Associate Research Scientist - Fast Hire

We are hiring a focused Associate Research Scientist to join our vibrant team at ICTP - Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics in Trieste.
Growing your career as a Full Time Associate Research Scientist is a terrific opportunity to develop relevant skills.
If you are strong in teamwork, adaptability and have the right drive for the job, then apply for the position of Associate Research Scientist at ICTP - Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics today!

Trieste, Italy

Under overall guidance from the Senior Coordinator (Research & Partnerships) and under the supervision of the Research Scientist coordinating the Unit, the incumbent will carry out research in one of the fields of the Unit, provide mentoring to post-doctoral fellows, visitors and students and serve as their scientific supervisor if needed, and participate in the organization of activities and in the selection of applicants to ICTP programmes and activities related to the Unit.

Essential responsibilities include:

Scientific Research:

• Assist the supervisor by providing scientific and technical input in the definition of research and training projects. Implement research projects related to own field of expertise;
• Provide mentoring to post-doctoral fellows and to Associates, visitors or fellows that collaborate on these research projects and serve as their scientific supervisor as needed;
• Report on the results of the research at major international meetings.

Scientific Organization and Outreach:

• Contribute to strengthening collaboration with scientists from developing countries and identify their scientific needs in areas related to own area of expertise and formulate appropriate recommendations for incorporation within ICTP programmes, in cooperation with the Unit coordinator;
• Participate in the organization of ICTP seminars, schools, workshops, conferences in own field or in closely related fields;
• Participate in the organization of ICTP external activities, predominantly in developing countries, in own field of research that is of interest to the outreach aims of the Unit and more generally to the mission of the ICTP.

Administrative responsibilities:

• Assist the Head of Unit in the application and management of research grants;
• Review applications for ICTP Associateships and short-term and long-term visits and make selection recommendations to the supervisor;
• Organize scientific and training activities and necessary support to researchers in one of the STI Labs to ensure its smooth operation.

COMPETENCIES:

A successful candidate will be required to demonstrate the following competencies:

• Accountability;
• Communication;
• Teamwork;
• Innovation;
• Results focus;
• Planning and organizing;
• Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

• Advanced University degree (Master's Degree or equivalent) in Physics, Engineering, or related disciplines.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of 2 years of professional research experience in one of the following fileds:

• Advanced Scientific Instrumentation for particle physics experiments and experimental multidisciplinary research;
• Ionospheric Physics, Ionospheric Modelling and Space Weather.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multicultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Good analytical skills, ability to collect, synthesize and analyse information from various sources;
• Ability to communicate effectively on complex technical and scientific issues in English.

LANGUAGES:

• Excellent knowledge of written and oral English.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Relevant professional research experience;
• Experience in the design, implementation of scientific projects;
• Experience in the teaching and/or mentoring of undergraduate or postgraduate students;
• Experience in the coordination of scientific training programmes.

LANGUAGES:

• Knowledge of Italian;
• Knowledge of another official UNESCO language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish).

Benefits of working as a Associate Research Scientist in Trieste:

● Learning opportunities
● Advancement opportunities
● Attractive package