LUMI EuroHPC computing facility.

What we offer

• A position at a leading technical university that generates knowledge and skills for a sustainable future.
• Engaged and ambitious colleagues along with a creative, international and dynamic working environment
• Work in Stockholm, in close proximity to nature
• Help to relocate and get settled in Sweden and at KTH.
• Work within an international team

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Qualifications

Requirements

• A Master's degree in computer science, high-performance computing or similar, or equivalent competence. 
• Good programming and software engineering skills

Preferred qualifications

• Parallel programming skills
• Background in computer architectures, performance analysis and performance engineering
• Ability to work independantly
• Collaborative abilities
• Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.

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To apply for the position

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Your complete application must be received by KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

About the employment

The employment is valid for a limited time according to the agreement - for up to 1 year, with access according to agreement.

Other information

Striving towards gender equality, diversity and equal conditions is both a question of quality for KTH and a given part of our values

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