ICTP Seeks Faculty

ICTP seeks applications for a faculty position in quantitative biology starting from 1 October 2013.
 
ICTP, based in Trieste, Italy, provides a top-class, multi-disciplinary research environment in theoretical sciences, with cutting-edge research, education and training, and it has been a driving force behind global efforts for the advancement of science in the developing world. We are now seeking to establish a new research section in quantitative biology in order to respond to the theoretical challenges arising from recent advances in large-scale experiments in biology and neurosciences. The programme will be open to, and actively seeking collaborations with, external partners.
 
Areas of interest include: biological networks; genomics, transcriptomics and proteomics; bioinformatics, machine learning and statistical inference approaches to biological systems; population genetics and evolution biology; and systems and computational neuroscience.
 
The successful applicant will play a leading role in establishing the new section, promoting cutting-edge research in quantitative biology, and supervising graduate students. Applicants should have an outstanding international reputation and a solid track record in obtaining external funding.
 
The position will be at the P3 UNESCO level, with a starting salary of $89200. Other benefits include family allowance, home travel, education grant for dependent children, pension plan and medical insurance. Applicants should submit their application through the UNESCO website before 4 June 2013. For further information please contact qbio@ictp.it.