[Opt-Net] Postdoctoral position in data-driven optimization

[Miklos Kresz]

Postdoctoral position at the University of Primorska, Slovenia:
Data-driven optimization for sustainable network design

Using networks to model real-world problems is a powerful tool, as they 
provide an efficient abstraction that can be used to analyse the 
structure of the task at hand. Sustainability plays an important role in 
the design of these networks when considering various optimisation 
questions. The focus of the research is to analyse the underlying 
structure of selected real-world problems and design efficient network 
representations for them. The researcher should maintain 
state-of-the-art knowledge of the relevant fields, publish research 
results in high-impact journals, and present research and development at 
scientific and professional conferences.

Required qualifications:
- PhD in computer science, operations research, applied mathematics, or 
related area
- Research record demonstrating expertise in related fields
- Solid background in algorithm design and discrete optimisation
- Strong command of at least one major high-level programming language 
(e.g. C++, Java, Python)
- High motivation to carry out interdisciplinary research projects
- Excellent communication skills, written and spoken English

Preferred qualifications
- Strong operations research background
- Knowledge of optimization and modelling software
- Knowledge of simulation software
- Experience in implementing graph algorithms
- Experience in grant writing, international project participation
- Experience implementing and working in interdisciplinary research 
projects

Deadline & Application process:
The deadline for submitting applications is April 30th, 2022.
Starting date: negotiable but preferably not later than October 1, 2022. 
The position is for one year.

To apply, please send the following documents in electronic form to 
Michaël Mrissa (michael.mrissa at upr.si) with the subject line "UP Postdoc 
2022" in the Subject field:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Publication List
- Copies of three recent papers of preprints,
- Names and e-mail addresses of at least three persons who can be 
contacted for reference (and have agreed to be contacted).