Are you an independent researcher looking for your next career step? Are you searching for an unparalleled environment to push the boundaries of your research and unlock your full potential? Look no further, CESGA –Galicia Supercomputing Center– is the perfect place to be.
There is a new opportunity to join us: the prestigious Ramón y Cajal Contract, a 5-year ternure-track research grant that will open its 2025 call on November 19.
Official information: https://www.ciencia.gob.es/Convocatorias/2025/RYC25.html
We invite you to explore our research areas, current job openings and upcoming oportunities, such as the deployment of the EuroHPC JU ‘1HealthAI’ Factory, a state of the art infraestructure that will change the gameplay for researchers in areas related with human and animal health, natural resources or environmental studies. We welcome competitive research profiles in the field of Quantum Technologies, Computer Sciences, Earth Sciences exploiting High-Performance Computing (HPC), Life Sciences exploiting HPC, Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Big Data.
What will you find at CESGA?
At CESGA, we offer a unique and highly attractive proposition for leading researchers and aspiring scientists alike at all career stages. Our mission is to empower your groundbreaking discoveries by providing:
World-Class Computing Infrastructure
• CESGA will host EuroHPC-JU IA Factory ‘1HealthAI’… and you can be a part of it!
• High-Performance Computing (HPC) Systems: Leverage powerful supercomputers for complex simulations, modelling, or data-intensive computations, accelerating your research significantly.
• Massive Storage Solutions: Benefit from vast and high-speed storage capabilities, essential for handling the immense datasets generated in AI and Big Data research.
• High-Performance Network Connectivity: Our robust network infrastructure ensures seamless data transfer and collaborative research, connecting you to global scientific endeavours.
• Experimental infrastructure: Quantum Computers, QKD links, Quantum Laboratories, FPGAs and more.
• CESGA has extensive experience maintaining supercomputers and giving advanced technical support to researchers.
Dedicated Research Focus – No Teaching:
• Unlike traditional academic positions, CESGA is solely dedicated to research. This means you can devote 100% of your time and effort to your research, free from teaching, although this can be enabled through our agreements with the Galician universities. This focused environment fosters deep dives into complex problems and accelerates the pace of innovation.
• At CESGA, you will find yourself surrounded by talented researchers (other Ramón y Cajal fellowship, ERC Consolidator Grant, ERC Starting Grant, , MSCA Fellowship, Xunta de Galicia Postdoctoral Fellowship, or Juan de la Cierva Fellowship) and a cooperative environment that will give your an interdisciplinary perspective and enrich your results.
Santiago de Compostela: The perfect place to grow your research career
• CESGA is located in the charming city of Santiago de Compostela, Spain. This UNESCO World Heritage site offers an inspiring backdrop for your professional and personal life.
• A City of Knowledge and Innovation: Santiago is not just a historic city; it’s a vibrant hub of academic excellence with a rich intellectual tradition. You’ll find a supportive community and opportunities for collaboration with other research institutions and universities.
• Exceptional Quality of Life: Enjoy a high quality of life with a reasonable cost of living, excellent public services, and a safe, welcoming atmosphere.
• Rich Culture and History: Immerse yourself in the unique Galician culture, explore stunning architecture, exquisite local cuisine, and experience the Camino de Santiago, a pilgrimage route that has shaped the city’s identity for centuries.
• Breathtaking Natural Beauty: Galicia offers a diverse landscape, from rugged coastlines and pristine beaches to lush forests and rolling hills, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities and a healthy work-life balance.
What else do we offer?
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Unprecedented level of training activities and support across HPC and AI disciplines.
• Mobility package to support your move to Santiago de Compostela from abroad.
Join CESGA and become part of a dynamic team at the forefront of scientific discovery. Elevate your research, advance your career, and enjoy an unparalleled quality of life in one of Spain’s most captivating cities.
Contact us today at workwithus@cesga.es to learn how CESGA can help you achieve your research ambitions!