About the opportunity
Founded by Nobel Laureate Abdus Salam and located in Trieste, Italy, the Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) operates under UNESCO to provide scientists from developing countries with ongoing education and skills. The Team Leader for IT Infrastructure oversees the hardware and software network and server infrastructure of the Centre. This includes physical assets such as data centres, servers, cabling, laboratories, and user devices, as well as email systems, phone and security systems, and cybersecurity. The incumbent supervises infrastructure staff, establishes work priorities, plans and maintains computer system configurations, coordinates hardware and software projects, and supports High-Performance Computing (HPC) activities for scientific sections and the Master in High Performance Computing programme.
Salary and benefits
- Approximate annual starting salary of 91,808 US dollars
- 30 days of annual leave
- Family allowance
- Medical insurance coverage
- Pension plan participation
Who can apply?
- Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in computer science, information technology, telecommunications, engineering, or a related field
- Minimum of four years of progressively responsible professional experience in IT infrastructure management, including network and server administration
- Proven track record in supervising and leading a technical team
- Demonstrated experience in planning, design, implementation, and maintenance of network and server infrastructure, including UNIX/Linux systems
- Hands-on experience supporting High-Performance Computing (HPC) environments
- Solid knowledge of cybersecurity principles, practices, and data protection regulations
- Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English
Required documents
- Online application completed via the UNESCO Careers website
- Scanned copies of required degrees, diplomas, or certificates (required in advance if retained for an interview)
When to apply
- Application deadline is 16/11/2026 at midnight Paris time
How to apply
- Visit the UNESCO Careers website
- Complete the online application and provide complete, accurate information by the deadline
- Undergo subsequent stages which may include pre-recorded video interviews, written assessments, panel interviews, and reference checks
Additional information
- Position Number: 1ITSC 0833TP
- Grade: P-3
- Parent Sector: Sciences Sector (SCS)
- Duty Station: Trieste, Italy
- Job Family: Natural Sciences
- Contract Type: Fixed Term for a duration of 2 years
- Recruitment is open to both internal and external candidates
- Higher educational qualifications must be obtained from an institution accredited or recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED)
- UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment and does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Strong fit for senior IT professionals with a background in managing enterprise-level network, server, and data centre infrastructures.
- Ideal for candidates experienced in leading technical teams within academic, research, or international organizational settings.
- Well-suited for specialists with direct technical expertise supporting High-Performance Computing (HPC) and UNIX/Linux environments.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is offered as a fixed-term contract lasting for two years.
- Involves relocation to Trieste, Italy, and requires geographical mobility for international posts.
- Candidates must possess fluency in English, while knowledge of Italian or another official UNESCO language is considered desirable.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role provides a substantial leadership opportunity within an internationally renowned scientific institution, enabling the candidate to direct critical IT operations, advance cybersecurity frameworks, and support advanced scientific computing initiatives.
Our take
Experienced IT infrastructure managers and technical team leaders with a strong background in UNIX systems, networking, and HPC support should seriously consider applying before the November deadline.
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