Research Software Engineer (f/m/d)

The Scientific Software Center (SSC) at the Interdisciplinary Center for Scientific Computing, Heidelberg University, aims to improve sustainability of research software and professionalization of its development. The SSC develops software solutions for this purpose, advises researchers and promotes the recognition of RSEs in the scientific community. We are looking to expand our development team as soon as possible with a full time

Research Software Engineer (f/m/d)

Your tasks:

• Development of scientific software for research projects in close consultation with researchers
• Advising researchers at Heidelberg University on the development and use of research software and research software engineering
• Conception and implementation of further training courses on research software topics

Your profile:

• A completed MSc
• Preferably a doctoral degree
• Experience with research software development during university study and/or completion of Master’s / PhD / further academic employment
• Excellent knowledge of at least one programming language relevant to the scientific community, e. g. Python, C/C++, JavaScript
• Preferably a background in one of the following: bioinformatics, life sciences
• Good knowledge of good software development practice: version control, documentation, CI/CD etc.
• Independent, structured way of working
• Ability to work in teams and communicate progress
• Very good knowledge of English

We offer:

• Involvement in cutting-edge research projects in an international environment
• Flexible working hours and a good work-life balance, e. g. also through the possibility of part-time employment
• Opportunity for further training and building a professional network by participating in national and international conferences
• A dedicated team that supports each other
• Modern workplace and attractive location in Neuenheimer Feld with good public transport connections
• Job ticket
• Access to our university sports offers

The position can be divided part-time.

The developers of the Scientific Software Center are happy to provide you with further information and can be reached via [email protected] .

The position is limited to three years. In an innovative environment, you will have the opportunity for professional training and qualification in the emerging professional field of research software engineering. Payment is made depending on qualification at TV-L E13. If you, as a developer of the Scientific Software Center, want to contribute to a more sustainable implementation of digital challenges in the most modern environment, please send your complete application (cover letter, CV, proof of completion of a Master’s degree, further qualification) by June 11th, 2024 to:

Prof. Dr. Roland Herzog

Interdisciplinary Center for Scientific Computing (IWR)

Im Neuenheimer Feld 205

69120 Heidelberg

or email them (only 1 contiguous PDF document please) to:

[email protected]

We ask for your understanding that received application documents cannot be returned.

Heidelberg University stands for equal opportunities and diversity. Qualified female candidates are especially invited to apply. Persons with severe disabilities will be given preference if they are equally qualified. Information on job advertisements and the collection of personal data is available at www.uni-heidelberg.de/en/job-market .