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<p>Two fully funded PhD/Postdoc positions are available at the Chair
of Algorithms for Intelligent Systems (Prof. Dr. Dirk Sudholt) at
the University of Passau, Germany, starting at the earliest
possible date. The term is 3 years, with the possibility of an
extension. The salary is based on Entgeltgruppe TV-L 13. In case a
PhD degree has already been awarded and you meet fundamental civil
service requirements, the position can be set up as an
Akademischer Rat position (Besoldungsstufe A13).<br>
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<p>The research group focuses on the theoretical, algorithmic
analysis of randomised or nature-inspired algorithms such as
evolutionary algorithms, swarm intelligence and estimation of
distribution algorithms. <br>
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<p>What we expect:</p>
<ul>
<li>An excellent degree in Computer Science, Mathematics or a
related discipline</li>
<li>Very good knowledge in the analysis of algorithms, randomised
algorithms and/or stochastic processes</li>
<li>Enthusiasm for mathematical problems and scientific work</li>
<li>Excellent oral and written English communication skills<br>
</li>
<li>The ability to teach in German (or the ability to learn German
within a reasonable time frame) is a plus.</li>
</ul>
<p>What we offer:</p>
<ul>
<li>Cutting-edge research in a modern research field at the
interface of theory of algorithms and artificial intelligence<br>
</li>
<li>Joining a friendly and expanding research team <br>
</li>
<li>A modern university in a city with a rich Lower Bavarian
culture and a high quality of life<br>
</li>
</ul>
Informal inquiries about the positions should be directed to <a>dirk.sudholt@uni-passau.de</a>.
<p>The University of Passau promotes gender equality at work. Women
are expressly asked to apply. Part-time employment is possible.
Disabled candidates with otherwise equal suitability, ability and
subject-specific performance will be preferred.</p>
<p>Your application (cover letter, CV, transcripts, certificates)
should be compiled as a single .pdf file and emailed to <a>dirk.sudholt@uni-passau.de</a>.</p>
<p>The deadline for applications is <b>20 November 2020</b>. <br>
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<pre class="moz-signature" cols="72">Prof. Dr. Dirk Sudholt
Chair of Algorithms for Intelligent Systems
Faculty of Computer Science and Mathematics
University of Passau
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