Scientific Computing Center (SCC)
The Scientific Computing Center is the Information Technology Center of KIT.The Research Group Exascale Algorithm Engineering of SCC works at the interface of algorithmics, parallel computing, and applications in networked systems. Our teaching is delivered as part of the Institute of Theoretical Informatics.In the focus of this position there is research on parallel discrete algorithms that have a strong foundation in theory and are practical at the same time. You can find selected examples of our previous research work at https://eae.iti.kit.edu/26.php. Tasks associated with the position are:Development of novel algorithmic methods at the interface of discrete algorithms and high-performance computingInvestigation of the algorithms’ theoretical propertiesResearch software engineering (implementation of the developed algorithms)Empirical investigation of use casesScientific exchange and publication of resultsThis position offers the possibility to acquire a PhD degree, which is encouraged.
Salary
Salary category 13 TV-L, depending on the fulfillment of professional and personal requirements.
Contract duration
3 years
Application up to
28.11.2025
Contact person in line-management
Prof. Dr. Henning Meyerhenke, meyerhenke@kit.edu
(Tel. +49-721-608-49330, Geb. 50.34, Am Fasanengarten 5, 76131 Karlsruhe)