Argonne National Laboratory’s High Energy Physics (HEP) Division invites applications for an Assistant Computational Scientist to advance software and computing for the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE).
The HEP Division conducts research across the Energy, Intensity, Cosmic, and Theory Frontiers, with additional strengths in Detector Development and Advanced Accelerator R&D. The Intensity Frontier group holds recognized roles within the international DUNE collaboration and is deeply engaged in high-performance computing, working closely with Argonne’s Leadership Computing Facility (ALCF).
The successful candidate will contribute to the research and development of core data-processing frameworks for high energy physics experiments, with a primary focus on input/output (I/O) software and event data storage for DUNE. The role offers opportunities to collaborate broadly with HEP scientists within DUNE and to engage in other aspects of DUNE Software and Computing R&D, including high-performance computing, accelerator integration, and support for AI/ML workflows.
Key responsibilities
Design, develop, and optimize I/O software and event data storage solutions for DUNE
Contribute to core processing frameworks used across HEP experiments
Collaborate with DUNE software and computing teams at Argonne and across the international collaboration
Engage with high-performance computing resources and workflows, including work aligned with ALCF
Support accelerator integration and AI/ML workflow enablement as project needs evolve
Position Requirements
The successful candidate should have a Ph.D. in High Energy Physics, Computer Science or a closely related field
Programming expertise, ideally in C/C++ and/or Python
Comprehensive knowledge of input/output systems and data persistence
Deep understanding of data models and prior experience with ROOT software
Ability to model Argonne’s core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork
RD2: Bachelors and 5+ years of experience, Masters and 3+ years, or PhD and 0+ years, or equivalent
The expected hiring range for this position is $90,063 to $143,010 annually
Job Family
Research Development (RD)
Job Profile
Computational Science 2
Worker Type
Regular
Time Type
Full timeThe expected hiring range for this position is $90,063.00 - $143,010.27.
Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.
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