Join Purdue University, a leader in cutting-edge research and innovation, as a Senior Computational Scientist supporting world-class investigators at the forefront of scientific discovery. Become part of a collaborative environment where your expertise helps turn complex computational challenges into groundbreaking results.
Serve as a consultative partner, enabling researchers to leverage large-scale computing systems and tools to explore the most challenging questions in science and engineering
Use creativity and innovation to develop solutions for unique computing problems, collaborating with colleagues, researchers, national partners, and vendors to deploy novel computational and data technologies
Diagnose, design, code, test, and maintain sophisticated programs crucial to research success
Lead training workshops that empower a diverse research community, helping everyone—from students to principal investigators—develop critical skills in computational science
Represent Purdue at conferences and workshops nationwide, sharing your ideas and learning from peers across the research computing landscape
Be part of a community where every voice matters, and inclusion and respect are the foundation for achieving excellence
Unlock continuous learning opportunities and professional development in an environment that celebrates curiosity and growth
Work side by side with globally recognized scholars and technology leaders, making an impact—on campus and beyond
Thrive in a culture that supports balance, well-being, and authentic collaboration
Ready to expand what’s possible in research and in your own career? Join us at Purdue—where your expertise helps drive discoveries that change the world, and where you are empowered to grow, belong, and excel.
Purdue University’s Research Computing department is committed to promoting and advancing all individuals ) to create an environment where uniqueness is celebrated and persons from all backgrounds can thrive.
Purdue’s Research Computing department provides access to leading-edge computational and data storage systems as well as expertise in a broad range of high-performance computing activities. To fulfill our mission, we:
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The anticipated annual salary for this position is between $80,796 and $85,932 commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience. The final salary offer will be determined based on a variety of factors, including equity, available budget, educational background, and relevant experience.
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