Abdul Salam International Centre for theoretical Physic (ICTP) seeks applications for a postdoctoral position starting January 2022 from outstanding young scientists with a strong research record.
The position is in the Information and Communications Technology Section (ICTS) in the area of High-Performance Computing (HPC), with a focus on Cloud Computing Infrastructure (private, public and hybrid) as well as Cloud Identity and Access Management for scientific use and application of Cloud Computing including Artificial Intelligence. The HPC team is expected to provide training on Scientific Cloud Computing and related topics as well as support ICTP researchers in the use of Cloud Computing tools, applications and platforms for Scientific Research.
The ICTS, in collaboration with ICTP’s scientific sections, provides a vibrant international research environment with an intense programme of workshops, conferences, close collaborations with local and international scientific institutions. Postdoctoral fellows are also encouraged and supported, to participate in activities in developing countries in order to promote ICTP’s mission.
Duration: 2 Years
Benefits
The take-home monthly salary will be in the range of 2,100 – 2,700 EUR (depending on seniority).
Additional benefits include;
- health insurance,
- a pension contribution, and
- special allowances for family members.
Job Requirements
The following are the requirements for ICTP Postdoc Position
- Fellows must have completed a PhD in Computing or Engineering or related disciplines prior to the start of their fellowship.
- They must have prior practical experience in the deployment of Cloud Computing platforms and solutions and be able to carry out active, independent and multidisciplinary research.
- Candidates who have experience in above mentioned research/focus areas and who obtained their PhD after 2015 will be given priority
Application Process
Applications should include;
- a cover letter,
- an updated CV including the full list of publications,
- a statement of research interests, and
- two or more letters of recommendation.
Deadline: November 19, 2021.
For more information about the ICTP Postdoc Position, visit the official site.