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Programmer II
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Job ID 75491
Job Funding Source Work-Study, Non-Work-Study, Remote
Employer Engineering, College of
Category Professional/Administrative
Job Description

The Center for Complex Particle Systems (COMPASS) is seeking a motivated student to join our computational research team. This paid position focuses on the further development and consolidation of StructuralGT, a critical software package used by researchers across 9 institutions to translate complex material images (SEM, TEM, and optical) into mathematical graphs. The successful candidate will be responsible for merging software versions into a robust, unified package under the guidance of the Center Director.
Educational Value

COMPASS is an NSF Science and Technology Center at the University of Michigan dedicated to building a new discipline by bridging graph theory with materials science. We offer a vibrant, interdisciplinary research culture that prioritizes professional development and mentorship for junior scientists.
Job Requirements

• Combine multiple existing versions of StructuralGT (including v1.0 and v3.5.1+) into a single, high-performance

  repository to ensure feature parity and stability.

• Work under the guidance of COMPASS PIs and graduate "Power Users" to further implement new software features.

• Work under the guidance of COMPASS PIs and graduate "Power Users" to test the software against diverse material

  systems. 

• Proficient in Python (knowledge of C++ integration is a plus).

• Very Good communication skills for documenting code and participating in peer-led technical training.

• Preferred Experience with scientific computing libraries such as NumPy, NetworkX, OpenCV, and Matplotlib.
Hourly Rate $17.00/hour to $26.00/hour
Hours 20.0 hours per week
Time Frame Fall/Winter/Spring/Summer
Start Date Monday, August 24, 2026
End Date At completion of project
Primary Contact Catrina Hamilton
Primary Contact's Email catrinal@umich.edu
Supervisor Elena della Valle
Work Location hybrid, flexible schedule, in-person location will be: NCRC Bldg. 10 ~ Room G050 2800 Plymouth Road Ann Arbor, MI 48105
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