Supporting Research Innovation at SFU
Research Computing Group at Simon Fraser University empowers researchers by providing the digital infrastructure, computing platforms, and expert support they need to advance discovery.
From high-performance computing to research software development, our mission is to help SFU researchers work more efficiently, collaborate more effectively, and focus on what matters most—their research.
In short, we provide the hardware, software, and expertise researchers need to get the job done.
About Us
Research Computing Group (RCG) empowers researchers at Simon Fraser University by providing expertise and access to High-Performance Computing platforms and digital research infrastructure at local, regional, and national levels.
Our Mission
We partner with SFU-led research projects by connecting them with expert members of our research computing team—including software developers, system administrators, and subject matter experts—to design and build custom software and platforms. Using development and operational best practices, we help accelerate research outcomes through close collaboration and tailored technical solutions.
Accelerate Research Timelines
We streamline the technical side of research—deploying computing environments, configuring workflows, and optimizing performance—to accelerate the path from experiment to publication.
Access to Expert Knowledge
Researchers tap into a team of system administrators, software developers, HPC specialists, and data experts who act as trusted collaborators, not just service providers.
Scalable Infrastructure
We give researchers access to high-performance computing clusters, storage systems, and cloud platforms that scale with their needs—local, regional, and nationally.
Compliance and Best Practices
We help researchers adopt secure, compliant, and reproducible research practices—especially important when dealing with sensitive data or funder requirements.
Services
The Research Computing Group supports data-driven research with the tools, systems, and expertise researchers need. Whether you're using high-performance computing, working with large datasets, exploring cloud technologies, or looking to get trained on the latest tools—we're here to help.
Advanced Research Computing
Access local and national High-Performance Computing resources
Cloud Computing
Access cloud resources locally, regionally and nationally for all types of data-intensive research needs
Research Computing Training
Courses on many advanced research computing topics offered locally and across Western Canada that can be tailored for smaller or larger groups
Research Data Management
Training and resources to help researchers manage their data throughout the research lifecycle
Research Data Storage
Store data of any size safely and securely with options to support researcher needs
Research Software
Access software and platform development for research groups as well as software packages on local and national systems
Meet The Team
Behind every platform, cluster, and consultation is a dedicated team of system analysts, software developers, instructors, and research facilitators.
Whether you need help architecting a cloud workflow, optimizing code for HPC, or designing a data management strategy, we’re here to help at every step.
Contact Information
Have a question, need technical support, or want to explore how we can help with your research? The Research Computing Group is here to assist with infrastructure access, software development, data management, and more. Whether you're just getting started or deep into a project, our team is ready to help.
Address
Applied Science Building - Big Data Hub
8888 University Dr., Burnaby, BC, Canada, V5A 1S6
Email Us
research-support@sfu.ca
Email Us
Staff are available Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm Pacific time excluding holidays.