Phd Positions On Symmetries and Optimization at The

vor 3 Wochen


Bochum, Deutschland Ruhr Universität Bochum Vollzeit

The Chair of Quantum Information at the Faculty of Computer Science is looking for two

**PhD Positions (m,f,x) for 3 years with 39,83 hours per week (TV-L E 12/13)**:
Are you fascinated by what can be computed efficiently and what not?
Are you interested in finding hidden symmetries behind computational problems?
Would you like to explore the common mathematical structure behind computational complexity and quantum entanglement?
Or discover connections between difficult problems arising in algebra, geometry and quantum information?
Would you like to design new optimization algorithms that exploit symmetries, to solve problems from ML to combinatorial optimization?
Or understand if quantum computers can solve such problems faster?

If your answer to any of these questions is yes, then we hope that you will apply

You will work on questions such as the above as part of a diverse international team, to creatively combine ideas from different areas to make progress on central questions in the theory of computing.

**extent**:

- full-time**duration**:

- temporary**beginning**:

- 01.10.2023- 10.07.2023**Your tasks**:

- You will work on fundamental research questions (such as the above) as part of a diverse international and interdisciplinary team.
- You will publish and present your research results in top conferences and journals.

**Your profile**:

- You have an excellent track record in classes related to theoretical computer science and mathematics (e.g., algorithms and complexity, algebraic geometry, representation theory, optimization, quantum computing,).
- You are curiosity driven, enjoy combining creativity with mathematical precision, and are open to interdisciplinary collaborations.
- You are fluent in written and spoken English (no German required).

**Our offerings**:

- challenging and varied tasks with a high level of personal responsibility
- team-oriented cooperation in a committed, international and appreciative team
- a modern equipped workplace
- employment at one of the largest universities in Germany in the University Alliance Ruhr network
- fair and flexible working hours

**Additional information**:
At the request of the applicant (m,f,x), the staff council may be involved in selection interviews.
- If the position is funded by third-party funds the employee has no teaching obligation.
- Brief cover letter describing your background and research interests
- CV, including transcripts (BSc + MSc)
- Electronic contact details of 2 referees
- Any other relevant material (MSc thesis or draft, BSc thesis, GitHub link,)

Prof. Dr. Michael Walter, Phone: +49234 32 28555
Janine Hein, Phone: +49234 32 28543

Travel expenses for interviews cannot be refunded.



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