Undergraduate HPC & Simulation Research Assistant

University of North Dakota; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 4,100 - 8,200; Part time

Job summary

University of North Dakota is seeking a part-time, non-benefited student employee to assist with high performance computing tasks. The role focuses on learning Linux, numerical methods, and simulation workflows used in ongoing research.

You will prepare simulations, generate geometry and mesh, run in-house code, and document results for reports and publications. The ideal candidate is an undergrad who can work independently, has programming skills, and understands computer simulations.

Qualifications

• Undergraduates only.
• Able to work independently and remain task-driven.
• Good computer programming skills.
• Knowledge of computer simulation.
• Completed course work ME306 and ME341.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check.

Responsibilities

• Learn HPC environment, Linux OS, and numerical methods and simulation workflows for the research work.
• Prepare and set up simulation including geometry and mesh generation.
• Perform numerical simulations using in-house developed code.
• Process results, write research reports and papers for publication.

Skills

Programming skills

Computer simulation

Independent work

Education

Undergraduates only

ME306 coursework

ME341 coursework

Job description

University of North Dakota is seeking a part-time, non-benefited student employee to assist with high performance computing tasks. The role focuses on learning Linux, numerical methods, and simulation workflows used in ongoing research.

You will prepare simulations, generate geometry and mesh, run in-house code, and document results for reports and publications. The ideal candidate is an undergrad who can work independently, has programming skills, and understands computer simulations.