PhD student in the Division for Applied Mathematics and

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Doctoral position in Applied Mathematics and Statistics

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.

We are looking for one doctoral student who would work on any of the research areas of the division of Applied Mathematics and Statistics https://www.chalmers.se/en/departments/mv/research/division-of-applied-mathematics-and-statistics/

General information about being a doctoral student at the University of Gothenburg can be found on the university's doctoral student pages. 

https://medarbetarportalen.gu.se/doktorand/?languageId=100001&skipSSOCheck=true    

You will be enrolled in a graduate program at the Department of Mathematical Sciences https://www.chalmers.se/en/departments/mv/research/doctoral-studies/ During the second half of 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.

Education at third-cycle level requires general eligibility and, where appropriate, specific eligibility as set out in the general syllabus for the subject.  

The general eligibility requirements for education at third-cycle level are:    

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

Once you have been admitted for education at third-cycle level, you will be employed as a doctoral student at the University of Gothenburg.   

The provisions for employment as a doctoral student can be found in ordinance SFS 1993:100.    

Initial employment as a doctoral student may apply for a maximum of one year, and may be renewed by a maximum of two years at a time.  

 A doctoral student may be employed as a doctoral student for a maximum of eight years, but the total period of employment may not be longer than the equivalent of full-time education at third-cycle level for four years.   

Type of employment: Fixed-term employment
Extent: 100 %
Location: Department of Mathematical Sciences, Gothenburg
First day of employment: August 15, 2023

The University applies a local agreement on salaries for doctoral students.   

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

Marija Cvijovic, Professor, Head of graduate school in Applied Mathematics and Statistics

+46 31 772 5321, [email protected]

Annika Lang, Professor, Head of Unit of Applied Mathematics and Statistics

+46 31 772 5356, [email protected]

Serik Sagitov, Professor, Head of Division Applied Mathematics and Statistics

+46 31 772 5351, [email protected]

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

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: 2023-02-24

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.

Salaries are set individually at the University.

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.