IT Specialist (HPC and Research Support) | IT-Mitarbeiter*in für das Verbundvorhaben: Lower (m/w/d)
Universität Hildesheim
Job Summary
This role is a crucial IT Specialist position at the University of Hildesheim, dedicated to supporting advanced scientific research through the 'Lower Saxony Digital Science Support Space (DS3)' joint project. The specialist will establish a central contact point, offering technical consultation and support to researchers across High-Performance Computing (HPC), data-driven methodologies, and Research Software Engineering. Key responsibilities include representing the university in the DS3 network, conducting scientific analysis of existing structures, assessing internal research needs, and developing a comprehensive strategy for utilizing HPC resources, including local and Tier-3 systems. The position requires a scientific university degree in IT/Computer Science, strong programming skills, and relevant professional experience in at least two areas: HPC, AI, or data-driven methods. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and autonomous professional to build critical research infrastructure and facilitate cutting-edge scientific work.
Required Skills
Education
Completed scientific university degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or a comparable IT field.
Experience
- Professional experience in High-Performance Computing
- Professional experience in Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Professional experience in data-driven methods
- Experience in coordinating projects in a university environment
- Professional experience in Research Software Engineering
Languages
Additional
- Fixed-term contract until June 30, 2030; High degree of independence and personal responsibility required; Readiness to build an HPC consulting infrastructure; Willingness for continuous professional development; Position is classified under TV-L salary group E 13.
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