Academic Researcher (f/m/d)

With funding from the Klaus Tschira Foundation, we are setting up a Biostructure Hub to support AI-based biomacromolecular structure prediction for which we are looking to expand our team as soon as possible with anAcademic Researcher (f/m/d) (TVL-E13)
Research Software Engineer with expertise in biomolecular modeling
Your tasks:
Development of scientific software for research projects in close consultation with researchers
Advising researchers at Heidelberg University on the development and use of research software, and interpretation of results
Development of scripts and optimized software installations for university compute resources
Conception and implementation of training courses and web-based materials on biomolecular modeling and structure prediction research software such as AlphaFold
Your profile:
Preferably a doctoral degree, but MSc are also encouraged to apply. A masters degree is a prerequisite for this position
Expert domain knowledge in biomacromolecular modeling and structure prediction
Experience with research software development during university study and/or completion of Masters / PhD / further academic employment
Excellent knowledge of Python
Experience with high-performance computing
Knowledge of good software development practice: version control, documentation, CI/CD etc.
Independent, structured way of working
Ability to work to defined timelines
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work in teams and communicate progress
Very good knowledge of English
We offer:
Involvement in cutting-edge research projects in an international environment
Work in an innovative environment with the opportunity of professional training and qualification in the emerging professional field of research software engineering
Flexible working hours and a good work-life balance
Opportunity for further training and building a professional network by participating in national and international conferences
A dedicated team that supports each other
Modern workplace and attractive location in the Neuenheimer Feld with good public transport connections
Subsidized Deutschlandticket as «Jobticket»
Access to our university sports offers
The developers of the Scientific Software Center are happy to provide you with further information and can be reached via ssc@iwr.uni-heidelberg.de.<br/><br/>The position is for three years. Salary is dependent on qualification at TV-L E13. Your application is required to include a certificate of your Masters degree and needs to be sent in one collated PDF file. Please send your application by January 15, 2025 to:<br/><br/>Scientific Software Center
Interdisciplinary Center for Scientific Computing (IWR)
Im Neuenheimer Feld 205
69120 Heidelberg<br/><br/>or by email (in one collated PDF file please) to:
brigitte.schierloh@iwr.uni-heidelberg.de<br/><br/>Heidelberg University stands for equal opportunities and diversity. Qualified female candidates are especially invited to apply. Persons with severe disabilities will be given preference if they are equally qualified. The position can be divided part-time. We ask for your understanding that received application documents cannot be returned. Information on job advertisements and the collection of personal data is available at www.uni-heidelberg.de/en/job-market.