PhD Position on Dynamical Systems and Control, K.U.Leuven, Belgium

PhD positions on “analysis and computational control of large-scale dynamical systems and networks”, K.U.Leuven

Description:
We are looking for candidates that want to pursue a PhD in the area of analysis and control of large-scale dynamical systems and networks. In the project the emphasis is on systems described by partial differential equatons and delay differential equations, and on the development and application of
optimization based control design methods. Particular attention will be paid to the analysis of interconnected dynamical control systems.

Keywords:
systems and control, optimization, dynamical systems, infinite-dimensional systems, partial and functional differential equations,robustness assessment and optimization, numerical simulation, numerical linear algebra, bifurcation analysis

Profile:
The candidates must have a masters degree in either Applied Mathematics, Scientific Computing, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or similar disciplines. They must be interested to work on this project, in collaboration with other researchers in the group, and to participate in national and international collaborative research programs in the area of dynamical systems and control. The position will be initially for one year. After a positive evaluation, this position will be extended for three more years.

How to apply:
Send an electronic application to Prof. Wim Michiels (Wim.Michiels[ at ]cs.kuleuven.be). We are expecting a curriulum vitae, including a short description of your qualifications and experience, a short letter describing your motivation, and names and e-mail addresses of one or two scientists willing to provide a reference.

The research will be carried out at the Numerical Analysis and Applied Mathematics Division of the K.U.Leuven. The K.U.Leuven is one of the oldest universities of Europe, located in the cosy town of Leuven, 20km from Brussels.