The Santa Fe Institute, New Mexico is a private, not-for-profit, independent research and education center founded in 1984, for multidisciplinary collaborations in the physical, biological, computational, and social sciences. Understanding of complex adaptive systems is critical to addressing key environmental, technological, biological, economic, and political challenges.
Renowned scientists and researchers come to Santa Fe Institute from universities, government agencies, research institutes, and private industry to collaborate in attempts to uncover the mechanisms that underlie the deep simplicity present in our complex world.
The institute beginning September 14 will start accepting applications for the Omidyar Post-doctoral Fellowship from candidates all over the world to conduct research in any discipline.
The Omidyar Fellowship at the Santa Fe Institute is unique among postdoctoral appointments. The Institute has no formal programs or departments. Research is collaborative and spans the physical, natural, and social sciences. Most research is theoretical and/or computational in nature, although some research includes an empirical component. SFI averages 15 resident faculty, 95 external faculty, and 250 visitors per year.
Eligibility Requirements:
- any nationality or country
- a Ph.D. in any discipline (or expected Ph.D. by September 2012)
- computational and quantitative skills
- an exemplary academic record
- a proven ability to work independently and collaboratively
- a demonstrated interest in multidisciplinary research
- evidence of the ability to think outside traditional paradigms
- women and minorities are encouraged to apply
Fellowship Provisions and Benefits
The Omidyar Fellowship at the Santa Fe Institute offers:
- unparalleled intellectual freedom
- transdisciplinary collaboration with leading researchers worldwide
- up to three years in residence in Santa Fe, New Mexico
- competitive salary and generous benefits
- discretionary research and collaboration funds
- individualized mentorship and preparation for your next leadership role
- an intimate, creative work environment with an expansive sky
Last date for submission of applications is November 1, 2011
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