[agents] Post-doc in Algorithmic Mechanism Design

[Iyad Rahwan]

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*Postdoctoral Position --
Approximation Algorithms and
Algorithmic Mechanism Design*
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Masdar Institute of Science and Technology, located in Abu Dhabi, United
Arab Emirates (UAE), is a private,

not-for-profit, independent, graduate-level, research-driven institute
developed with the support and cooperation of the

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). The goal of the Institute is
to develop, over a period of years, indigenous

R&D capacity in Abu Dhabi, addressing issues of importance to the region in
critical areas such as: renewable energy,

sustainability, environment, water resources and microelectronics. The
Institute offers graduate degree programs (MSc

& Ph.D.) in science and engineering disciplines, with a focus on advanced
energy and sustainable technologies

(http://www.masdar.ac.ae and http://web.mit.edu/mit-mi-cp/).



*Position:* We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher to work on
approximation algorithms and algorithmic mechanism

design issues, with a special focus on applications in electricity markets
and energy exchange in smart grids. The initial

appointment will be for 1 year, but may be extended up to 2 years,
depending on the availability of funding and the

candidate's performance.



*Package:* A highly competitive, non-taxable (there is "no" income tax in
the UAE) salary package (basic salary + housing

allowance) of USD 70,000 to USD 75,000 per annum will be offered, as well
as provision of health insurance and an

annual two-way flight ticket to the candidate's home country.



*Selection criteria:* The applicant should meet the following criteria:



-       A Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information
Technology,

Mathematics, Operations Research or a related discipline, from a reputable
university. (Candidates who have submitted their Ph.D. theses are

also welcome to apply).



-       A strong background in at least one of the following topics:
algorithmic game theory, combinatorial optimization,

mathematical programming and/or approximation algorithms.



-       Good research experience, having published at least 3 full research
papers (excluding posters) in reputable international

conferences/journals.

-       Self-motivated and able to work independently.

-       Familiarity with electricity markets and smart grids is a plus.



*How to Apply:* Interested candidates should send their resumes and
statements of present/past research (not exceeding

3 pages), to Drs. Khaled Elbassioni and Sid Chi-Kin Chau (
kelbassioni at masdar.ac.ae and ckchau at masdar.ac.ae).
Initial screening of applications will begin immediately and the position
will remain open until filled.