The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences – Research (AIMS Research Program)is pleased to invite prospective postdoctoral fellows who hold a Ph.D. degree in any mathematical science discipline to apply for one of fifteen postdoctoral fellowships available through the AIMS Postdoctoral Research Fellows Program in climate change science. Further, This is in response to an urgent need to increase the number of high-end researchers who, with limited supervision, can conduct cutting-edge mathematical science research in Africa.

Moreover, AIMS postdoctoral research fellows in climate change science will each benefit from the financial support of up to CAD 32,000 per annum for a maximum duration of two years, extendable subject to approval. Additionally, They will be based at one of the seven existing AIMS Research Centres, including Quantum Leap Africa. Also, Funding will be provided for fellows and their supervisors to attend one research school that will take place at AIMS Rwanda.

Eligibility

• Candidates can be from any country.
• Applicants must hold at least a Ph.D. degree (or a recognized equivalent) in any field related to mathematical sciences before the start date of this position.
• Knowledge/interest in mathematical modeling would be an advantage.
• Be willing to conduct their research at their preferred AIMS Research Centre, or a designated partner institution in the same host country. The designated partner institution could be an academic/research institution or a non-academic institution (e.g. industry).

Benefits

This is a two-year extendable research position

with a maximum total cost: AIMS of CAD 32,000 per annum.

• The cost includes a return flight ticket from the candidate’s home/institution to the AIMS Research Centre,
• Tuition (if applicable),
• visa application,
• accommodation,
• living support, and
• Health insurance.

How to Apply

Applications submitted: through the online form Including the following supporting documents:

• completed personal details form,
• a completed research proposal form,
• a letter of motivation which outlines why you should be offered this position,
• most recent transcripts and attestation, and
• a current CV.

Your supporting documents should be ready for submission before you complete the online application form.

Selection and Award

Applications shall be vetted by a committee consisting of expert researchers from AIMS. Additionally, at least one external expert, and a representative from the AIMS Global Secretariat. Further, Information Regarding Selection in the official site.