Research Assistant

"ASC" • Fullerton, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to enable the SpECTRE numerical relativity code to successfully use a domain based on cylinders instead of deformed cubes to simulate two black holes as they inspiral, merge, and ringdown. This will enable the Cal State Fullerton numerical-relativity group and other institutions in the Simulating eXtreme Spacetimes (SXS) Collaboration to perform precision benchmarks and comparisons with the Spectral Einstein Code (SpEC), which uses a domain based on cylinders. These models are necessary for future gravitational-wave observatories, such as Cosmic Explorer. Please be aware that funding for this position is awarded through a Grant/Contract over a specified period. Employment for this position beyond current Grant/Contract funding is contingent upon continued funding or new Grant/Contract.

Requirements

• Familiarity with C++-20, python.
• Minimum six (6) months of experience contributing to the development of a numerical-relativity code that uses a spectral-type method to evolve binary black holes with excision.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, document, and test code that enables SpECTRE to successfully use a domain based on cylinders instead of deformed cubes to simulate two black holes as they inspiral, merge, and ringdown.
• Submit this code for inclusion in the main SpECTRE code repository using the GitHub pull request workflow.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, health care flex plan, LTD, vacation, sick leave, holiday, credit union, tuition reimbursement and retirement plan with company match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level