Join to apply for the PhD Student (R1) role at Barcelona Supercomputing Center
About BSC
The Barcelona Supercomputing Center (BSC-CNS) is the leading supercomputing centre in Spain. It hosts MareNostrum, one of Europe’s most powerful supercomputers, and focuses on research, development and management of information technologies to advance scientific progress.
Position Details
- Job Reference: 645_25_CS_SIM_R1
- Title: PhD Student (R1)
- Location: BSC, Computer Sciences Department, Barcelona
- Closing Date: Thursday, 30 October (date partially redacted)
- Contract: Full‑time (37.5 h/week), open‑ended
- Start Date: 01/12/2025
Responsibilities
- Perform tasks related to the Barcelona Zettascle Lab project.
- Contribute to the simulation infrastructure being developed as part of the BZL project.
Requirements
- Education: B.S. in Computer Sciences.
- 1‑2 years of experience in a similar position.
- Knowledge of architectural simulators such as gem5 is a plus.
- Basic knowledge of computer architecture.
- Good communication and writing skills in English.
Conditions & Benefits
- Fully equipped, state‑of‑the‑art infrastructure.
- Versátil working hours and comprehensive training plan.
- Restaurant tickets and private health insurance.
- Support for relocation procedures.
- 23 paid vacation days plus public holiday compensation.
- Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and local cost of living.
Application Procedure
- Submit a full CV in English with contact details.
- Provide a cover / motivation letter stating specific research interests.
- Include two professional references.
- Applications missing any of these documents will not be considered.
The selection will follow a two‑phase competitive examination system (Curriculum analysis and interview). Minimum points are required to advance to subsequent stages.
All qualified applicants will be considered, irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other protected characteristic.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We actively promote equity, diversity and inclusion and encourage the participation of women and under‑represented groups in science and IT research.
#J-18808-Ljbffr