PhD Positions in Nonlinear Optimization and Inverse Problems, Germany

WIAS invites applications for Research Position in the Research Group ‘Nonlinear Optimization and Inverse Problems’ (Head: D. Hömberg), starting at the earliest possible date (Ref. 09/14). We expect a certified university degree (a PhD is preferred) and excellent knowledge in one of the following fields:

• Nonlinear optimization,
• Optimal control or shape optimization of partial differential equations,
• Inverse problems,
• Numerical approximation of partial differential equations.

The successful applicant is expected to be ready to co-operate responsibly in applied projects with industry. Please direct your queries to Dietmar Hömberg (hoemberg[ at ]wias-berlin.de

Salary is according to the TVöD scale. The initial appointment is limited to three years. The Weierstrass Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applications of qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged. Among equally qualified applicants, disabled candidates will be given preference. As far as possible we ask to avoid sending application papers by e-mail.

Applicants should send curriculum vitae, photocopies of certificates and a list of publications, including a cover letter quoting Ref.09/14, by June 14, 2009, to:

Prof. Dr. J. Sprekels,
Director of the Weierstrass Institute for Applied Analysis and Stochastics
in Forschungsverbund Berlin e.V.
Mohrenstr. 39, 10117 Berlin, Germany