University of Edinburgh
Job title:
Research Associate
Company
University of Edinburgh
Job description
Job Description:Grade UE07: £39,347 to £46,974 per annum.CSE / School of InformaticsFull time: 35 hours per week.Fixed Term: for 12 months.The School of Informatics, University of Edinburgh invites applications for a research associate position in the area of operating systems for an exciting project about operating systems architectures for new generation of computer hardware with pervasive (cache coherent or non-cache coherent) shared memory, including next generation of near data processing platforms.The Opportunity:The goal is to investigate if and how existing operating systems can be redesigned to support emerging data-center computer hardware that will offer pervasive shared memory among different machines, and potentially includes in-memory near data processing. Such pervasive shared memory is going to be provided by new interconnect technologies like Compute Express Link (CXL), while in-memory near data processing devices are already commercially available (e.g., UpMem), but newer technologies are anticipated.Candidates for this position are expected to have a PhD (or nearing completion) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field with a demonstrated background in operating systems kernel. Strong programming skills in C/C++ and assembly (at least x86 and ARM) are mandatory.Evidence of high-quality research – e.g., through high-quality publications or high-quality research artifacts – is desirable.We are looking for candidates committed towards high-impact research and making a real difference.Candidates will have the freedom to define and explore their independent research agenda aligned with the project. They will also have the opportunity to work with students and collaborate with partners from academia and industry.This post is full-time (35 hours per week) and is available for 12 months (funding end date is 14th November 2025)Your skills and attributes for success:
- PhD (or near completion) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
- Demonstrated experience with OS kernel hacking and development
- Programming skills (including C/C++ and assembly) and a commitment to creating usable software artifacts
- Understanding of the different key OS architectures, particularly the ones proposed for HPC
- Ability to communicate complex information clearly, orally and in writing
Click to view a copy of the fullContact details for enquiries : Antonio Barbalace,As a valued member of our team you can expect:
- A competitive salary of £39,347 – £46,974 per annum.
- An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
- To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
- Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our
(opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits.Championing equality, diversity and inclusionThe University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our (opens new browser tab)The University is able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. If successful, an international applicant requiring sponsorship to work in the UK will need to satisfy the UK Home Office’s English Language requirements and apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa.Key dates to noteThe closing date for applications is 22 August 2024.Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.About Us: As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.About the Team:Informatics is the study of how natural and artificial systems store, process and communicate information. Research in Informatics promises to take information technology to a new level, and to place information at the heart of 21st century science, technology and society. The School enjoys collaborations across many disciplines in the University, spanning all three College, and also participates as a strategic partner in the Alan Turing Institute and, with Heriot-Watt University, in the Edinburgh Centre for Robotics.The School provides a fertile environment for a wide range of studies focused on understanding computation in both artificial and natural systems. It attracts students around the world to study in our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, and currently has approximately 1000 undergraduate students, 320 MSc students and 350 PhD students. Informatics is one of seven schools in the College of Science and Engineering, at the University of Edinburgh. It is recognised for the employability of its graduates (demand exceeds supply), its contributions to entrepreneurship, and the excellence of its research. Since the first Research Assessment Exercise in 1986, Informatics at Edinburgh has consistently been assessed to have more internationally excellent and world-class research than any other submission in Computer Science and Informatics. The latest REF 2014 results have again confirmed that ours is the largest concentration of internationally excellent research in the UK. This contributes to our ranking in the top 15 CS departments world-wide according to the latest Times Higher Education ranking.We aim to ensure that our culture and systems support flexible and family-friendly working and recognise and value diversity across all our staff and students. The School has an active programme offering support and professional development for all staff; providing mentoring, training, and networking opportunities.
Expected salary
£39347 – 46974 per year
Location
Edinburgh – Midlothian
Job date
Sat, 10 Aug 2024 07:13:50 GMT
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