Associate Research Officer (Mathematics)

United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization

Location:
Trieste, Italy
Grade:
P-2
Category:
Professional Staff
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The Associate Research Officer will undertake world-class research in mathematics and assist in planning and implementing scientific activities at the Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics. The role involves research, organizing scientific events, reviewing applications, and teaching in the Diploma Course Programme in Mathematics.

Responsibilities

  • Undertake front-line research in mathematics, including topics such as Partial Differential Equations, Algebraic and Differential Geometry, Probability and Statistics, Algebra, Analysis, Number Theory and Dynamical Systems, as well as the interactions between these fields and Computing.
  • Organize seminars, schools, workshops, conferences and topical meetings, and select participants for these activities.
  • Review applications for postdoctoral positions, Associateships, Diploma Courses, and short-term and long-term visits.
  • Teach, as required, in the Diploma Course Programme in Mathematics, and collaborate with Associates and other visitors to the Centre, in particular those from developing countries.
  • Perform additional activities as may be required to ensure the success of the work of the Mathematics Section.

Requirements

  • PhD in Mathematics, Physics or in a related field.
  • At least two (2) years of relevant research experience in pure mathematics or a related area, with a documented record of excellence in research.
  • Proven ability to conduct independent, front-line research and to publish in peer-reviewed international scientific journals.
  • Ability to perform top world-class research in any one of the fields of interest of the present post.
  • Ability to work in a multicultural environment and as part of a team.
  • Excellent knowledge (oral and written) of English.

Skills

  • Pure Mathematics Research
  • Independent Research
  • Scientific Publishing
  • Mathematics Teaching
  • Research Planning
  • Scientific Event Management
  • Application Review
  • Multi-cultural Team Collaboration
  • English Language Proficiency

Languages

English