UNESCO ICTP Associate Research Officer (Mathematics) Job in Trieste, Italy
UNESCO's Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) is hiring an Associate Research Officer in Mathematics (P-2) in Trieste, Italy, with a salary of about US$72,131 a year. Apply by 9 November 2026.
What Is This Opportunity?
The Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP), a UNESCO institute in Trieste, Italy, is hiring an Associate Research Officer in Mathematics at the P-2 level.
ICTP is a world-famous research centre that supports scientists from developing countries. In this role, you'll do your own front-line research in mathematics and help run ICTP's scientific programmes, including schools, workshops and conferences.
Important Dates
- Application deadline: 9 November 2026 (midnight, Paris time)
- Contract: Project appointment, 1 year
- Duty station: Trieste, Italy
What You'll Do
- Carry out research in mathematics, in areas such as differential equations, geometry, probability and statistics, algebra, analysis, number theory and dynamical systems
- Organise seminars, schools, workshops and conferences
- Review applications for postdoc positions, Associateships and visits
- Teach in ICTP's Postgraduate Diploma Programme in Mathematics
- Collaborate with visiting scientists, especially from developing countries
Who Can Apply?
- A PhD in Mathematics, Physics or a related field
- At least 2 years of research experience in pure mathematics or a related area
- A strong research record
- Excellent English, both written and spoken
Nice to have:
- Publications in peer-reviewed journals
- The ability to do independent, world-class research
- Experience working in multicultural teams
Candidates from under-represented countries, minority and Indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
What You Get
- Starting salary: about US$72,131 a year
- 30 days of annual leave
- Medical insurance and a pension plan
- Family allowance, where applicable
- Work at one of the world's leading centres for theoretical science
- A chance to support scientists from around the world
How to Apply
- Create an account on the UNESCO Careers website.
- Fill in your profile and the online application form carefully, because you can't edit it after submitting.
- Submit before 9 November 2026.
The selection process may include a written test, a video interview, a panel interview and reference checks.
Note: UNESCO never charges a fee at any stage of recruitment.
Simple Tips
- Highlight your strongest publications and research results.
- Mention any experience organising workshops, schools or seminars.
- Show your interest in supporting scientists from developing countries.
- If you've taught at university level, include it.
- Keep scanned copies of your degrees ready in case you're shortlisted.
Apply Here
- Job posting: https://careers.unesco.org/job/Trieste-Associate-Research-Officer-%28Mathematics%29/1374885957/
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| Organization | UNESCO – ICTP | | Region | Trieste, Italy (Europe) | | Deadline | 9 November 2026 | | Level | P-2 (PhD + 2 years' research experience) | | Funding | Paid job (~US$72,131/year) |
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