Scientific Computing Unit Manager

vor 1 Monat


Pölten, Niederösterreich, Österreich EO Austria GmbH Vollzeit
Job Title: Scientific Computing Unit Manager

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Scientific Computing Unit Manager to lead our Scientific Computing Facility. The successful candidate will have a strong background in high-performance computing, leadership, and management. Key responsibilities include overseeing the facility's operations, developing strategic plans, and collaborating with research groups. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, and several years of experience in HPC system administration.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Leadership and Management: Lead the Scientific Computing Facility, ensuring efficient operations and continuous development.
  • Strategic Development: Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance the facility's capabilities and expand its services in alignment with emerging research needs.
  • Collaboration with Research Groups: Work closely with group leaders and scientists to understand their specific needs, offer expert guidance, and develop tailored solutions to address scientific challenges.
  • Resource Allocation: Manage the allocation of computing resources at the High-Performance Computing (HPC) facility, prioritizing based on project urgency and research needs.
  • Technology Trends: Stay updated and remain curious about new trends and technologies in High-Performance Computing (HPC) and IT to continuously expand the facility's expertise.
  • Procurement and Compliance: Coordinate the acquisition of HPC hardware and software, manage licenses, and ensure compliance with relevant policies and regulations.
  • Service Optimization: Oversee and enhance services such as HPC application development, software support, custom hardware configurations, and bioinformatics analyses.
  • Documentation and Policies: Create and maintain documentation, including knowledge base articles, standard operating procedures, and policies for HPC infrastructures.
  • External Communication and Networking: Maintain effective communication with external partners, including Austrian and international research institutions and HPC communities.

Requirements:
  • Educational Background: Completed degree (preferably a PhD) in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (e.g., Climate Science, Physics, Astrophysics).
  • Parallel Computing Expertise: Strong background in parallel computing, with experience in both CPU and GPU environments.
  • Leadership Experience: Proven experience in leading and managing a high-performance or scientific computing unit, ideally within an international research institution.
  • Resilience and Diplomacy: Strong interpersonal skills with a balanced and diplomatic approach, able to handle high-pressure environments.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders clearly and effectively.
  • HPC System Administration: Several years of experience as an HPC system administrator or in a similar role and deep knowledge of parallel and cluster file systems such as BeeGFS, NFS, and ZFS, as well as familiarity with InfiniBand networks in HPC environments.
  • Job Scheduling Tools: Hands-on experience with job schedulers such as SLURM or similar systems.
  • Desirable Skills: While not mandatory, familiarity with bioinformatics tools and techniques, particularly in genomics and transcriptomics, is a plus.

About the Role:
This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking institute that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. The successful candidate will have the chance to lead a cutting-edge HPC cluster, develop and implement strategies to expand the facility's capabilities, and make a lasting impact on both the research community and technological advancements. In return, we offer a competitive salary in line with the market, a dynamic work environment, and numerous perks designed to support your professional growth and personal well-being.

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