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Enabling New Pathways for Research Software Engineers: Three Years of the UNIVERSE-HPC Project

Year: 2025

Type: conference-paper

Abstract: Research now often relies on computational methods and software. Increasingly, those with the new professional role of Research Software Engineer (RSE) are applying software engineering expertise to research problems. However, diverse backgrounds and lack of defined entry points and pathways make it harder for RSEs to develop their careers through training and education. The UNIVERSE-HPC project has worked to identify the key challenges, and developed a framework for RSE Education and Training, a platform for hosting and managing training, and innovative ways of integrating and delivering it in more accessible formats. To make RSE skills and careers more accessible, the education and training ecosystem needs to be easier to navigate. This work includes some recommendations.

DOI: 10.1145/3708035.3736008

Authors: Weronika Filinger, Neil Chue Hong, Stephen Crouch, Martin Robinson, Jeremy Cohen, David Henty

Institutions: University of Edinburgh, University of Southampton, University of Oxford, Imperial College London

Language: English

Topic: Scientific Computing and Data Management

Subfield: Information Systems and Management

Field: Decision Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Quality education, Industry, innovation and infrastructure, Reduced inequalities

Open Access status: gold

OpenAlex ID: W4413059388

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