Research Software Engineer (Swansea Academy of Advanced Computing)

Swansea University; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Swansea University is seeking a Research Software Engineer to enhance software for lattice quantum field theory. The role involves high-performance computing and aims to improve data analysis reproducibility. A PhD in a relevant field is required.

Qualifications

• Familiar with good practice in research software engineering.
• Experience in high-performance computing.

Responsibilities

• Develop enhancements to software for lattice quantum field theory.
• Deploy tools for reproducible data analysis.

Skills

Research Software Engineering

High-Performance Computing

Education

PhD in Lattice Quantum Field Theory

Job description

About The University

Swansea University is a research-led university that has been making a difference since 1920. The University community thrives on exploration and discovery and offers the right balance of excellent teaching and research, matched by an enviable quality of life.

Our stunning waterfront campuses and multicultural community make us a desirable workplace for colleagues from around the world. Our reward and benefits, and ways of working enable those who join us to have enriching careers, matched by an excellent work-life balance.

About The Role

Swansea University’s vision is to transform lives and futures by providing an outstanding academic environment with a balance of excellence between world-class teaching and research, driving impact that is enabled by effective regional and global collaborations.

The Swansea Academy of Advanced Computing at Swansea University is seeking to appoint a Research Software Engineer to support projects in lattice quantum field theory. The role will involve developing enhancements to software used for lattice quantum field theory in the UK, and deploying tools to aid in making the analysis of data generated using this software reproducible.

The successful candidate should be familiar with good practice in research software engineering and high-performance computing, in addition to having a PhD in lattice quantum field theory or equivalent experience in this area.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity in all its practices and activities. We aim to establish an inclusive environment and welcome diverse applications from the following protected characteristics: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation.

As an inclusive and welcoming workplace, we value people for their skills regardless of their background. Applications are welcome in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English.

We have an under-representation of women in the area of research and would particularly welcome applications from women for this position. We also have an under representation of individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds and would encourage applications from these groups. Appointments will always be made on merit.

Welsh Language Skills

The Welsh language level required for this role is Level 1 - A little. The role holder will be able to pronounce Welsh words, answer the phone in Welsh (good morning/afternoon) and use very basic everyday words and phrases (thank you, please etc.). Level 1 can be reached by completing a 1 hour course.

The University is a proud bilingual institution, our Welsh Language Strategy outlines our aspiration to promote the language and enable our staff to engage with the language as an additional workplace skill and as a gateway to new cultural and social opportunities. Applications are welcome in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English. Welsh speakers have the right to an interview in Welsh. Applicants for a role where Welsh skills are essential are expected to present their application in Welsh and will be interviewed in Welsh, if shortlisted.

Additional Information

Applications for this role will take the format of a CV submission and cover letter, providing evidence against the essential criteria in the recruitment documentation.