Postdoctoral and Student Researcher Positions

We are fortunate to have funding for postdocs or predoctoral stipends and scholarships for research supervision at NECSI starting immediately or anytime this fall. We are looking for applicants with outstanding training in physics, math or computer science. We value strong writing ability. Candidates should be interested in contributing to a wide range of arenas, including analysis and modeling of

Socio-economic systems relevant to:
-the economic crisis,
-ethnic violence,
-international development, and
-healthcare;

Biological systems relevant to:
-evolution and diversity,
-cellular function, and
-physiology;

Fundamental mathematical advances such as:
-multiscale representations.

Applications (for both pre and postdoctoral positions) should be submitted though the website here.

NECSI Faculty Opening

NECSI seeks an outstanding candidate to become a faculty member on its academic team. This individual will perform research, teach, and oversee postdoctoral and graduate student researchers in the study of diverse areas of complex systems science and its applications. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, ethnic violence, healthcare, evolution and ecology, economics, engineering, networks, systems biology, multiscale method, management, military conflict, negotiation and global development. The new faculty member will enter a dynamic environment and have the opportunity not only to work on unique research, but to impact national and international policy.

Candidates should e-mail curriculum vitae, 2 letters of recommendation, and three publications to complex@necsi.edu.

Science Writer Opening

NECSI seeks a science writer able to follow concept-rich scientific material; write clear, concise prose explaining key ideas; edit, revise, and proofread written materials for popular audiences; and compose written content for scholarly papers, the NECSI Web site, and newsletters. The position also involves administrative tasks, correspondence with colleagues and affiliates, and assisting with research projects. This is a full-time position.

Applicants should be reliable, versatile, self-motivated, and willing to challenge themselves. The right candidate will be able to write in a variety of styles and possess strong research abilities. Technical computer skills, especially with Macs, Web site maintenance, and publishing software is desirable. Applicants should have an interest in influencing policy and making a positive social change. A science background is a plus.

NECSI provides its employees with a unique working environment that can allow the right candidate to develop a broad skill set.

Applicants should e-mail cover letters, resumes, and references to complex@necsi.edu.

Administrative Assistant Opening

NECSI seeks an experienced administrative assistant for program coordination and general office tasks. In addition to answering phones, operating office equipment, and organizing documents, the administrative assistant will help manage NECSI's educational programs. This will involve writing announcements for NECSI events, corresponding with participants, arranging accommodations, and coordinating classroom space.

Applicants should be reliable, detail oriented, self-motivated, and extremely well organized. The right candidate will possess excellent writing skills and a pleasant demeanor. Applicants should be proficient with common office equipment, including phones, photocopiers, and fax machines. Experience with Macs and office software is highly desirable. This is a full time position.

Applicants should e-mail cover letters, resumes, and references to complex@necsi.edu.