Associate Research Scientist (Applied AI)

UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization - UNESCO

Staff Closes 12 May 2026 6 days left

Overview

Provide technical expertise in applied AI to assist research scientists in implementing methods in their research software and conduct research in related fields. Contribute to ICTP’s training programmes.


Key Responsibilities
  • Undertake front line research in Applied AI.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of research projects related to Applied AI.
  • Provide guidance and mentoring to students and post-doctoral fellows.
  • Report on the results of the research at major international meetings.
  • Establish collaborations with scientists from developing countries.
  • Organize and contribute to ICTP seminars, schools, workshops, conferences in Applied AI.
  • Provide technical expertise to the MHPC Scientific Council.
  • Coordinate the MHPC curricula of all courses related to applied AI.
  • Assist ICTP scientists and the ICTP scientific community on issues related to Applied AI.
  • Collaborate with ICTP scientists in the preparation of research grant proposals.
Required Experience

At least 2 years of relevant professional experience in Applied AI and advanced parallel programming, preferably in an international environment, and familiarity with large-scale computational infrastructures.

Qualifications

Advanced university degree (PhD or equivalent) in Physics, Computer Sciences, Mathematics, or related disciplines.

Other Details
Languages Required
Excellent knowledge (spoken and written) of English.
Languages Preferred
Knowledge of Italian or another UN official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish).
Contract Duration
1 year
Work Modality
Not specified
Remuneration
The approximate annual starting salary for this post is 72 747 EUR.
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