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Create a Job

This guide explains how to submit a new job using the Create Job form, including setting application parameters, configuring resources, and entering custom commands.

Step 1: Access the Create Job Form

Navigate to Jobs > Create Job in the platform's menu.

Create Job Button

You will see a form similar to the image below:

Create Job Form

Step 2: Fill in Required Details

Complete the following mandatory fields:

  • Provider: Select your cloud or HPC provider (e.g., AWS).
  • Account: Choose your account for billing or access.
  • Region: Pick the geographic location (e.g., US East N. Virginia).
  • Cluster Name: Select the target cluster.
  • Application: Pick the application to run (required for proper environment).
  • Version & Template: Choose the desired options as per workflow.
  • Run After Job: (Optional) Chain jobs together by specifying a dependency.
  • Working Directory: Enter the full or relative path where batch scripts and outputs will be stored.

Required Details

📝 Note:

For directory browsing, click Browse path to select the location interactively.

Step 3: Choose Job Type

Select either:

  • Single Job: For standalone runs.
  • Batch Job: For grouped, recurring, or workflow jobs.

Job Type

📝 Note:

To create a batch job, please follow the steps explained in the Create Batch Job guide.

Step 4: Configure Submission Mode

Choose how you want to fill parameters: - Form: Use the graphical form interface. - Script: Enter your batch script directly. Job Mode

You can switch modes using the Config toggle.

📝 Note:

To create a script job, please follow the steps explained in the Create Script Job guide.

Step 5: Set Resource Parameters

  • Queue Name: Select the job queue for scheduling resources.
  • Job Name: Enter a descriptive name for your job.
  • QoS Name: (If available) Pick quality-of-service for job priority.
  • Total Tasks: Enter the total number of tasks the HPC scheduler will launch (e.g., 192).
  • CPUs Per Task: Specify the number of processors required per task.
  • Total Nodes: Enter the total number of nodes allocated for the job (e.g., 6).
  • Tasks Per Node: Enter the number of tasks that can be executed on a single node (e.g., 1).
  • Memory (GB): Specify the total memory per node (e.g., 256 GB). Use 0 if unlimited.
  • Max Job Runtime: Specify the maximum runtime for the job (e.g., 48:00 Hrs).
  • Command: Enter the command or script to be executed.

Job Parameters

Step 6: Review and Submit

After completing all required fields:

  • Click Continue to proceed.
  • Review your input — especially resource settings.

Job submission

📝 Note:
  • To edit the form, click Continue, make the required changes in the field or command, and then click Continue again.
  • When you edit a field, the button automatically switches from Submit to Continue.

Step 7: Budget Validation

Click Continue.
The system will validate if the required budget is available.

Budget Validation

Step 8: Submit the Job

Once validation passes, click Submit.

A success message will confirm job submission along with a Job ID.

Job Submitted

Step 9: Track Jobs

Monitor submitted jobs in the Jobs dashboard. Status indicators include: - Queued - Running - Completed - Failed

Job List

📝 Note:
  • To view detailed information about jobs, please follow the steps explained in the Job Details guide.
    General Notes
  • Use Create Job for all new job submissions.
  • For workflow-based or dependent jobs, use Create Routing Job.
  • If any field is unclear or the form does not submit, double-check all mandatory fields and the working directory path.
  • For job failures or workflow errors, consult log files attached to each job record.
  • For persistent issues, or if you need guidance on a field, reach out to the Admin for support.