Tenure Track position for a Mathematical Modeller of Infectious Diseases at Bruno Kessler Found[]

FBK is a private research institution devoted to excellence in research in numerous disciplines and designated to the role of keeping the Autonomous Province of Trento in the mainstream of European and international research. Each research area is assigned to a specific research centre, of which there are eleven totals. Information regarding the research centres, their activities and production is available at http://www.fbk.eu/research-centers . The FBK Health Emergencies Centre has an extensive range of scientific expertise in the epidemiology and modelling of infectious diseases. Its main focuses are: mathematical and statistical modelling of infectious diseases transmission; epidemiology of emerging infectious diseases; evaluation of mitigation/containment policies; effect of population heterogeneity, contact patterns and human mobility on the spread of infectious diseases; Job Description The purpose of FBK’s Tenure Track program is to offer high-level professionals the opportunity to pursue a structured career path to become tenured researchers contributing to the organization's long-term strategy. Within this framework, FBK is looking to cover the position with a dynamic, highly motivated, independent Modeller of Infectious Diseases; the candidate will work within the Centre, reporting directly to the Director. The successful candidate will be involved as a modeler in several research projects. The projects will require developing predictive solutions based on epidemiological and genomic data analysis of infectious diseases for a wide range of applications. The candidate is expected to be familiar with state-of-the-art machine learning and complex network techniques. The projects will be agreed upon with the center's senior staff, who will also consider the applicant's interests and expertise. FBK actively seeks diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is also committed to promoting gender equality. To promote the inclusion of disabled staff as per law 68/99, the Foundation is available and interested in evaluating the applications received for technical-scientific domains that do not correspond exactly to this call. Job Requirements PhD in one of the following areas: mathematics, physics, informatics, biology, or a similarly quantitative discipline; Research experience in machine learning and complex network techniques, with applications to genomic and epidemiological data; A relevant record of publications in high-impact journals in the fields of the proposal position; Ability to design and coordinate the development of pipelines of data analysis and AI solutions; Proven experience in python or R stack for scientific programming and deep learning; Good knowledge and proficiency in the English language; Additional Requirements Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Good team working attitude; Good self-organization and autonomous operation; Employment Type of contract: Tenure Track position leading to an FBK 3nd Level Researcher (R3) permanent contract. Duration: The maximum duration of the Tenure Track contract is up to 5 years (which may be reduced in accordance with the Committee assessment on the candidate's abilities and skills). If the final assessment of the Tenure Track experience is positive, the selected candidate for the tenure track position will be offered a permanent R3 contract. Working hours: full time (38 h per week). Gross annual salary: 44.000 € (plus objectives achievement bonus). Start date: April 2025. Workplace: Povo, Trento (Italy). Benefits: flexi-time, company subsidised cafeteria or meal vouchers, internal car park, welcome office support for visa formalities, accommodation, supplementary pension and health fund, training courses, public transport, sports facilities, language courses fees. Further details at https://www.fbk.eu/en/work-with-us/ . Application Interested candidates are requested to submit their application by completing the online form ( https://hr.fbk.eu/en/jobs ). Please make sure that your application contains the following attachments (in pdf format): Detailed CV; Motivational letter; Statement of Research Interests; Application deadline: 11th of February 2025. Please read our Regulations “Guidelines for Tenure Track positions” and Tenure Track FAQ before completing your application. For further information or technical issues regarding the application, please contact the Human Resources Service at tenuretrackfbk.eu . J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: trento, IT

Posted Date: 2/4/2025