PROGRAM LEADER

International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis

The International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA, http://www.iiasa.ac.at), located near Vienna, Austria, is seeking a Program Leader for its newly created Water (WAT) Program beginning autumn 2011. The successful candidate will work closely with the Food and Water Area Leader and other Program Leaders to build a team of researchers with a focus on global water security, integrated management of water resources in arid and semi-arid areas, and management of water resources used by multiple jurisdictions and nations. In addition to developing models, databases and analysis capabilities to support IIASA research in the major global problem areas of energy and climate change, food and water, and poverty and equity, the Program Leader will coordinate the allocation of the internal budget for the Water Program and attract external research funding to supplement and expand the core budget and develop international and in-house cooperation and networks on integrated water resource management as it relates to IIASA’s research topics and programs.

Candidates should combine a vision for IIASA’s Water Program with scientific excellence, management and diplomatic skills, and broad experience in interdisciplinary research and policy applications in the international arena.

IIASA is nongovernmental, sponsored by an international consortium of 18 National Member Organizations. Applicants should have excellent written and spoken English, IIASA’s working language. The Institute’s management and staff alike are committed to a working environment that promotes equality, diversity, and tolerance.
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An initial contract of 3 years will be offered with the possibility of extension. IIASA offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and salaries are exempt from taxation in Austria. Review of applications will begin immediately. To apply, email a cover letter, CV, contact details of 3 work-related reference givers and copies of 5 key publications to:

Ms. Alia Harrison, Recruitment Officer
International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA)
Email: harrison@iiasa.ac.at

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