PhD Position for Advanced Nearest Neighbour Models for Active Matter

PhD @University of Amsterdam posted 2 hours ago

Job Description

Faculty of Science :14247
Total Working timing : 38 hours
Would you find it exciting to work on both theoretical and applied mathematics and experience how they can simultaneously advance each other? Would you enjoy working in an interdisciplinary research group?   Would you like to work on a project that might resonate with multiple aspects of your background and interests? Do you find satisfaction in communicating mathematics well?  Then we are looking for someone just like you to join our research project.  We are a team of four mathematicians working on mathematical theory relevant to active matter, together with two scientists who work directly with active matter. We are seeking a highly motivated colleague to collaborate with us in develop new mathematical theory motivated by active matter applications.

This is what you will do

Tasks and responsibilities: 

  • If selected for this position you are expected to participate in the various scientific activities, meetings and workshops of the EAAS consortium;
  • form interdisciplinary collaborations across fields and geographical locations within the Netherlands;
  • acquire skills by active participation in science communication activities, interacting with public audiences and taking part in a pilot programme where experience can be acquired in high school science teaching;
  • use graph theoretical tools to develop new fundamental frameworks and analytic tools for more broadly applicable statistical mechanics models;
  • test possible applications of your approach on artificial and real data;
  • write scientific texts and publish your work in peer-reviewed international journals (during the PhD, you will initially work on a pre-specified subproject of your choosing, which allows you to develop your knowledge of the topic and research skills. As you gain experience, you will increasingly shape your own research directions);
  • present your work in seminars, and at national and international workshops and conferences;
  • attend the weekly seminars and discussion days at participating institutes;
  • participate in teaching at the KdVI  and assist with the supervision of related research projects for Bachelor and Master students;
  • participate in the Faculty of Science PhD training program;
  • complete and defend a PhD thesis within the appointment duration of four years.

What we ask of you

Your experience and profile:

  • You have a masters in mathematics, or a joint masters including mathematics, e.g. math/physics or math/biology;
  • You have a good command of spoken and written English, especially writing formal mathematical proofs;
  • You are productive working both independently and with a team;
  • You have experience or interest in teaching with an encouraging style.

This is what we offer you

A temporary contract for 38 hours per week for the duration of 4 years (the initial contract will be for a period of 18 months and after satisfactory evaluation it will be extended for a total duration of 4 years). The preferred starting date is as soon as possible, but ideally no later than 1 Jan 2026. This should lead to a dissertation (PhD thesis). We will draft an educational plan that includes attendance of courses and (international) meetings. We also expect you to assist in teaching undergraduates and master students.

Your application & contact

If you feel the profile fits you, and you are interested in the job, we look forward to receiving your application. You can apply online via the button below. We accept applications for full consideration until and including 10 August 2025, and thereafter only until the position is filled.

If you have any questions or do you require additional information? Please contact:

Applications should include the following information (all files besides your cv should be submitted in one single pdf file following the order below):

  • A detailed CV (resume) including the months (not just years) when referring to your education and work experience;
  • A letter of motivation, approximately one page, including your earliest possible starting date;
  • Transcripts for both your bachelor’s and master’s grades.
  • A sample of a mathematical proof you have written, for example for a course or in a thesis;
  • If available, a thesis or project report that demonstrates your academic writing skills;

the names and email addresses of two references who can provide letters of recommendation upon request.

A knowledge security check can be part of the selection procedure.
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