Research Associate - High-Order Mesh & HPC (NekMesh)

KINGS COLLEGE LONDON; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious research institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a computational engineering researcher to support a major EPSRC project in mesh generation. The successful candidate will have a PhD and strong programming skills in C++. Responsibilities include advancing adaptive mesh refinement techniques and collaborating with a team of experts. This full-time role offers a salary between £45,031 and £48,607 per annum along with a vibrant research environment.

Qualifications

• Have, or be about to obtain, a PhD in a related field.
• Strong programming ability in C++ or related languages.
• Knowledge of high-order methods and mesh generation is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of a mesh generation project funded by EPSRC.
• Work with the REMODEL project team to advance adaptive mesh refinement.
• Lead developments in mesh generation tools like NekMesh.

Skills

Strong scientific computing background

Programming in C++

Experience with high-performance computing

Collaboration in research teams

Excellent organization skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

PhD or equivalent qualification in applied mathematics or computational engineering

Tools

Nektar++ framework

NekMesh tool

Job description

A prestigious research institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a computational engineering researcher to support a major EPSRC project in mesh generation. The successful candidate will have a PhD and strong programming skills in C++. Responsibilities include advancing adaptive mesh refinement techniques and collaborating with a team of experts. This full-time role offers a salary between £45,031 and £48,607 per annum along with a vibrant research environment.