The Simons Foundation’s Flatiron Institute seeks a Research Analyst to work as part of the Scientific Computing Core. 

Reporting to the Software Engineer, The research analyst will work on a project to develop and benchmark sparse linear algebra kernels with a large memory footprint (matrix-vector multiplication, matrix-matrix multiplication), along with their applications (eg: Conjugate Gradient solvers, PageRank algorithm, ML Transformers), on CPU clusters.

The Flatiron Institute has computational capabilities allowing testing algorithms and their implementations across different computer architectures to support this project. We offer an exciting multidisciplinary context for researching HPC and its applications.

This is a short term, temporary position that will take place in-person from October 2025 to May 2026 at the Simons Foundation’s offices in New York City. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and test HPC algorithms (linear algebra, graphs, Machine Learning) on the Flatiron Institute’s clusters

• Engage in parallel programming research

• Collaborate with other software engineers, Flatiron Research Fellows, Research scientists.

• Perform any other duties or tasks as required by the project leader and his team

• Help build, improve, and support high-quality, open-source software libraries relating to efforts with the team

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• M.S. in computer science, applied mathematics, engineering or related technical discipline.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

• Curriculum vitae with bibliography

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• The full-time annualized compensation for this position is $60,000.

• This position is eligible for medical benefits only.

Our Commitment to Expanding Pathways to Science & Opportunities for All:
Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds, and experiences. The Simons Foundation is committed to advancing basic science and mathematics to benefit humankind and expand our collective understanding of our world. As part of our mission, we support partners, programs, and initiatives that seek to broaden the scientific community and open pathways to science and mathematics careers.

The Simons Foundation provides equal opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state, and local law. #LI-DNI