Postdoctoral Researcher, Discrete Mathematics

7 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

University of Turku

Research Field

Mathematics » Algebra
Mathematics » Applied mathematics
Mathematics » Computational mathematics
Mathematics » Geometry
Mathematics » Mathematical analysis
Mathematics » Mathematical logic
Mathematics » Number theory
Mathematics » Other
Mathematics » Probability theory
Mathematics » Statistics

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Finland

Application Deadline

20 Feb 2024 - 14:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

38

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Turku is recruiting a Postdoctoral researcher to work in the field of discrete mathematics for one year starting on May 1st 2024 (or upon mutual agreement).

Postdoctoral researcher will work in the research project called “Codes for Information Retrieval and Sensor Networks “. The Academy of Finland funds the project. The current third part of the project focuses on discovering and applying various graph theoretical and combinatorial methods in the field of error correction where we receive multiple output words from channels of the transmitted codeword. The Postdoctoral researcher will participate in that research as well as work partially with metric dimensions and various types of dominating sets of graphs.

It is expected the Postdoctoral researcher to actively publish scientific research in the research group. The job also contains teaching and other duties appointed by the department.

Who we are looking for

According to the rules of the University of Turku , a person selected for the post of postdoctoral researcher is required to have a doctoral degree and the ability to do independent scientific work as well as having the teaching skills required for the position. The position requires an active working approach, mastery of the English language, diligence and cooperation ability. The most important selection criteria are the scientific merits of the candidate. Preference will be given to those candidates whose research interests lie in graph theory or coding theory. The candidate must have a strong publication record to show the ability to do international research of high level.

Benefits

We offer you responsible and interesting tasks and the opportunity to develop your professional skills in a versatile operating environment. You get a professional and inspiring team to support your work. We take care of your well-being at work and the functionality of your everyday life, e.g. with the help of flexible working hours and our well-being services.

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Salary and trial period

The salary will be based on levels 4-6 of the demands level chart for teaching and research staff in the salary system applied at Finnish universities, according to which the base salary for the position is 2775,28 – 3747,44 euros per month. In addition, a performance-based salary component of up to 50 % will be paid. The salary will in the beginning of the employment be approximately 3 400 –3 700 €/month.

The position includes a six (6) month trial period.

How to apply and Further information

In your application, please include
• a CV
• a motivation letter / letter of application
• list of publications
•  research plan
• a degree certificate (a copy of Ph.D.)

Please submit your application through our online recruitment system. The closing date for applications is 20.2.2024 at 16.00 (Europe/Helsinki). Applicants should enclose with their application all above listed enclosures.

Further information
For further information on the available position contact Professor Tero Laihonen, tero.laihonen(at)utu.fi.

With questions about the application process, please contact HR Specialist Susanna Virtanen, susanna.virtanen(at)utu.fi.

Department of Mathematics and Statistics

In the Department of Mathematics and Statistics the main research areas in mathematics and applied mathematics include discrete mathematics, theoretical computer science, number theory, analysis, optimization, mathematical modelling and insurance mathematics. The Center of Statistics is in charge of the research and consulting in statistics within the university. Its key research areas include latent variable models, methods for cohort and efficacy studies, and themes concerning macro and financial econometrics.

In the Faculty of Science , we seek the truth and develop solutions for sustainable future and intelligent society. Science Fiction becomes reality.

The University of Turku is an inspiring and international academic community of 25,000 students and staff in Southwest Finland. We build a sustainable future with multidisciplinary research, education, and collaboration. With us, your work will have a significant impact and relevance in the changing world.

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Requirements

Research Field

Mathematics

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Mathematics

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Mathematics

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Mathematics

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Mathematics

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Mathematics

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Mathematics

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Mathematics

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Mathematics

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Mathematics

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Additional Information

Website for additional job details

https://academicpositions.com

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

University of Turku

Country

Finland

City

Turku

Postal Code

FI-20014

Street

TURUN YLIOPISTO

Where to apply

Website

https://academicpositions.com/ad/university-of-turku/2024/postdoctoral-research…

Contact

City

Turku

Website

http://www.utu.fi/en/

Postal Code

FI-20014

STATUS: EXPIRED