High-Performance Scientific Programmer

Inside Higher Ed; Chapel Hill (NC); Hybrid; USD 43,050; Full time

Job summary

A research-focused institution seeks a High-Performance Scientific Programmer to enhance their N-body code by adding binary functionality. The ideal candidate will have experience in small N-body dynamics and familiarity with C++. This temporary full-time position is located in North Carolina, with a hybrid work model—primarily remote with occasional in-person work in Chapel Hill. The hiring range is $31.25 per hour, and the position is expected to last up to 11 months.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Responsibilities

• Add binary functionality to the Rodriguez group’s N-body code.

Job description

Position Details

• Department: Physics and Astronomy - 319000
• Career Area: Research Professionals
• Posting Open Date: 01/27/2026
• Application Deadline: 01/30/2026
• Position Type: Temporary Staff (SHRA)
• Position Title: High-Performance Scientific Programmer
• Position Number: 20074618
• Vacancy ID: S026797
• Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Temporary
• Hours Per Week: 40
• Work Schedule: Primarily Remote; Approximately 20% of work will be done in-person during visits to Chapel Hill
• Position Location: North Carolina, US
• Hiring Range: $31.25 per hour
• Proposed Start Date: 02/02/2026
• Estimated Duration Of Appointment: 6 months not to exceed 11 months

Position Summary

A dedicated software researcher with experience in small N-body dynamics to add binary functionality to the Rodriguez group’s N-body code (KRIOS).

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Management Preferences

Experience with small-N stellar dynamics and C++.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.