PhD student in mathematical statistics

29 Dec 2023
Job Information

Organisation/Company

University of Gothenburg

Research Field

Mathematics » Applied mathematics

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Sweden

Application Deadline

18 Feb 2024 - 22:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Reference Number

1035--1-32591

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

No

Offer Description

The University of Gothenburg tackles society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. 56 000 students and 6 600 employees make the university a large and inspiring place to work and study. Strong research and attractive study programmes attract researchers and students from around the world. With new knowledge and new perspectives, the University contributes to a better future.

We are looking for a doctoral student in mathematical statistics who will work under the supervision of Ottmar Cronie, on a project entitled “Marked point process learning with applications to modelling and forecasting of earthquakes and ambulance calls”. The prospective PhD student will be part of an inspiring research group with a friendly and supporting atmosphere as well as a solid network of international collaborators.

The Department of Mathematical Sciences at Chalmers University of Technology and the University of Gothenburg has about 200 employees and is the largest department of mathematics in Sweden. The department has three scientific divisions: Algebra and Geometry, Analysis and Probability Theory, and Applied Mathematics and Statistics and conducts successful research in pure and applied mathematics and mathematical statistics in a wide range of research areas. We have an international environment with frequent exchanges with other universities around the world. The department provides a friendly, creative, and supportive atmosphere with a steady flow of international guests. There are many committed teachers with extensive and broad experience of all aspects of higher education.  More information about us can be found on our website: http://www.chalmers.se/math/

At the division of Applied Mathematics and Statistics we conduct research within the theory and implementation of finite element methods, inverse wave propagation problems, stochastic partial differential equations, geometric numerical integration, optimization, biomathematics, biostatistics, spatial modeling, Bayesian inference, high-dimensional data, large-scale computational methods, and bioinformatics. The division is also expanding in the area of data science and machine learning.  

Our department continuously strives to be an attractive employer. Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all our activities. We work actively to be a parent-friendly organization.

 

Subject area

Applied Mathematics and Statistics

 

Specific subject description

A point process may be viewed as a generalized random sample, where we allow a random sample size and dependence between the random variables in the sample. Point processes can be used to model a range of naturally evolving phenomena, including earthquakes, trees and contagion. By attaching some further quantity, a so-called ‘mark’, to each sample point we obtain a framework in which we may handle regression/supervised learning in the context of generalized random sampling. The announced PhD position, which is carried out under the supervision of Ottmar Cronie and funded by the Swedish Research Council, focuses on the methodological development of a new statistical theory for marked point processes, which revolves around the paper:

Cronie, O., Moradi, M., & Biscio, C. A. (2023). A cross-validation-based statistical theory for point processes. Biometrika, asad041, https://doi.org/10.1093/biomet/asad041 . 

The project contains more mathematically oriented parts as well as more applied statistical parts. Please motivate your interest in the project in your application letter.

 

Job assignments

You will be enrolled in a graduate program at the Department of Mathematical Sciences (https://www.chalmers.se/en/departments/math/research/postgraduate-studi… ). During the second half of the PhD studies, you are expected to develop your own ideas and communicate scientific results orally as well as in written form. In addition, the position will normally include 20% departmental work, mostly teaching duties. 

The employment is a fixed-term position limited to a maximum of five years, four years of studies and up to one year of departmental work distributed during the whole employment period.

 

Eligibility   

The eligibility for academic positions is given in the Swedish Higher Education Ordinance. To qualify for the position, the applicant must have obtained a Master’s degree or a 4-year Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, applied mathematics, mathematical statistics, or another relevant field, or be expect to complete such a degree by September 1, 2024. Good presentation and communication skills in oral and written English are required.

A background in mathematical statistics/probability theory as well as experience from (measure theoretic) probability theory (in particular random measures/point processes), statistical inference, statistical/machine learning and good programming skills, e.g. through course work or a thesis, are considered meritorious.

Please include all relevant work, such as Bachelor's and Master's theses and articles (provide an English summary if necessary) which you have authored or co-authored.

 

Assessment

Regulations for the evaluation of qualifications for education on a doctoral level are given in SFS 1998:80.

  

Employment   

Type of employment: Fixed-term employment
Extent: 100 %
Location: Department of Mathematical Sciences, Gothenburg
First day of employment: Negotiable

 

Application procedure 

Submit the following documents:

• Application letter (max 2 pages) where you introduce yourself and describe your background and research interests
• Detailed curriculum vitae
• Electronic copies of your master and bachelor transcripts
• Copies of your bachelor’s and master’s thesis if available
• Names of at least two reference persons

 

Contact information 

Ottmar Cronie, Associate Professor, Applied Mathematics and Statistics, +46 31 772 4042, [email protected] , [email protected]  

Irina Pettersson, Associate Professor, Head of Unit of Applied Mathematics and Statistics, +46 31 772 1740, [email protected]

  

Unions 

Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here:   
https://www.gu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss/hjalp-for-sokande    

  

Application   

You can apply to be admitted for education at third-cycle level via the University of Gothenburg’s recruitment portal.   

It is your responsibility to ensure that the application is complete as per the vacancy notice, and that the University receives it by the final application deadline.   

  

Applications must be received by:  2024-02-19

 

 

Information for International Applicants 

Choosing a career in a foreign country is a big step. Thus, to give you a general idea of what we and Gothenburg have to offer in terms of benefits and life in general for you and your family/spouse/partner please visit: 

https://www.gu.se/en/about-the-university/welcome-services 
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The University works actively to achieve a working environment with equal conditions, and values the qualities that diversity brings to its operations.

In accordance with the National Archives of Sweden’s regulations, the University must archive application documents for two years after the appointment is filled. If you request that your documents are returned, they will be returned to you once the two years have passed. Otherwise, they will be destroyed.

In connection to this recruitment, we have already decided which recruitment channels we should use. We therefore decline further contact with vendors, recruitment and staffing companies.

Requirements

Research Field

Mathematics

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Good

Research Field

Mathematics » Applied mathematics

Years of Research Experience

None

Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

University of Gothenburg

Country

Sweden

City

Göteborg

Postal Code

41258

Street

Chalmers tvärgata 3

Where to apply

Website

https://web103.reachmee.com/ext/I005/1035/main?site=7&validator=9b89bead79bb725…

Contact

City

Göteborg

Street

Chalmers tvärgata 3

Postal Code

41258

STATUS: EXPIRED