Postdoctoral researcher: Development of kinetic plasma simulations on GPUs

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Postdoctoral researcher: Development of kinetic plasma simulations on GPUs

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Offer DescriptionThe general goal is porting an established CPU code for kinetic astroplasma simulations to GPU (in CUDA). The specific goals to be pursued within the 2-year time period (until the end of 2026) are rather well-defined by the milestones of the SPACE project, but the candidate is also free to propose a personal research path to be followed in parallel if it aligns with the general topics of interest of the division: solar and heliospheric plasmas in the Newtonian regime, and/or relativistic plasmas in high-energy astrophysical environments. The KU Leuven provides access to Tier-2 computing facilities, and Tier-1 Belgian machines are easily accessible via dedicated computing proposals. The SPACE consortium provides access to a wide variety of supercomputing facilities across Europe.The ideal candidate is a junior researcher with maximum 3 years of postdoctoral experience. They have a strong interest in HPC and scientific computing, as well as in the physics of space plasmas, with a preference for candidates who matured experience in GPU code development. Knowledge of numerical methods is an appreciated bonus. Applications are welcome also from candidates with experience on directly related topics.We encourage the publication of research results in high-impact peer-reviewed journals in the domains of computer science, astrophysics, space physics, space weather, computational physics, and related topics.Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Computer science Education Level PhD or equivalentResearch Field Engineering Education Level PhD or equivalentResearch Field Mathematics Education Level PhD or equivalentResearch Field Physics Education Level PhD or equivalentLanguages ENGLISH Level ExcellentAdditional InformationBenefitsWe offer a full-time position with a competitive salary. The funding is limited to the end of 2026 but the contract could be further extended depending on performance evaluation and available financing from other sources.We encourage the selected candidate to also propose and pursue topics of research of their own interest. We value initiative and promote new directions of research.Eligibility criteriaRequired:

• Knowledge of parallel computing and GPU (especially CUDA) code development
• Experience in using parallel computing facilities

Desirable:

• Experience with astroplasma simulations
• Knowledge of computational methods applied to physics, e.g. Particle-in-Cell.

Education: PhD degree in computer science, physics, engineering, mathematics, or equivalent field, obtained within the last 3 years (at the time of applying); preferentially, experience in computer modeling of plasmas and a clear motivation to work with astrophysical applications.Selection processThe application will require:A curriculum vitae;A statement of research interests or research proposal (free format, max 3 pages plus references);Up to 3 letters of reference to be directly sent by the reference person(s) toFor more information please contact Prof. dr. Fabio Bacchini, mail:
You can apply for this job no later than 31/05/2025 via theWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute KU Leuven Country Belgium State/Province Vlaams Brabant City Leuven Postal Code 3000 Street Leuven GeofieldContact State/ProvinceLeuven CityVlaams Brabant StreetLeuven Postal Code3000 E-Mailfabio.bacchini@kuleuven.beSTATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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Louvain, Brabant Flamand

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Sun, 02 Feb 2025 05:42:00 GMT

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