CMCC PositionJunior Research Associate in Data Management and HPCDeadline: October 31st, 2024
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOROur Institute for Earth System Predictions (IESP) is hiring a talented, motivated and proactive Junior Research Associate in Data Management and HPC to work in the Advanced Scientific Computing division in the framework of the PNRR HPC SPOKE 4 project.
Workplace location: Lecce - Italy
ABOUT USCMCC Foundation is a cross-cutting scientific research centre on climate change and its interactions with the environment, society, the world of business, and policymakers. Our work aims to stimulate sustainable growth, protect the environment, and develop strategies for the adaptation and mitigation of climate change. CMCC's core objective is to conduct cutting-edge science, to train the next generation of scientists at both national and international levels, and to be a beacon for climate modelling.
CMCC pursues fundamental and applied science with utmost scientific integrity, prioritizing data-driven science and providing data, information, and research results that can support informed public debate and decision-making processes. To achieve climate research objectives at the highest international standards, we invest in training all our talents and strive to create a workplace where everyone can excel.
At CMCC you will find a strong, professional environment. Join an inclusive community that values diversity, where every voice is heard and respected. Help foster a culture of innovation and societal change, where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive and succeed.
ROLEThe Junior Research Associate is responsible for supporting research activities in Data Management and HPC.
RESPONSIBILITIESDevelopment and improvement of data management solutions and strategies for handling heterogenous climate/environmental data sources.Drafting of scientific reports and technical documentation related to the developed solutions.REQUIREMENTSM.Sc. degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or equivalent fields3+ years' experience in scientific software development and parallel programmingExcellent knowledge of C/Fortran and Python programming languageGood knowledge of data management systems, and DBMS designGood knowledge of data delivery technologies and platforms (e.g. ERDDAP)Parallel programming with MPI of scientific codes for heterogenous HPC architecturesExperience with HPC systemsRelevant experience with scripting languages like Bash and PythonExperience in complex software development and software version control systems (e.g. Git).Experience with Linux environment.Knowledge of Python scientific libraries and tools for data analysis (i.e., numpy, pandas, Jupyter notebooks).Knowledge of NetCDF data formats and related tools.Fluency in both written and spoken English languageDURATION, COMPENSATION & BENEFITSBased on the duration of the employment contract, without prejudice to any changes in organisation and/or career paths and downstream of the performance appraisal;The appointment is assigned following:internal selection;external selection in the event that there are no internal candidates, or they are assessed as unsuitable;The appointment period will be initially of 12 months starting from November 2024;The gross annual salary range is from 28K to 35K Euros, depending on qualification and working experience;Welfare package;Flexible working time;Support during the immigration process, if needed.PROTECTED CATEGORYBelonging to legally protected categories (ex L. 68/99) will constitute a preferential condition.
Some fiscal benefits could be applied for repatriated workers or foreign researchers/professors, having the requirements defined by Dlgs 147/2015 (for repatriates) or Dl 78/2010 (for foreigners).
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