City of Bristol College

The Bristol Centre for Supercomputing runs the Isambard-AI National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource, recently announced AI Data facility and the Isambard3 Tier-2 Supercomputer. Isambard-AI is the most powerful supercomputer in the UK and amongst the most powerful in Europe. The AI Supercomputing team owns the entire process of developing and operating the centre's compute and software infrastructure, which includes: The sourcing of hardware and system design. The deployment of huge software defined infrastructure using tools such as Kubernetes and Terraform / OpenTofu. Building and operating platforms to enable researchers to conduct leading edge research using the systems. Optimising and refining software to ensure environmental and economic efficient use. As one of the largest Open AI Research Resources internationally, we are committed to catalysing an AI transformation in the research and development community. In this role, you will work as part of the AI Supercomputing Team to build and operate primarily the infrastructure and compute platforms that researchers use for their work. You do not need to be an AI or computational research domain expert to deliver world class infrastructure, but you do need to quickly obtain a deep technical understanding of new domains. You should enjoy being self directed and identifying the most important problems to solve as the team matures with standardized tools and processes around stability, robust service delivery and scaling. What will you be doing? Use tools such as Python, Rust, Terraform /OpenTofu, Kubernetes, Git and Bash. Design and operate large, highly available supercomputing services managed as software defined infrastructures, and integrated as complete computational experiments. You will experience designing and operating massive scale GPU and combined CPU/GPU workloads across these services. You will design and debug platforms, and will work closely with researchers as you co design solutions that will enable the development and operation of new algorithms and software to solve leading edge research problems. You should apply if Want to help build, maintain and secure some of the largest, modern software defined supercomputing systems. Would enjoy working with world class domain and AI researchers as your primary workload. Have supported development or operation of a small to large clusters or dabbled in building your own physical or software defined systems. Love operating large distributed, highly available systems, and want to see them used for truly open national scale research in a cybersecurity compliant manner. For our AI Supercomputing Infrastructure Associate Engineer role focusing on storage and networking, you'll need: Domain knowledge in 1 or more areas from SysOps, NetOps, DevOps, SecOps, MLOps or Research Software Engineering. Degree (or equivalent practical experience) in computer science, computational or ML/AI research or in a natural science with a high degree of competence in computer science or computational research. Ability to contribute as a member of diverse, technical teams and to follow operational procedures. Additional information Contract type: Open ended with fixed funding until August 2030. Work pattern: Monday - Friday, 35 hours per week. Grade: J School/Unit: Bristol Centre for Supercomputing (BriCS) Our strategy and mission The University of Bristol aims to be a place where everyone feels able to be themselves and do their best in an inclusive working environment where all colleagues can thrive and reach their full potential. We want to attract, develop, and retain individuals with different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives - particularly people of colour, LGBT+ and disabled people - because diversity of people and ideas remains integral to our excellence as a global civic institution.

The City of Bristol College is seeking an AI Supercomputing Infrastructure Engineer for the Bristol Centre for Supercomputing. This role involves designing, operating, and maintaining large-scale supercomputing systems. As part of a hybrid working environment, this position will primarily focus on storage and networking, requiring a degree in computer science or a relevant field. The contract is open-ended with funding until August 2030.

City of Bristol College is hiring an AI Supercomputing Infrastructure Associate Engineer to support the operation and design of extensive AI supercomputing services. The role involves close collaboration with researchers to develop innovative solutions and requires a degree in computer science or a related field. You will work 35 hours a week, Monday to Friday, with fixed funding until August 2030. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in dynamic environments, enhancing systems for national-scale research.

The Bristol Centre for Supercomputing (BriCS) runs the Isambard-AI National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource, recently announced AI Data facility and the Isambard3 Tier-2 Supercomputer. Isambard-AI is the most powerful supercomputer in the UK and amongst the most powerful in Europe. The AI Supercomputing team owns the entire process of developing and operating the centre's compute and software infrastructure, which includes: The sourcing of hardware and system design. The deployment of huge software defined infrastructure using tools such as Kubernetes and Terraform/OpenTofu. Building and operating platforms to enable researchers to conduct leading edge research using the systems. Optimising and refining software to ensure environmental and economic efficient use. As one of the largest Open AI Research Resources internationally, we are committed to catalysing an AI transformation in the research and development community. In this role, you will work as part of the AI Supercomputing Team to build and operate primarily the infrastructure and compute platforms that researchers use for their work. You do not need to be an AI or computational research domain expert to deliver world class infrastructure, but you do need to quickly obtain a deep technical understanding of new domains. You should enjoy being self directed and identifying the most important problems to solve as the team matures with standardized tools and processes around stability, robust service delivery and scaling. This role supports hybrid working arrangements to provide flexibility. While the Centre's operational needs require successful candidates to start as soon as possible, we are able to accommodate individual notice periods to attract top talent. Please note: This is a rolling advertisement for three full-time equivalent (FTE) positions for the same role. While a closing date is displayed on the system, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis in tranches throughout the advertising period. The advert will close once all three positions have been filled. We therefore strongly encourage candidates to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment. What will you be doing? As a member of the AI Supercomputing Team, you will; Design and operate large, highly available supercomputing services managed as software defined infrastructures, and integrated as complete computational experiments. You will experience designing and operating massive scale GPU and combined CPU/GPU workloads across these services. You will design and debug platforms, and will work closely with researchers as you co design solutions that will enable the development and operation of new algorithms and software to solve leading edge research problems. You should apply if Want to help build, maintain and secure some of the largest, modern software defined supercomputing systems. Would enjoy working with world class domain and AI researchers as your primary workload. Have built small to large clusters or dabbled in building your own physical or software defined systems, and have motivation to scale up to something massive and nationally impactful. Love building large distributed, highly available systems, and want to see them used for truly open national scale research in a cybersecurity compliant manner. For our AI Supercomputing Infrastructure Engineer role focusing on storage and networking, you'll need: Domain expertise in 1 or more areas from NetOps and DevOps. Degree (or equivalent practical experience) in computer science, computational or ML/AI research or in a natural science with a high degree of competence in computer science or computational research. Good organisational skills to manage not just your own workload but also that of less experienced members of the team. The available job description provides a full view of the person specification. Additional information Contract type: Open ended with fixed funding until August 2030. Work pattern: Monday - Friday, 35 hours per week. Grade: K School/Unit: Bristol Centre for Supercomputing (BriCS) Our strategy and mission We recently launched our strategy to 2030 tying together our mission, vision and values. We want to attract, develop, and retain individuals with different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives - particularly people of colour, LGBT+ and disabled people - because diversity of people and ideas remains integral to our excellence as a global civic institution.

Senior Research Fellow in Health Data Science We are looking for an enthusiastic and talented Senior Research Fellow (0.5FTE) with expertise in health data science to join the leadership team of the Electronic Health Records Group at the University of Bristol. The group conducts innovative analyses on large datasets, using privacy-protecting platforms such as OpenSAFELY and the NHS England Secure Data Environment Service, as well as emerging sub-national data environments. The successful candidate will play a central role in leading, developing and contributing to high-quality applied research using large-scale, linked electronic health records. They will work closely with colleagues across Bristol and partner institutions, regionally and nationally, to develop collaborations that conduct high-quality applied research with direct relevance to population health and healthcare policy. Hybrid working is not available for this role. What will you be doing? The post-holder will lead and collaborate on applied research programmes using platforms such as OpenSAFELY and the NHS England Secure Data Environment Service, as well as emerging sub-national data environments. They will design, conduct, and interpret population-scale studies addressing key clinical and public health questions, generating robust, policy-relevant evidence. As a senior member of the team, the post-holder will shape the Group's research activities, lead grant applications, and develop collaborations with academic, clinical, and policy partners. They will provide academic leadership, including line management and mentorship, ensuring high standards of analytical rigour, reproducibility, and impact, and supporting the continued growth and national standing of the Group. You should apply if You should apply if you are an experienced and motivated researcher with a strong track record of leading teams and delivering high-impact research using NHS health and care data. You will have experience accessing and working with large-scale datasets within secure data environments, and be confident navigating data governance, approvals, and access processes. You should have successfully led or contributed to research grants, including managing budgets and resources effectively. We are looking for someone who can design and lead ambitious research programmes, mentor and support junior colleagues, and build strong collaborations across academic, clinical, and policy settings. You will be comfortable operating in complex, evolving data landscapes while maintaining high standards of analytical rigour and delivery. Above all, you will be driven to produce research that informs practice and improves health outcomes, and to play a leading role in shaping the direction and growth of a dynamic research team. Additional information Contract type: Open-ended with funding for 30/06/2029 Work pattern: Part-time/0.5FTE Grade: L / Pathway 2 School/Unit: Bristol Medical School Shift pattern: 17.5 hours/week This advert will close at 23:59 UK time on 18/06/2026 For informal queries please contact: Jonathan Sterne (Professor of Medical Statistics and Epidemiology): Our strategy and mission We recently launched ourstrategy to 2030 tying together our mission, vision and values.

City of Bristol College is seeking a Senior Research Fellow in Health Data Science to join the leadership team at the University of Bristol. This role involves leading high-quality applied research using large-scale electronic health records. The ideal candidate will have significant experience accessing and working with NHS health data. The position is part-time (0.5FTE) with an open-ended contract ending 30/06/2029, and further development of collaborations in academic and clinical settings.

City of Bristol College is seeking an experienced IT Change Manager for its Digital Services team. You will manage end-to-end change processes, ensuring systems changes are delivered safely and efficiently while balancing governance with speed. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT Change Management, effective risk management, and experience in a SIAM model. This role offers the chance to significantly influence how digital services are delivered and supported.

We're looking for an experienced IT Change Manager to join our Digital Services team, working closely with the Head of Digital Services. In this role, you'll help ensure that changes to our systems and services are delivered in a controlled, efficient and business aligned way. You'll play a key part in balancing the pace of digital delivery with the right level of governance, supporting teams to move quickly while managing risk and minimising disruption. Working across Digital Services and the wider organisation, you'll bring visibility and structure to change activity, while also helping to ensure the new and updated services are ready to succeed in a live environment. This is an opportunity to have a real impact on how change is managed and how digital services are introduced and supported. What will you be doing? Managing end to end change process, from initial request through to review and closure Assessing, prioritising and coordinating changes to ensure they are delivered safely and with minimal disruption Running CAB providing clear insight on risk, impact and dependencies Ensuring appropriate governance is in place, while supporting teams to deliver at pace Working closed with technical teams, service owners and stakeholders to plan and schedule change activity Drive continuous improvement in change management practices, including evolving processes, policies and supporting toolsets Use data and insight to shape and mature the organisation's approach to change, improving efficiency, quality and user experience Work with third party suppliers and partners to ensure changes are aligned, well coordinated and meet agreed standards. Contribute to the wider Digital Services Strategy, helping to embed good change and release practices. You should apply if Have experience in IT Change Management within a Digital or IT Function Are confident manging change in a fast based environment, balancing deliver speed with effective risk management Can bring structure and clarity to complex change activity, working across multiple teams Communicate clearly and build strong relationships with technical teams, stakeholders and suppliers Have experience of working within a SIAM model Have a good understanding of service design and transition and how changes impact live services Have a good understanding of ITIL, with practical experience of service design, transition and change management Are comfortable using data and insight to monitor performance drive improvement Take a pragmatic, collaborative approach Additional information Contract type: Open-ended Work pattern: 1 FTE Grade: K School/Unit: IT Services This advert will close at 23:59 UK time on 9th June