[Opt-Net] PhD/PostDoc position in optimization of renewable energy systems at TU Braunschweig, Germany

[Christian Kirches]

The Institute of Mathematical Optimization at Braunschweig Technical University, Germany invites applications for a research position (TV-L EG 13, 100%) in the area of optimization for renewable energy systems starting

    April 1, 2018.  

It is possible to obtain a PhD; Applications of postdocs will be given full consideration. The position is limited to three years, and does not require teaching.  

We are looking for excellent candidates with 

- an outstanding degree in mathematics or computer science
- in-depth knowledge of discrete optimization or nonlinear optimization, and an interest in working at the interface of both fields
- good programming skills in Python, C, C++, Java or a related high-level language
- Interest in active collaboration with industry

Knowledge of the German language is not required.  

Applicants with special needs will be given preference if otherwise equally qualified. Braunschweig Technical University is committed to increase the percentage of female researchers and encourages suitably qualified women to apply.  

Applications will be given full consideration until January 28, 2018, or any later time until the position is filled.  

Applicants send a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, their MSc/PhD thesis, as well as names and addresses of thesis referees preferably by e-mail to:  

    mo at tu-bs.de  

Applicants should also arrange for a letter of recommendation to be sent to this e-mail address. Mail applications should be addressed to:  

    Technische Universität Braunschweig  
    Institut fuer Mathematische Optimierung  
    Universitaetsplatz 2
    38106 Braunschweig
    Germany