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Posted on August 23, 2009

Postdoctoral Scientist (social-ecological modeling / computational social science)
University of Alaska Anchorage

Position Description:
The Resilience and Adaptive Management Group at the University of Alaska Anchorage in conjunction with the Institute of Northern Engineering at the University of Alaska Fairbanks invites applications for a Post Doctoral Fellow to perform computational research related to computer visualization, modeling, and development of social-ecological assessment tools. The successful candidate will work with social and environmental scientists as well as engineers in developing analytical tools related to water and society.

Qualifications:
Requirements include a PhD degree (already received, or having completed all requirements and waiting graduation) that applies or utilizes computational approaches or techniques (e.g., modeling approaches, computer visualization, or Open Source GIS). The successful candidate should have familiarity with agent-based, stochastic, evolutionary, or game theory modeling techniques. Programming languages desired include Java, C, or C++. Experience with data visualization is a plus. Candidate should have the ability to work independently while functioning as part of a research team. Publications on social or ecological modeling are a plus.

The position is based in Anchorage, Alaska and is available immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

For further information contact: Dr. Andy Kliskey, University of Alaska Anchorage. T:(907)786-1136


Posted on July 22, 2009

Research Associate/Research Assistant Professor
Department of Preventive Medicine and Epidemiology at Loyola University Chicago

Position Description:
We are seeking applicants for a research associate or research assistant professor (research track) to join our group of innovative public health researchers in the Department of Preventive Medicine and Epidemiology at Loyola University Chicago. Up to five years of funding is available to support the position. The research assistant professor position requires a minimum of first authorship of peer-reviewed publications; the research associate position requires potential to contribute to analyses and publications. The research assistant professor position offers the opportunity to submit grant proposals as Principal Investigator, allowing for transition to independent researcher status.

Qualifications:
Required qualifications include a doctorate in epidemiology, sociology, biostatistics, computer science/engineering, or related field; we will consider someone who is ABD or has a terminal MS or MPH and the right skill set. Requires excellent quantitative and/or object- oriented programming skills; and some experience with the concepts or methods of complex systems modeling (social network analysis, dynamic systems modeling, agent based modeling, etc.). Knowledge of geographic information systems, multilevel modeling, nutrition, physical activity, or obesity is an advantage, but not required. Experience using social network analysis software (Sienna, Ucinet, Pajek, etc.) and/or agent-based modeling software (NetLogo, Repast Simphony) is a big plus.

Anticipated start date is October, 2009.

General questions about the position may be sent to Dr. David Shoham: dshoham@lumc.edu


Posted on December 9, 2008

Researcher/PostDoc/Internship positions in Barcelona
Telefonica Research Lab, Barcelona
Internet Systems Group
Telefonica Research Lab, Barcelona started in November 2006 and is now growing strong. We are looking to fill a variety of positions including outstanding Researchers and PostDocs in the areas of distributed systems and networks (systems, p2p/content distribution, social networks, databases/storage, fault tolerance, wireless networks, graph theory, complex networks). We are a multi-disciplinary team composed of researchers in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering.

We also accept intern applications all year around and we have slots for short-term as well as long-term academic visitors.
To apply for a position, please send an e-mail to careers_research@tid.es with your cv, research statement, cover letter, and two reference letters.
We offer competitive packages and the opportunity to join a growing and fast pace lab in an open and collaborative research environment.


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Updated July 22, 2009