Head of Section (Mathematics) / Senior Research Scientist
Natural Sciences Sector (SC) · Trieste · Apply by November 6, 2026
About this role
Head of Section (Mathematics) / Senior Research Scientist OVERVIEW Position Number: 1ITSC 0810TP Grade: P-5 Parent Sector: Natural Sciences Sector (SC) Duty Station: Trieste Job Family: Natural Sciences Contract Type: Fixed Term Duration of contract: 2 years, renewable Recruitment open to: Internal and external candidates Application deadline (Midnight Paris Time): 09/11/2026 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, ProfessionalismORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT Founded in 1964 by the late Nobel Laureate Abdus Salam and located in Trieste (Italy), the Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) seeks to accomplish its mandate by providing scientists from developing countries with the continuing education and skills that they need to enjoy long and productive careers. OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST Under the supervision of the Director of The Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP), and the coordination of the Senior Coordinator (Research and Partnerships), the incumbent will lead the Mathematics Section of ICTP, supervising a team of 10-15 research scientists, defining new research directions,…