Single Event Solutions for GPUs and Complex SoC– Recognised Researcher (R2)

Job Reference
31_26_CS_HCSCES_R2
Position
Single Event Solutions for GPUs and Complex SoC– Recognised Researcher (R2)
Closing Date
Tuesday, 24 February, 2026
Reference: 31_26_CS_HCSCES_R2
Job title: Single Event Solutions for GPUs and Complex SoC– Recognised Researcher (R2)

About BSC

The Barcelona Supercomputing Center - Centro Nacional de Supercomputación (BSC-CNS) is the leading supercomputing center in Spain. It houses MareNostrum, one of the most powerful supercomputers in Europe, was a founding and hosting member of the former European HPC infrastructure PRACE (Partnership for Advanced Computing in Europe), and is now hosting entity for EuroHPC JU, the Joint Undertaking that leads large-scale investments and HPC provision in Europe. The mission of BSC is to research, develop and manage information technologies in order to facilitate scientific progress. BSC combines HPC service provision and R&D into both computer and computational science (life, earth and engineering sciences) under one roof, and currently has over 1000 staff from 60 countries.

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We are particularly interested for this role in the strengths and lived experiences of women and underrepresented groups to help us avoid perpetuating biases and oversights in science and IT research. In instances of equal merit, the incorporation of the under-represented sex will be favoured.

We promote Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, fostering an environment where each and every one of us is appreciated for who we are, regardless of our differences.

If you consider that you do not meet all the requirements, we encourage you to continue applying for the job offer. We value diversity of experiences and skills, and you could bring unique perspectives to our team.

Context And Mission

The HArdware Dependability for Embedded Systems (HADES) group within the High-Performance Embedded Systems (HPES) at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center aims at carrying out research for critical embedded systems in charge of controlling fundamental parts of cars, airplanes and satellites. Our work is mainly done in the context of bilateral projects with several processor companies as well as several European-funded projects. For a complete list of publications of the group in the last years, please visit: https://www.bsc.es/discover-bsc/organisation/research-structure/hardware-dependability-embedded-systems-hades/team-publications

The objective of this position is to study and mitigate single event radiation effects of GPUs and other high performance complex embedded systems for safety critical systems. The work involves performing radiation tests and simulations to understand the reliability behaviour of these devices in harsh environments. Moreover, it includes devising hardware and software solutions which will pave the way towards the adoption of these systems in aerospace systems and other critical domains. The candidate will address problems which are related to the use of GPUs and complex SoCs in critical environments such as reliability, certification and real-time properties. The work will include experimentation with COTS and IP candidate complex platforms for adoption in space, including FPGA prototypes.

The postdoctoral researcher is expected to have completed a PhD on a related topic.

Key Duties

Identify research questions and practical limitations regarding the use of high performance complex SoCs in existing space systems
Participate in the proposal writing of relevant projects
Design and perform radiation tests (proton, neutron, heavy-ion, TID and other) of complex devices
Device hardware and software solutions to overcome the identified limitations
Demonstrate software solutions on existing complex SoCs
Demonstrate hardware solutions in simulators and or/FPGA prototypes
Port space relevant software into the considered platforms

Requirements

Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field
Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field
PhD in Computer Engineering or a related field, with focus on radiation effects and/or GPUs or other complex devices
Demonstrated experience with radiation tests
Demonstrated experience with GPU programming
Demonstrated research experience with at least one safety critical sector (avionics, space, automotive etc) with relevant publications
Good publication record
Essential Knowledge and Professional Experience
Theoretical knowledge on Radiation effects of complex devices
Experimental knowledge of irradiation experiments through at least one irradiation source (e.g. protons)
C, C++, Python programming
Experience with space processors, algorithms and technologies
at least one of CUDA,OpenCL, OpenACC
At least one of Verilog, VHDL, Chisel
LaTeX
Additional Knowledge and Professional Experience
Computer Architecture knowledge
Experience with the use of FPGAs
Experience with real-time systems is desired but not required
Experience with developing Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools will be valued
Experience with proposal writing will be valued
Previous research experience through internships in industry and awards will be valued
Competences
Problem-solving, pro-active, result-oriented work attitude
Ability to perform work both individually as well as in a team
Good communication skills including a good command of the English language (written and spoken)

Conditions

The position will be located at BSC within the Computer Sciences Department
We offer a full-time contract (37.5h/week), a good working environment, a highly stimulating environment with state-of-the-art infrastructure, flexible working hours, extensive training plan, restaurant tickets, private health insurance, support to the relocation procedures
Duration: Open-ended contract due to technical and scientific activities linked to the project and budget duration
Holidays: 22 days of holidays + 6 personal days + 24th and 31st of December per our collective agreement
Salary: we offer a competitive salary commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate and according to the cost of living in Barcelona
Starting date: 1/03/2026

Applications procedure and process

All applications must be submitted via the BSC website and contain:

A full CV in English including contact details
A cover/motivation letter with a statement of interest in English, clearly specifying for which specific area and topics the applicant wishes to be considered. Additionally, two references for further contacts must be included. Applications without this document will not be considered.

Development of the recruitment process

The selection will be carried out through a competitive examination system ("Concurso-Oposición"). The recruitment process consists of two phases:

Curriculum Analysis: Evaluation of previous experience and/or scientific history, degree, training, and other professional information relevant to the position. - 40 points
Interview phase: The highest-rated candidates at the curriculum level will be invited to the interview phase, conducted by the corresponding department and Human Resources. In this phase, technical competencies, knowledge, skills, and professional experience related to the position, as well as the required personal competencies, will be evaluated. - 60 points. A minimum of 30 points out of 60 must be obtained to be eligible for the position.

The recruitment panel will be composed of at least three people, ensuring at least 25% representation of women.

In accordance with OTM-R principles, a gender-balanced recruitment panel is formed for each vacancy at the beginning of the process. After reviewing the content of the applications, the panel will begin the interviews, with at least one technical and one administrative interview. At a minimum, a personality questionnaire as well as a technical exercise will be conducted during the process.

The panel will make a final decision, and all individuals who participated in the interview phase will receive feedback with details on the acceptance or rejection of their profile.

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Deadline

The vacancy will remain open until a suitable candidate has been hired. Applications will be regularly reviewed and potential candidates will be contacted.

OTM-R principles for selection processes

BSC-CNS is committed to the principles of the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers of the European Commission and the Open, Transparent and Merit-based Recruitment principles (OTM-R). This is applied for any potential candidate in all our processes, for example by creating gender-balanced recruitment panels and recognizing career breaks etc.
BSC-CNS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable state or local law.
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