Assistant Computational Scientist – DUNE Software & Data Systems

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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