Computer systems manager job description

The Mathematics and Computer Science division at Argonne National Laboratory seeks well-prepared candidates for a postdoctoral position in computer systems to explore energy efficiency of accelerators available in an AI Testbed. The successful candidate will be performing computer systems research and development for cutting-edge architectures. This work will include experimental research to explore the performance and power requirements for different AI-enabled science kernels on different AI accelerators. The successful candidate will actively collaborate with computer scientists and domain scientists and have the opportunity to build an independent research program.
**Position Requirements**

Ideal candidates are expected to have in-depth knowledge of computer architecture and experience in machine/deep learning, high-performance computing, scientific computing as well as programming experience in Python, Tensorflow, and Keras. Should possess good communication skills both verbal and written in addition to software development experiences with computational and data-intensive science problems.

Desirable knowledge and skills include the ability to understand computer systems based upon architectural specifications, experience in computer architecture research, knowledge of parallel programming models such as OpenMP or MPI, and the ability to provide project leadership as well as have collaborative skills including the ability to work well with other laboratories and universities, supercomputer centers and industry.

A recent (typically completed within three years) or soon-to-be completed PhD is required for this role.

Applicants should provide contact information of three references in their application.

**Job Family**

Postdoctoral Family

**Job Profile**

Postdoctoral Appointee

**Worker Type**

Long-Term (Fixed Term)

**Time Type**

Full time

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