[Job-offers-cs] PhD or postdoc position in fluid mechanic shape optimization with phase field models in Koblenz

[Pekka Orponen]

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Subject: [SIAM-OPT] PhD or postdoc position in fluid mechanic shape 
optimization with phase field models in Koblenz
Date: Wed, 4 Mar 2020 17:05:30 +0100
From: Michael Hinze <hinze at uni-koblenz.de>
To: Pekka Orponen <pekka.orponen at aalto.fi>
CC: Optimization SIAG mailing list <siam-opt at siam.org>

The Modeling, Simulation, and Optimization of Complex Systems Group of 
Michael Hinze at the University Koblenz-Landau is inviting applications 
for a research position in Shape Optimization with Phase Field Models.

The position is subject to the German law on fixed-term contracts in 
science (WissZeitVG). The position can be filled immediately and is 
limited to three years for doctoral students with salary according to 
0,75 EGr 13 TV-L, and to two years for postdoctoral researchers 
according to a full salary EGr. 13 TV-L. The successful candidate will 
work in the Modeling, Simulation, and Optimization of Complex Systems 
Group of the University Koblenz-Landau.

Topic:
This project is part of the Priority Programme 1962 of the German 
Research Foundation and aims at introducing, analyzing and numerically 
realizing well-posed formulations of shape optimization problems with 
instationary fluid flow. This will be achieved by utilizing a phase 
field ansatz and associated non-smooth homogeneous free energy 
densities, which yield robust numerical approximations and, for the sake 
of efficient computations, admit several levels of model reduction 
ranging from adaptive meshing to proper orthogonal decomposition. 
Moreover, a Darcy-type approach allows to simultaneously optimize the 
topology of the fluid domain. This is a joint project with the research 
group of Professor Hintermüller located in Berlin at the Weierstrass 
Institute for Applied Analysis and Stochastics. Both groups enjoy a 
history of successful collaboration on other projects relating to 
optimization subject to fluid flow.

Requirements:
The successful candidate requires a master degree in Applied 
Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering or Computational Physics, ideally 
with a strong background in numerical methods for PDEs and nonlinear 
programming, as well as experience in numerical fluid mechanics. Fluency 
in both written and spoken English and the ability to work in an 
interdisciplinary team are mandatory. Additional knowledge in modern 
scientific programming is desired. Very strong problem-solving skills, 
willingness to learn, ability to work independently, 
experience/willingness in writing publications and good presentation 
skills are essential.
Please contact Prof. Dr. Michael Hinze (phone: +49 (0)261/287-2310 or 
e-mail: hinze at uni-koblenz.de) for further information.

It is the policy of the University Koblenz-Landau to increase the 
percentage of female employees. If equally qualified, preference will be 
given to female applicants in fields where they are underrepresented. 
Disabled candidates are given priority, if equally qualified. 
International candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Applications should include a letter of motivation, complete curriculum 
vitae with a list of publications and presentations, certificates etc. 
Please send your application, quoting the reference number Ko 46/2019, 
before April 1st, 2020 by e-mail in a single PDF file to 
bewerbung-K21 at uni-koblenz.de. Applications are accepted until the 
position is filled.
We do not send a confirmation of receipt. In accordance to the 
protection of data privacy all documents will be destroyed after the 
application procedure.

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   Prof. Dr. Michael Hinze
   Modeling, Simulation & Optimization of Complex Systems

   Universität Koblenz-Landau, Campus Koblenz
   Mathematisches Institut
   Universitätsstraße 1
   56070 Koblenz

   Tel.: D-+261/287-2310
   Fax: D-+261/287-2306
   mailto:hinze at uni-koblenz.de
 
https://www.uni-koblenz-landau.de/de/koblenz/fb3/mathe/ueber-uns/mitglieder/professoren/hinze