Jack <dongarra%anl-mcs.arpa@CSNET-RELAY> (01/17/86)
JOB OPENINGS AT ARGONNE NATIONAL LABORATORY The Mathematics and Computer Science Division of Argonne National Laboratory is expanding its program in advanced computing research. This program is aimed at developing algorithms, software, and programming tech- niques for both numerical and symbolic computations on computers with advanced architectures. Our research emphasizes two aspects: 1) fundamental computations for both numerical and symbolic work that can be used as building blocks in modeling programs and specific applica- tions; and 2) portability of the resulting algorithms, software, and programming methodologies among a wide variety of parallel computers. Among the current areas of activity are numerical linear algebra, numerical optimization, numerical integration, partial differential equations, spe- cial functions, automated reasoning systems, logic programming, and program transformation systems. In conjunction with this research program, we have established an Advanced Computing Research Facility (ACRF) that operates a variety of com- puters with advanced architectures. By early 1986, the ACRF is expected to have four or five parallel systems in place, including one with parallel- vector capability, several shared-memory systems, and one with a hypercube architecture. There are several job opportunities in connection with the ACRF. 1) Permanent research staff members with research interests in algorithms and software for computers with advanced architectures. Large-scale scientific computing is an area of particular interest. 2) Permanent staff members to manage and operate the ACRF. People are needed who have a strong background in scientific computing and an interest in parallel computing. Their responsibilities will include advising ACRF users on how to use the computers in the facility, teaching short courses on parallel computing and ACRF services and software, writing documentation, and providing local enhancements to systems as needed to support our research activities. Knowledge of UNIX (TM) is desirable. 3) Short and long term visitors with research interests in algorithms and software for computers with advanced architectures. We are particu- larly interested in visitors whose research interests are in areas that could benefit our existing research projects. People who are already active investigators in parallel computing research will be given the highest priority. For more information, contact: Jack Dongarra or Rusty Lusk Advanced Computing Research Facility Mathematics and Computer Science Division Argonne National Laboratory Argonne, Illinois 60439 (312) 972-7163 ACRF@ANL-MCS.ARPA (ARPANET and MILNET), or ACRF%ANL-MCS.ARPA@CSNET-RELAY.CSNET (CSNET), or ACRF%ANL-MCS.ARPA@WISCVM.BITNET (BITNET) Argonne is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.