29 Feb 2024
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
University of Iceland- Department
The Mathematics Division at the Science Institute- Research Field
Physics » Mathematical physics- Researcher Profile
Recognised Researcher (R2)- Country
Iceland- Application Deadline
2 Apr 2024 - 11:59 (Atlantic/Reykjavik)- Type of Contract
Temporary- Job Status
Full-time- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by an EU programme- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No
Offer Description
The Mathematics Division at the Science Institute of the University of Iceland seeks applicants to fill a full time Research Scientist position in mathematical physics.
Main tasks
The successful candidate is expected to develop an internationally recognized independent research program.
The Mathematics Division is the forum for research in pure and applied mathematics, mathematical physics, and statistics at the University of Iceland (see https://math.hi.is ).
Requirements
- Research Field
- Physics » Mathematical physics
- Education Level
- PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
- Ph.D. degree in mathematics, mathematical physics, or a related field.
- Strong international research activity.
- Experience in obtaining funding for research.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English.
The hiring process will focus on identifying candidates who are best suited to the circumstances and needs of the Science Institute but consideration will be taken of how well the applicant´s research fits with the principal research areas in mathematical physics in the Mathematics Division.
- Languages
- ENGLISH
- Level
- Excellent
Additional Information
Additional comments
Wages according to the current collective agreement by the Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs and Félag háskólakennara.
The tentative starting date is June 1st 2024, although not until after the work, of the committees involved in the recruitment process, is finished.
Applicants are required to submit the following documents with their application:
1. Cover letter where it is stated how the applicant meets the qualification requirements.
2. Certificates of education
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. List of publications
5. Report on scholarly work and other work they carried out.
6. Outline of proposed research plan, if hired.
7. Contact information for three referees willing to provide a reference.
The applicant must list up to eight of their most important publications in relation to this position. The applicant must include a copy of these publications along with the application or indicate where they can be accessed electronically. When multiple authors are listed in a publication, the applicant must include an account of their contribution to the publication. Applications and accompanying documents, which are not submitted in electronic form, must be sent in duplicate to the Division of Science and Innovation, University of Iceland, Main Building, Sæmundargata 2, 101 Reykjavik, Iceland.
The successful candidate will be hired for five years with the possibility of a permanent contract at the end of this period, cf. paragraph 3, Article 31 of the Regulation for the University of Iceland no. 569/2009.
Processing of applications, evaluation of applicants' competence and hiring shall be in accordance with the Act on Public Higher Education Institutions no. 85/2008 and the Regulation for the University of Iceland no. 569/2009.
All applications will be answered and applicants will be informed about the appointment when a decision has been made. Applications may be valid for six months.
Appointments to positions at the University of Iceland are made in consideration of the Equal Rights Policy of the University of Iceland.
The University of Iceland has a special Language Policy .
The University of Iceland is a growing community of knowledge and is a very dynamic and interesting workplace. Our values are academic freedom, professionalism and equality. The University strives to provide flexibility and encourages participation in the progression of the studies and research in all fields within the realm of the University.
The School of Engineering and Natural Sciences employs ca. 390 people involved with teaching and research. The School offers an international working environment, with the number of international employees and students increasing each year. Currently about a quarter of all employees and graduate students are international, and that number is increasing each year.
The academic staff at the Science Institute totals over 60 individuals, teachers and research scientists. The Science Institute provides research facilities for faculty members within chemistry, physics, mathematics and geosciences.
Job percentage: 100%
Application deadline until end of: 02.04.2024
More info provided by
Gunnar Stefánsson - [email protected]
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- University of Iceland
- Country
- Iceland
- Geofield
Where to apply
- Website
https://radningarkerfi.orri.is/?s=36730&oj_Router=1N4IgTg9hAuIFwgPwGcC8BmAbAdnQ…
Contact
- City
Reykjavík- Website
http://www.hi.is- Street
Sæmundargata 6- Postal Code
101
[email protected]
STATUS: EXPIRED
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