AI Institute Director
AI Institute Director
BSC - Barcelona Supercomputing Center
Barcelona, Spain
Context And Mission
The Barcelona Supercomputing Center (BSC-CNS) is establishing a new Institute of Artificial Intelligence (AI Institute) and is seeking an experienced and dynamic AI Institute Director. Reporting to the BSC Executive Board, the selected candidate will lead the Institute's operations and strategic vision, driving research at the intersection of High-Performance Computing (HPC) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). The primary mission of this role is to position BSC-CNS as a global leader in HPC and AI, leveraging BSC’s commitment to innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a "learning by doing" approach.
Key Duties
Institute Leadership and Coordination:
- Oversee the creation and operational management of the BSC AI Institute, promoting a culture of innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Lead integration of research efforts across hardware, software, and model applications to advance AI and HPC technologies.
Strategic Development:
- Develop and execute strategic plans to establish BSC-CNS as a recognized leader in AI and HPC.
- Coordinate and promote BSC-CNS's large international activities.
Research Coordination:
- Drive synergy among BSC-CNS research groups to increase the impact and visibility of AI research efforts.
- Represent BSC-CNS in high-profile international research agreements and collaborations with institutions including Argonne and Columbia University (USA), Riken (Japan), Inpex, IISC (India), and C-DAC (India).
Program Management:
- Oversee training and development programs across BSC’s research departments, aligning professional development initiatives with HPC and AI convergence.
- Collaborate in developing, deploying, and managing AI Factory initiative, focusing on providing advanced AI capabilities and resources to support research, innovation, and collaboration across various sectors.
Requirements
Education:
- A Ph.D. in Computer Science, AI, HPC, or a related field.
Essential Knowledge and Professional Experience:
- 8+ years of leadership experience managing research institutes or large-scale AI/HPC projects.
- Proven expertise in AI and HPC research with a strong record of interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Demonstrated experience in international collaborations and the management of research partnerships.
Additional Knowledge and Professional Experience:
- Fluency in English is essential. Proficiency in Spanish and other European languages would be advantageous.
- Experience working with and managing large-scale AI models and complex research consortia.
- Background in fostering an environment of innovation, particularly within AI/HPC sectors.
- Familiarity with strategic planning and execution within research-focused organizations.
Competences:
- An inclusive leadership approach and strategic planning abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse international teams and stakeholders.
- A commitment to fostering a collaborative and innovative research environment.
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