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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><b><span style="color:#156082">[Apologies for cross-posting]</span></b><b><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><b><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><span lang="EN-US" style="color:#156082">The School of Applied Mathematics at Fundação Getulio Vargas (FGV EMAp) in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, invites applications for one open-rank faculty position in Data Science
to strengthen and complement our existing research activity in this area.</span><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><span lang="EN-US" style="color:#156082">We are looking for established researchers (associate/full professor) or outstanding young researchers (assistant professor) who have demonstrated research and teaching
expertise in Data Science. We will prioritize applicants whose research focuses on natural language processing, computer vision, reinforcement learning, network science and data mining, but we also welcome applications from other fields in Data Science.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><span lang="EN-US" style="color:#156082">The successful candidate is expected to develop an externally funded research programme, publish in high-impact venues, supervise research (postgraduate) students, teach
at both undergraduate and graduate levels, and provide service to the department and institution. In general, teaching duties consist of two courses per year, one at Undergraduate and one at Graduate level. Peer-reviewed external funding is expected to be
obtained and sustained. Industrial partnerships are also strongly encouraged. <o:p>
</o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><a name="_ibujlmj0rw6q"></a><b><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082">Qualifications<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082">The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related discipline, at the time of the appointment. At the assistant professor level, the applicant
is expected to have a compatible track of publications and strong potential for publishing in top ranked venues. At higher levels (associate or full professor) the applicant is expected to have an established line of research with a strong publication record,
proven ability to attract external funding, and an established research network.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><span lang="EN-US" style="color:#156082">The successful candidate will also possess excellent communication and presentation skills, being capable of teaching both undergraduate and postgraduate students across
our portfolio of Data Science courses. Fluence in Portuguese is desirable, but not required. However, by the end of the second year the applicant may be required to teach in Portuguese.</span><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><b><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082">Start-up package<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><span lang="EN-US" style="color:#156082">A generous package is available to provide the necessary resources for starting a successful independent research programme. These include computational infrastructure,
lab space as well as postdoctoral positions and support for graduate students. There is also the possibility to apply internally for core-funded projects. During the first year, it will be possible to arrange for a reduced teaching load.</span><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><b><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082">Salary and Benefits<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082">We offer an internationally competitive salary commensurate with level of appointment – gross monthly salary ranges from R$
</span><span style="color:#156082">20,300</span><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082"> to R$ 39,400 (4,050-7,900 USD), which is higher than any similar academic institution in Brazil. The benefits include health and dental plans, support for young children’s
education and private pension fund.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><b><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082">Application<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082">All the application material must be in English. Applicants should send their applications to emap_position@fgv.br including:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<ol style="margin-top:0cm" start="1" type="1">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#156082;margin-bottom:3.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
<span lang="EN-US">a cover letter describing their experience, interests, and suitability for the position;<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#156082;margin-bottom:3.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
<span lang="PT-BR">a curriculum vitae (no Lattes format);<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#156082;margin-bottom:3.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
<span lang="EN-US">teaching statement;<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#156082;margin-bottom:3.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
<span lang="EN-US">research statement;<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#156082;margin-bottom:3.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
<span lang="EN-US">electronic version (PDF) of their best 3 publications (assistant professor) or best 5 publications (associate or full professor) in the past 5 years. Applications that do not include electronic versions of papers or with more than the required
number of papers, will not be considered. <o:p></o:p></span></li></ol>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><a name="_Hlk100602587"><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082">Applicants must also arrange for three reference letters to be sent by the referees to
</span></a><a href="mailto:emap_position@fgv.br"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk100602587"><span lang="EN">emap_position@fgv.br</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk100602587"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk100602587"><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082">.
Reference letters must be received before the application deadline.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk100602587"></span>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082">To be considered at the associate or full professor level, the candidate should also include evidence of experience in directing graduate students.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082">The deadline for applications is July 21st, 2024. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview by July 29<sup>th</sup>, 2024<b>.</b>
<a name="_Hlk100602711">A first round of online interviews will be scheduled starting from August 5<sup>th</sup>. Selected candidates will then be invited to FGV for final interviews and in-person meetings.
</a>Further enquiries should be sent to Prof. Cesar Camacho, Head of the School, by email
<a href="mailto:emap@fgv.br">emap@fgv.br</a><b>.</b><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><a name="_gpfvwjw86c8f"></a><b><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082">About us<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><span lang="EN-US" style="color:#156082">The<b> Fundação Getulio Vargas</b> (FGV), founded in 1944 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is internationally recognized as one of the 6 most important think tanks in the world
and one of the best institutions of higher learning. FGV is consistently ranked as the best institution in South and Central America and the 10<sup>th</sup> leading institution in the world for the production of applied research with impact on the implementation
of public policies; and the 5<sup>th</sup> in the world in the area of social policies.
</span><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><span lang="EN-US" style="color:#156082">The<b> School of Applied Mathematics</b> at FGV is a growing department that aspires to be top ranked worldwide. It currently offers undergraduate, M.Sc. and PhD degrees
in Applied Mathematics and Data Science. International collaborations and joint research projects are ongoing with several research institution in Europe and North America.
</span><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><a name="_4bp1o95966y2"></a><a name="_txp32z2ujycd"></a><a name="_35fzkz8fm2bp"></a><span lang="EN" style="color:#156082">FGV is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, sex (including gender identity), national origin, disability status, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. We always welcome nominations and applications from
women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#156082"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Courier New";color:#888888;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB">Alberto Paccanaro<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Courier New";color:#888888;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB">Professor in Machine Learning and Computational Biology
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Courier New";color:#888888;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB">Department of Computer Science Royal Holloway, University of London &
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Courier New";color:#888888;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB">School of Applied Mathematics Fundacao Getulio Vargas, Rio de Janeiro<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Courier New";color:#888888;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="FR" style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Courier New";color:#888888;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB">Lab page:
</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Courier New""><a href="http://www.paccanarolab.org"><span lang="FR">https://paccanarolab.org</span></a></span><span lang="FR" style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Courier New";color:#888888;mso-ligatures:none;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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