STFC Scientific Computing

Do you use tomographic imaging in your research? Then join us for the annual Core Imaging Library (CIL) User Meeting! Following the success of the meeting last year, we’re thrilled to announce that the second CIL User Meeting is happening from 4th-7th November 2024 at the Visitor Centre and Lecture Theatre, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory. The Core Imaging Library is an open-source Python framework designed for tomographic imaging and other inverse problems, with a focus on reconstructing challenging datasets. What’s in store? 🎤 Exciting technical talks from CIL users 🛠️ Introductory and advanced CIL user training sessions 🤝 User support sessions and hackathons 🗣️ Town Hall user community discussions 📊 CCPi Working Group meeting 🔗 For more information on the programme and registration, follow: https://lnkd.in/erq-jBcU Registration is free! Don’t miss out – sign up by Friday, 18th October. #CILUserMeeting #Tomography #Imaging #Python #CT 

Thinking about applying for a science communication industrial placement with us? Hear some insights and advice from our current placement students, Esme Mirzoeff and Cora Jamieson! Esme (University of Leeds, Natural Sciences BSc 🧪): ⭐ What I’ve been working on recently... Creating social media content (including this post!) and an exciting project with other comms placement students. ⭐ The best thing about working at STFC... How many placement students there are! It’s really easy to meet new people, and it’s also exciting to be surrounded by cutting edge science every day. ⭐ Something I’m looking forward to... Going on a 3-day film-making course in November. I’m hoping to use the skills I’ve learnt to create some short videos throughout the year. ⭐ Advice for applicants.... Even if you’re not 100% sure on what you want to do in the future, this placement is a great way to pick up lots of transferrable skills whilst getting more experience being in the workplace (and earning a salary!). Cora (University of Exeter, History BA 📚): ⭐ What I’ve been working on recently... Developing content for the new Scientific Computing website and working with Esme at the DAFNI: Data & Analytics Facility for National Infrastructure conference on publicity and interviews at the event. ⭐ What I’ve learnt so far... How to ask for help when you need it and how to plan your day effectively to achieve your goals. ⭐ Something I’m looking forward to... Going to the Computing Insight UK conference in Manchester this December. ⭐ Advice for applicants... Don’t be afraid to go for it, even if you don’t feel qualified. Just because you don’t have the background for it, doesn’t mean you don’t have the skills for it, and it doesn’t mean you can’t succeed.  More information on the placement and application process: tinyurl.com/bdeyhksj Application deadline: 20/10/24 #DiscoverWhatsPossible

Yesterday we had the pleasure of hosting a group of Year 8 and 9 students for our annual Ada Lovelace Challenge Day.🚀⭐ Upon arrival, the students received a live mission briefing from the Boulby Underground Laboratory Mars Yard. They learned that the Ada Lovelace spaceship had suffered critical damage on its mission to Mars, and it was up to them to save it! With the clock ticking, the students were supported by mentors from across STFC to create new communications, life support, and landing systems for the spaceship using Arduinos and Tinkercad. All in the nick of time to prevent a crash! Students also got the opportunity to explore the machine room in our data centre and heard from one of our computer scientists about his career journey to STFC. It was great to see so many young people engaged in coding, and we want to thank everyone involved in making the day such a huge success.

On the weekend we celebrated World Teachers' Day. Here at STFC, we work closely with teachers to inspire the next generation of computer scientists. In August, we hosted over 70 teachers for a day of talks, tours and hands-on activities, working with the The Ogden Trust to give early career teachers an experience of a working lab. Sharing our work with teachers – particularly early career teachers – is especially valuable, as it provides them with real-world context for the lessons they teach, and insights that they can take back to the classroom. Many of the teachers who attended have since been in touch to ask about further opportunities for visits and work experience for their students. #WorldTeachersDay

If you’re interested in a career in science communication, our science communication industrial placements are an excellent opportunity for you! Check out this video from last year’s students for a glimpse into their daily lives here at STFC. More information on the role and application process: tinyurl.com/bdeyhksj Application deadline: 20/10/24 #DiscoverWhatsPossible

Kickstart your career with our graduate scheme!🚀 Our STFC graduate scheme is a fantastic opportunity to pursue your passions whilst being backed by technical training and comprehensive career support. Join STFC Scientific Computing as a graduate and build your knowledge in: - Linux, cloud, high performance computing, systems management and hardware - Data storage and management of large complex scientific datasets - Software engineering, open science and scientific software development - Project Management - Working with scientists to deliver to their requirements The scheme includes four 6-month projects, allowing you to immerse yourself in different technical teams and make valuable contributions. For more information on the scheme and how to apply, go to: https://lnkd.in/e2X5wGyA Application deadline: 20/10/24 #DiscoverWhatsPossible

Congratulations Thomas Zillhardt! A great achievement - we hope to see you at the CoSeC UKRI Conference in December.

Looking for an Industrial Placement for next year? Look no further! We have some great opportunities here at STFC Scientific Computing, and roles are now LIVE! Our placement opportunities include: - Science Communication Industrial Placement (2 positions available) Interested in a career in science communication and want to gain some hands-on experience? Build your skills promoting our science through a range of channels, from social media and videos to websites and events. For more information on the role, follow: tinyurl.com/bdeyhksj - Software Engineer Industrial Placement (2 positions available) Join our DAaaS (Data Analysis as a Service) Group and work with cutting-edge tech and world-leading scientists and engineers. Build invaluable skills for your future career while gaining insight into the world of software engineering. For more information on the role, follow: tinyurl.com/ye2xtx4a Check out our early careers website to find out more about our opportunities: https://lnkd.in/eieDzBSZ #DiscoverWhatsPossible

Are you considering an Industrial Placement, or starting your search for a Graduate job? We have some great opportunities here at STFC Scientific Computing, and roles will be going live next week on 9th September! Stay ahead of the game and sign up for job alerts now: https://lnkd.in/dANjwjat   For more information, visit our early careers website at: https://lnkd.in/eieDzBSZ #DiscoverWhatsPossible

Research funding opportunity! Our Ada Lovelace Centre (ALC) is offering partial funding for PhD projects. They are looking to fund innovative projects focused on overcoming the challenges of processing, interpretation, and management of research data at the Science and Technology Facilities Council’s (STFC) large-scale facilities, and maximising their scientific outputs and impacts. If you are an academic at a UK university or staff member at the STFC large-scale science facilities or Diamond Light Source, and have an idea for a PhD project, apply today! The ALC currently supports a broad set of activities across several themes, although the studentships could be outside these core areas: - Advanced Imaging - Simulation and modelling - Computational biology - Mathematics and AI for science - Synchrotron and Instrument control - Data curation, data management including open science and scientific workflows for facilities data Interested? If you, or someone you know, might have a project to propose, follow the link below for more information about the Ada Lovelace Centre, the funding available, and the application process: https://lnkd.in/e3fJ9n99 Don’t wait – apply today! Deadline for applications: 13th September 2024.