[Job-offers-cs] Tenured position at the University of Amsterdam

Tue Apr 19 15:19:14 EEST 2022

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Subject: 	[DMANET] Tenured position at the University of Amsterdam
Date: 	Tue, 12 Apr 2022 19:05:18 +0200
From: 	Jo Ellis-Monaghan <jellismonaghan at gmail.com>
To: 	dmanet at zpr.uni-koeln.de

Apply here:
https://vacatures.uva.nl/UvA/job/Tenured-Position-in-Discrete-Mathematics/745286702/>
Tenured Position in Discrete Mathematics
Faculty/Services: Faculty of Science
Educational level: Promoted
Function type: Academic Staff
Closing date: 30-04-2022
Vacancy number: 8480

The Korteweg-de Vries Institute for Mathematics (KdVI) at the University of
Amsterdam and the Gravitation programme NETWORKS invite applications for a
tenured position as Assistant Professor in Discrete Mathematics or closely
related area.

Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated capacities in
research and have a strong research program well-aligned with the
NETWORKS-programme and the research interests of the Discrete Mathematics
and Quantum Information (DMQI) group at KdVI.

Our intent is to attract top talent from all over the world, ambitious and
motivated scientists who will forward our goal of having a maximal impact
on science and society. We offer a stimulating environment and excellent
conditions for research, tightly connected to challenging educational
programmes.

Research area
The position is in the DMQI group at KdVI and in the context of the
NETWORKS programme. More information about DMQI group can be found*here
<https://kdvi.uva.nl/research/discrete-mathematics-and-quantum-information/discrete-mathematics-and-quantum-information.html>*and
about the NETWORKS programme can be found *here*
<https://www.thenetworkcenter.nl/>

Recently substantial investments in discrete mathematics and quantum
information have been made at KdVI, with the appointments of
several new staff members. We are now searching for an outstanding
candidate to further develop our currently strong position in this area.

The DMQI programme joins two research areas, giving rise to a friendly
research community with rich collaboration opportunities. The group’s work
in discrete mathematics centers on extremal and probabilistic combinatorics
and graph theory, algebraic and topological graph theory, and computational
complexity, with applications in the sciences, especially physics. The
quantum information side focuses on the mathematics of quantum computing
and quantum information processing. The program is tied together by the
deep connections between discrete structures, algebraic methods in discrete
math and quantum information, and the work of several group members bridges
both fields. The discrete mathematics research of the group is particularly
unified by a shared interest in graph polynomials and their applications.

Discrete mathematics and combinatorial optimization play a pivotal role in
the NETWORKS programme since one of the key ambitions of the NETWORKS
programme is to develop algorithms and techniques for networks in an
inherently stochastic and dynamic context, so as to address real world
network problems ranging from air traffic control to understanding the
human brain.

The DMQI group also interfaces with QuSoft, the the Dutch research Centre
for Quantum Software, that explores and develops uses of quantum computers
and other quantum technologies for the benefit of society. Furthermore,
there are strong ties with related groups in the Netherlands through the
national research cluster DIAMANT. Regarding education (both at the master
and PhD level) there is a close connection with LNMB (the national network
for the mathematics of operations research) and Mastermath. Discrete
mathematics and quantum information are popular topics among students at
the University of Amsterdam.

What are you going to do

You are expected to:

- carry out active research in DMQI group, publish in high-level
international journals, present your work at leading conferences
and supervise PhD students;
- take responsibility for and take part in teaching efforts of our
programmes in discrete mathematics and quantum information, including
supervision of undergraduate and graduate students, and teach in the
national master programme;
- engage with the research and organizational activities of the NETWORKS
programme;
- be active in attracting external funding;
- be open to collaborations with other institutes and/or companies,
and to joint research projects both within and beyond KdVI;
- participate in the valorisation of mathematical research.

What do we require

- A PhD in mathematics or closely related field, with experience with
and affinity for research areas closely aligned with the interests of the
DMQI group;
- a strong research vision and a track record of engagement within your
department and across the wider mathematical or scientific community;
- the ability and capacity to develop independent and vigorous
programmes of funded research;
- a keen interest in pursuing excellence in teaching and in supervising
undergraduate and graduate students, witnessed by positive evaluations and
recommendations;
- fluency in English, both written and spoken;
- the ability to teach in Dutch or the willingness to learn Dutch;
- the willingness to acquire the university teaching qualification (BKO)
required by Dutch universities.

For consideration at the senior level, we also expect:

- an encouraging leadership style and a network towards engagement
within your department and across the wider mathematical or scientific
community;
- a high visibility in the mathematical community through conference
organizing, invited talks at leading conferences and other recognitions;
- experience in organizational and administrative skills;
- substantive and successful mentoring experience;
- an excellent track record of publications and research grant
acquisition.

Our offer

The preferred starting date is 1 September 2022. The position will be
filled at the level of Assistant Professor. We offer a temporary contract
for 18 months. Following a positive assessment, the appointment will become
permanent.

The starting salary will be in accordance with university regulations for
academic personnel, and depending on experience and qualifications. It will
range from a minimum of €3,821 gross per month up to a maximum of €5,943
gross per month (salary scale 11-12) based on full-time employment.

Additionally you’ll be given 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year
bonus. A favourable tax agreement, the ‘30% ruling’, may apply to non-Dutch
applicants. The collective labour agreement *Dutch Universities
<https://www.vsnu.nl/en_GB/cao-universiteiten.html is applicable.

Are you curious about our extensive package of secondary employment
benefits like our excellent opportunities for study and development? Take a
look *here
<https://www.uva.nl/en/faculty/faculty-of-science/working-at-the-faculty/working-at-the-faculty-of-science.html>.

Questions

Do you have questions about this vacancy? Or do you want to know more about
our organisation? Please contact:

- Prof. Jo Ellis-Monaghan
- E-mail (prefered): *jellismonaghan at gmail.com
<jellismonaghan at gmail.com>*
- T: +31 (0)20 525 5205

About us

About the Faculty of Science
The *Faculty of Science
<https://www.uva.nl/en/faculty/faculty-of-science/faculty-of-science.html 
has
a student body of around 6,500, as well as 1,600 members of staff working
in education, research or support services. Researchers and students at the
Faculty of Science are fascinated by every aspect of how the world works,
be it elementary particles, the birth of the universe or the functioning of
the brain.

About the Korteweg-de Vries Instituut
The Korteweg-de Vries Instituut voor Wiskunde *(KdV Institute
<http://kdvi.uva.nl/ is the mathematical research institute of the
Faculty of Science of the University of Amsterdam. The KdV Institute offers
a stimulating scientific environment in which research focuses mainly
within the research programmes (1) Algebra, Geometry and Mathematical
Physics, (2) Pure, Applied and Numerical Analysis, and (3) Stochastics. It
also provides the lecturers and instructors for the mathematics teaching
within the Science faculty. The KdV Institute participates in the NWO
research clusters GQT, STAR, NDNS+, DIAMANT, and the NWO-Gravity programmes
NETWORKS and the Quantum Software Consortium. There is formal (and
informal) collaboration with the Centrum voor Wiskunde & Informatica (CWI),
the VU University and the financial industry. The KdVI organises
popularising activities such as ‘Leve de Wiskunde’, Masterclasses and
online webclasses. The KdVI has about 30 faculty members and 40 postdocs
and PhD students.

Job application

The UvA is an equal-opportunity employer. We prioritise diversity and are
committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. We value a
spirit of enquiry and perseverance, provide the space to keep asking
questions, and promote a culture of curiosity and creativity.

The Korteweg-de Vries Institute strives for a better gender balance in its
staff. We therefore strongly encourage women to apply for this position.

The formal closing date is 30 April 2022. Please use the link below
to upload the following information in a single PDF file:

- a letter of motivation (1 page maximum);
- a curriculum vitae, including list of publications and courses taught;
- a research statement (2 pages maximum);
- a teaching statement (1 page maximum);
- a list of three references from different institutes.

*The UvA is an equal-opportunity employer. We prioritize diversity and are
committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. We value a
spirit of enquiry and perseverance, provide the space to keep asking
questions, and promote a culture of curiosity and creativity.*

*If you encounter Error GBB451, reach out to our HR Departmen
<https://www.uva.nl/en/about-the-uva/working-at-the-uva/applicants/error-gbb451/error-gbb451>directly.
They will gladly help you continue your application.*

*No agencies please.*

Apply now »
<https://vacatures.uva.nl/talentcommunity/apply/745286602/?locale=en_GB>
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