Consulting
Our Research Computing Consultation Service at the University of Leeds, delivered through our dedicated Research Software Engineers (RSEs), offers a comprehensive range of expert services designed to support researchers throughout the entire lifecycle of their projects.
Experts at your Service
We are a team of Research Software Engineers with a diverse set of skills
Our expertise covers a broad spectrum of computing topics, from database solutions, grid and parallel computing to data science and AI. We have extensive experience of high performance computing and have supported research across the entire University. Our combined experience extends beyond STEM subjects and into the arts and humanities.
Understand Our Service Levels
We are committed to making our RSE expertise accessible to all researchers. General advice, guidance, and grant consultancy are always available at no cost. Whether you need help refining your research ideas, selecting the right tools, or developing a solid bid, our team is here to support you.
For new projects, we understand that initial funding may be limited. Therefore, we offer a limited number of free hours for proof-of-concept work and other pump-priming activities to help you get started.
Typically, access to RSE services for larger pieces of project work is arranged by costing the support into your research grants. Our RSEs are usually costed as Top of Grade 7 or Grade 8 specialist staff under ‘Directly Incurred’ costs, allowing you to tailor the level of support to your project’s needs. This can range from a commitment of 0.2 FTE for one month, to more extensive support from multiple RSEs over a longer period.
Service Catalogue
A more comprehensive service catalogue is available as PDF.
By consulting this catalogue, you can identify the specific support you need from our team to ensure the success of your research, from initial concept through to final dissemination.
Request Support
To begin, simply submit the details of your project in a Research Computing Query (login required).
Include the scope of your project, the technical requirements, and the expected timelines. Once we receive your submission, we will reach out to arrange a one-to-one scoping meeting. During this meeting, we’ll discuss your needs in detail and determine the best way to proceed, ensuring you receive the most effective support for your research.
Case Studies
MESMER XML GUI (MXG) Development
Using HPC to Expose Factors Contributing to Ice Mass Loss in Antarctica
