Research Associate - Computer Science

Job Description

The HPC Lab in the CS department is seeking a highly motivated and talented MS graduate to join our research group as a Research Associate. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting‑edge research in high‑performance computing, FPGA‑acceleration, and big data analytics. The successful candidate will work closely with faculty and other graduate students on developing scalable algorithms for large‑scale similarity search and designing innovative storage systems.

• Conduct original research in FPGA‑accelerated computing.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate similarity search algorithms on FPGA devices.
• Prepare manuscripts for peer‑reviewed journals and conferences.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary research team.

• Master's degree in Computer Science.
• Strong programming skills in C++.
• Familiarity with parallel computing, cloud platforms, or data analysis frameworks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Prior research experience is preferred but not required.

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Open Until Filled

Missouri S&T is one of the nation’s leading research universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. Founded in 1870, it is one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the vibrant community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks’ scenery.

KUMMER COLLEGE, established in 2022, serves as a pathbreaking model for social impact, technology transfer, and interdisciplinary collaboration. It integrates key academic, co‑curricular, and administrative activities related to technology commercialization, business innovation and entrepreneurship, systems thinking, and economic development.

College of Engineering & Computing (CEC) is the largest of three colleges at S&T, accounting for approximately 80% of the total enrollment. The college includes over 170 ranked faculty members and offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs.

College of Arts, Sciences, & Education (CASE) offers more than 85 different academic options, spanning arts, humanities, natural and social sciences.

Rolla, Missouri offers a high quality of life with low cost of living, safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, and recreational activities. The community hosts events, concerts, art exhibitions, and theatrical performances year‑round.

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non‑benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax‑Deferred Annuity Plan (403(b)). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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