PhD Position in Network Dynamics VU University of Amsterdam Department of Mathematics

Location: AMSTERDAM FTE: 0.8 - 1 Job description The Department of Mathematics of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam welcomes applications for a fully-funded, 4-year PhD position in Network Dynamics. In this project you will work on the dynamics of adaptive and state-dependent networks under the supervision of Christian Bick. The connectivity of many real-world network dynamical systems is not necessarily fixed but connections change depending on the network state—for example, connections in networks of neurons can adapt though plasticity. This project seeks insights into the interplay between network dynamics and the evolution of the underlying network itself. The successful candidate will be embedded into the Dynamical Systems group of the Department of Mathematics at VU Amsterdam. The group is internationally leading in the field of nonlinear dynamics and differential equations with a strong interest both in fundamental mathematics and concrete applications. In addition, the group has many national and international connections: As part of the project, there may be an opportunity to engage with Christian Bick’s collaborators at the Technical University of Munich (Germany) and the University of Exeter (UK). The preferred starting date is 1 October 2020 or a mutually agreed date thereafter. Your duties doing research towards writing a PhD thesis teaching tasks (roughly 15% of your time), which typically consist of supervising exercise classes and correcting homework Requirements a (prospective) MSc. degree in Mathematics (or an equivalent thereof) with excellent results an interest in Dynamical Systems Theory and Applications to Network Dynamics good communication skills in English computer programming experience What are we offering? A challenging position in a socially involved organization. On full-time basis the remuneration amounts to a minimum gross monthly salary of €2,375 (at the start) and a maximum €3,061 (in the fourth year). The job profile is based on the university job ranking system and is vacant for 0.8-1.0 FTE. The appointment will initially be for 1 year. After a satisfactory evaluation of the initial appointment, the contract will be extended for further 3 years. Additionally, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam offers excellent fringe benefits and various schemes and regulations to promote a good work/life balance, such as: 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus contribution to commuting expenses optional model for designing a personalized benefits package a maximum of 41 days of annual leave based on full-time employment good paid parental leave scheme About Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam The ambition of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is clear: to contribute to a better world through outstanding education and ground-breaking research. We strive to be a university where personal development and commitment to society play a leading role. A university where people from different disciplines and backgrounds collaborate to achieve innovations and to generate new knowledge. Our teaching and research encompass the entire spectrum of academic endeavour – from the humanities, the social sciences and the natural sciences through to the life sciences and the medical sciences. Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is home to more than 26,000 students. We employ over 4,600 individuals. The VU campus is easily accessible and located in the heart of Amsterdam’s Zuidas district, a truly inspiring environment for teaching and research. Diversity We are an inclusive university community. Diversity is one of our most important values. We believe that engaging in international activities and welcoming students and staff from a wide variety of backgrounds enhances the quality of our education and research. We are always looking for people who can enrich our world with their own unique perspectives and experiences. The Faculty of Science The Faculty of Science inspires researchers and students to find sustainable solutions for complex societal issues. From forest fires to big data, from obesity to medicines and from molecules to the moon: our teaching and research programmes cover the full spectrum of the natural sciences. We share knowledge and experience with leading research institutes and industries, both here in the Netherlands and abroad. Working at the Faculty of Science means working with students, PhD candidates and researchers, all with a clear focus on their field and a broad view of the world. We employ more than 1,250 staff members, and we are home to around 6,000 students. The Department of Mathematics The Department of Mathematics strives for excellence in research. The department balances pure mathematical research with mathematical research motivated by applications. Researchers in the department are on one hand active at a fundamental and theoretical level, and, on the other hand, work on applications with links to business, the sciences, and societal issues. The department has a strong international research staff with expertise in dynamical systems, geometry and algebra, as well as in stochastics (statistics, data analytics, probability). Application Are you interested in this position? Please apply via the application button by 7 August 2020 and upload: a cover letter, a CV, a list of courses and grades at the MSc level, a (draft) MSc thesis if available, and the names and e-mail addresses of two references. Applications received by e-mail will not be processed. Vacancy questions If you have any questions regarding this vacancy, you may contact: Name: Christian Bick Position: Assistant Professor of Mathematics E-mail: C.Bick@exeter.ac.uk If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Computeroxy Apply

Location: AMSTERDAM

FTE: 0.8 - 1

Job description

The Department of Mathematics of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam welcomes applications for a fully-funded, 4-year PhD position in Network Dynamics. In this project you will work on the dynamics of adaptive and state-dependent networks under the supervision of Christian Bick. The connectivity of many real-world network dynamical systems is not necessarily fixed but connections change depending on the network state—for example, connections in networks of neurons can adapt though plasticity. This project seeks insights into the interplay between network dynamics and the evolution of the underlying network itself. The successful candidate will be embedded into the Dynamical Systems group of the Department of Mathematics at VU Amsterdam. The group is internationally leading in the field of nonlinear dynamics and differential equations with a strong interest both in fundamental mathematics and concrete applications. In addition, the group has many national and international connections: As part of the project, there may be an opportunity to engage with Christian Bick’s collaborators at the Technical University of Munich (Germany) and the University of Exeter (UK). The preferred starting date is 1 October 2020 or a mutually agreed date thereafter.

Your duties

doing research towards writing a PhD thesis
teaching tasks (roughly 15% of your time), which typically consist of supervising exercise classes and correcting homework

Requirements

a (prospective) MSc. degree in Mathematics (or an equivalent thereof) with excellent results
an interest in Dynamical Systems Theory and Applications to Network Dynamics
good communication skills in English
computer programming experience

What are we offering?

A challenging position in a socially involved organization. On full-time basis the remuneration amounts to a minimum gross monthly salary of €2,375 (at the start) and a maximum €3,061 (in the fourth year). The job profile is based on the university job ranking system and is vacant for 0.8-1.0 FTE.

The appointment will initially be for 1 year. After a satisfactory evaluation of the initial appointment, the contract will be extended for further 3 years. Additionally, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam offers excellent fringe benefits and various schemes and regulations to promote a good work/life balance, such as:

8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus
contribution to commuting expenses
optional model for designing a personalized benefits package
a maximum of 41 days of annual leave based on full-time employment
good paid parental leave scheme

About Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

The ambition of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is clear: to contribute to a better world through outstanding education and ground-breaking research. We strive to be a university where personal development and commitment to society play a leading role. A university where people from different disciplines and backgrounds collaborate to achieve innovations and to generate new knowledge. Our teaching and research encompass the entire spectrum of academic endeavour – from the humanities, the social sciences and the natural sciences through to the life sciences and the medical sciences.

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is home to more than 26,000 students. We employ over 4,600 individuals. The VU campus is easily accessible and located in the heart of Amsterdam’s Zuidas district, a truly inspiring environment for teaching and research.

Diversity

We are an inclusive university community. Diversity is one of our most important values. We believe that engaging in international activities and welcoming students and staff from a wide variety of backgrounds enhances the quality of our education and research. We are always looking for people who can enrich our world with their own unique perspectives and experiences.

The Faculty of Science

The Faculty of Science inspires researchers and students to find sustainable solutions for complex societal issues. From forest fires to big data, from obesity to medicines and from molecules to the moon: our teaching and research programmes cover the full spectrum of the natural sciences. We share knowledge and experience with leading research institutes and industries, both here in the Netherlands and abroad.

Working at the Faculty of Science means working with students, PhD candidates and researchers, all with a clear focus on their field and a broad view of the world. We employ more than 1,250 staff members, and we are home to around 6,000 students.

The Department of Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics strives for excellence in research. The department balances pure mathematical research with mathematical research motivated by applications. Researchers in the department are on one hand active at a fundamental and theoretical level, and, on the other hand, work on applications with links to business, the sciences, and societal issues. The department has a strong international research staff with expertise in dynamical systems, geometry and algebra, as well as in stochastics (statistics, data analytics, probability).

Application

Are you interested in this position? Please apply via the application button by 7 August 2020 and upload: a cover letter, a CV, a list of courses and grades at the MSc level, a (draft) MSc thesis if available, and the names and e-mail addresses of two references.

Applications received by e-mail will not be processed.

Vacancy questions

If you have any questions regarding this vacancy, you may contact:

Name: Christian Bick
Position: Assistant Professor of Mathematics
E-mail: C.Bick@exeter.ac.uk

If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Computeroxy

Apply