Build deeper expertise in research computing: HPC Champions is Durham’s HAI-End initiative for digital Research Technical Professionals (dRTPs) who want to build deep skills and expertise in one particular area.
Applications are now open for HPC Champions, a new initiative from the SHAREing (Durham University) and HAI-End projects. It is designed for Digital Research Technical Professionals who want to build deeper expertise in research computing. You do not need to be an expert to apply.
The first cohort focuses on performance analysis. Participants follow a free, self-paced learning programme covering Unix, HPC fundamentals, C/C++ programming and MPI/OpenMP, drawing on material from DiRAC and Durham. The cohort then meets for hands-on training at the 55th VI-HPS Tuning Workshop at Durham University, 17–20 May 2027. There, participants work with tools such as Score-P, Scalasca and Vampir and apply them to their own code.
Throughout the year, support includes mentoring, pathway design sessions and cohort meet-ups to help fill knowledge gaps before the workshop. Travel and accommodation for the workshop are funded for successful applicants.
Applications close 23 November 2026 at 23:59 UK time.
To find out more and apply, visit the HPC Champions site: https://shareing-dri.github.io/champions/hpc-champions/
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