Postdoctoral Fellow

Complex Systems Society; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University invites applications for an open postdoctoral position in the Center for Complex Networks and Systems Research (CNetS). The appointment starts in June 2016 for one year and may be renewed for up to two additional years, subject to funding and performance.

The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary team of researchers and work with Prof. Filippo Radicchi on studying critical processes in networks of networks, using big data and large-scale simulations.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics or Applied Mathematics is required.
• Strong background in the analysis and modeling of complex systems and networks.
• Solid programming skills necessary to handle big data and develop large-scale simulations.

Responsibilities

• Study critical processes in networks of networks.
• Join an interdisciplinary team of computer, physical, and cognitive scientists.
• Collaborate with Prof. Filippo Radicchi to advance research and publish results.

Skills

Strong background in analysis & models

Programming skills for big data/sim.

Education

PhD in Physics or Applied Math

Job description

Position Overview

The Center for Complex Networks and Systems Research (CNetS.indiana.edu) invites an open postdoctoral position to study critical processes in networks of networks. The appointment starts in June 2016 for one year and is renewable for up to two additional years, subject to funding and performance. The salary is competitive and benefits are generous.

Working Environment

The postdoc will join a dynamic and interdisciplinary team of computer, physical, and cognitive scientists and work with Prof. Filippo Radicchi (homes.soic.indiana.edu/filiradi/).

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Physics or Applied Mathematics.
• Strong background in the analysis and modeling of complex systems and networks.
• Solid programming skills necessary to handle big data and develop large-scale simulations.

Appointment Details

Rank: Postdoctoral Fellow (RSP). Appointment type: Twelve-month non‑tenure track appointment subject to satisfactory performance and funding. Potential to be extended annually for a maximum term of 3 years. Position is currently funded for three years.

Start Date

Ideal start date: June 1, 2016. Application deadline: May 15, 2016.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.