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Applications are invited for a Research Fellow in Mathematical Optimization, based at the University of Southampton. The post is a key part of a new research project funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC).</p>
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The aim of the project is to develop theoretically sound approximations for two-level optimal value functions and study their applications to solve pessimistic bilevel optimization problems. Subsequently, practical implementations of the developed techniques
will be applied to case studies based on open-source data sets and from some of the partners of the project. The partners of the project are the<span style="margin:0px"> </span><a href="https://www.turing.ac.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" style="margin:0px;color:rgb(29, 54, 97);text-decoration:underline !important">Alan
Turing Institute for data science and artificial intelligence</a>,<span style="margin:0px"> </span><a href="https://tfl.gov.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" style="margin:0px;color:rgb(29, 54, 97);text-decoration:underline !important">Transport
for London</a>, and<span style="margin:0px"> </span><a href="https://www.das-ltd.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" style="margin:0px;color:rgb(29, 54, 97);text-decoration:underline !important">Decision Analysis Services
Ltd</a>.</p>
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<span style="margin:0px">This full-time position is for 2 years, with a possibility to extend for up to another year, provided further funding is secured. </span><span style="margin:0px">Funding will be available to take part in key international conferences
in optimization and for</span><span style="margin:0px"> memberships in some leading organizations in optimization. Limited</span><span style="margin:0px"> relocation cost can also be covered. The</span> successful applicant must have a PhD* or equivalent professional
qualifications and experience in Operational Research, Mathematical Optimization or any related area, the ability to pursue research independently and as part of a team, and a track record of high-quality original research. Expertise in nonsmooth optimization,
nonconvex optimization, and/or computational optimization would be advantageous.</p>
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The Research Fellow will be affiliated to the Operational Research Group (one of the four research groups of the School of Mathematical Sciences at Southampton; further information can be found at<span style="margin:0px"> </span><a href="http://www.southampton.ac.uk/maths" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="NotApplicable" style="margin:0px;color:rgb(29, 54, 97);text-decoration:underline !important">http://www.southampton.ac.uk/maths</a>)
and the Centre for Operational Research, Management Science, and Information Systems (CORMSIS). CORMSIS is one of the largest and strongest groups of OR/MS/IS researchers in Europe. Its Statistics and Operational Research ranks among the top 40 in the world
and among the top 10 in the UK (QS subject rank 2020). The centre has many contacts with industry as well an extensive academic network and has a strong track record of published research work.</p>
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The position is tenable from 1 February 2021, or as soon as possible thereafter. Applications should include a Curriculum Vitae, including a list of publications, a brief (<1 page) statement of research interests and the names and addresses of three referees</p>
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<em>*Applications for Research Fellow positions will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification. The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon successful completion of the PhD. Prior to the
qualification being awarded the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given.</em></p>
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Informal enquiries can be made at any time to Dr Alain Zemkoho via email:<span style="margin:0px"> </span><a href="mailto:a.b.zemkoho@southampton.ac.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="NotApplicable" style="margin:0px;color:rgb(29, 54, 97);text-decoration:underline !important">a.b.zemkoho@southampton.ac.uk</a> or
telephone: +44 23 8059 3863.</p>
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<p style="margin:0px 0px 1em"><strong><u>Application Procedure</u></strong></p>
<p style="margin:0px 0px 1em">You should submit your completed online application form at<span style="margin:0px"> </span><a href="https://jobs.soton.ac.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" style="margin:0px;color:rgb(29, 54, 97);text-decoration:underline !important">https://jobs.soton.ac.uk</a>.
The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call Elizabeth Cessford (Recruitment Team) on +44 (0) 23 8059 2750 or email<span style="margin:0px"> </span><a href="mailto:recruitment@soton.ac.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" style="margin:0px;color:rgb(29, 54, 97);text-decoration:underline !important">recruitment@soton.ac.uk</a> Please
quote reference 1317220PJ on all correspondence.</p>
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<p style="margin:0px 0px 1em">We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.<span style="margin:0px"> </span><strong>Please note that applications from agencies will not be accepted unless indicated
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<span style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt">Dr Alain Zemkoho</span><br style="font-size:13.3333px">
<span style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt">Associate Professor in Operational Research</span><span style="margin:0px;font-size:12pt"></span><br style="font-size:13.3333px">
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<span style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt">University of Southampton</span></font></div>
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