Postdoc Position in Algorithms for Scalable Computers at Sandia Labs, USA

The Computer Science Research Institute (CSRI) at Sandia National Laboratories conducts research in mathematical and computer sciences with application to a broad range of science and engineering applications of national and global importance. The CSRI maintains world-class research programs in computational and discrete mathematics, computer science, scalable algorithms, and large-scale high- performance computer systems. We are searching for a post-doctoral candidate to conduct R&D in numerical algorithms for scalable multicore computers.

This position involves activities toward the goal of effective use of emerging and future scalable multicore computers for science and engineering applications. Candidates are sought with a strong
background in high performance numerical linear algebra including parallel multilevel algorithms, algorithms for multicore architectures, and object-oriented scientific software engineering. Experience with Trilinos software is desirable.

Outstanding applicants in related areas will also be considered.

Applicants must have (or soon have) a Ph.D. in mathematics, computer science, statistics, or related fields with a record of academic excellence (3.5 GPA or higher). Programming experience (C++ required; Fortran & Matlab desired) with knowledge of parallel programming such as MPI, OpenMP, and/or threads is desired. Communication skills appropriate for participating in multi-disciplinary teams of mathematicians, engineers and computer scientists is required, as is research experience in your field of expertise as evidenced by presentations, technical publications, released software, and/or work with applications. Interest and experience in the use of advanced object-oriented software engineering practices and processes is desirable. Experience in high-performance computing on distributed, parallel, and/or other specialized architectures is also desired.

Please apply online at http://www.sandia.gov, under Employment/Career Opportunities/Sandia Internet Careers site, reference Job Requisition Number: 61550. More details about this position are also available at this website. U.S. Citizenship Normally Required. Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V.