[Job-offers-cs] Postdoc position in discrete optimization, Technical University of Munich (TUM)

[Pekka Orponen]

*Postdoc position in discrete optimization*


Technical University of Munich (TUM)


for 2 years, 100%, starting February 1, 2026  (negotiable)


A postdoc position is available in the group “Combinatorial 
Optimization” of Andreas Wiese at the Technical University of Munich in 
the Department of Mathematics. We are looking for a candidate who is 
interested in topics like combinatorial optimization, operations 
research, approximation algorithms, or discrete mathematics.

The position is a full-time position for 2 years, paid according to the 
Federal German payment scale TV-L 13 (100% position). The exact salary 
depends on academic experience, family situation, tax classification, 
etc. Travel support for attending conferences, workshops, etc., is of 
course available.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work within a 
vibrant, interdisciplinary, and international research environment on 
the Garching campus of the Technical University of Munich, with several 
groups working in theoretical computer science, optimization, operations 
research, engineering, and related fields. Her/his activities will 
include conducting research with other group members and external 
collaborators, teaching, and participating in other group activities. 
Also, the candidate might be in charge of light administrative tasks, 
e.g., taking responsibility for the websites of the group. Proficiency 
in German is not required.

The ideal candidate holds an excellent PhD degree in mathematics, 
computer science, or a related area and should have a strong publication 
record. Solid English skills, both oral and in writing, are expected. In 
addition, the successful candidate is highly self-motivated and has a 
good ability to work both independently and in a team.

We explicitly encourage applications from women as well as from all 
others who would bring additional diversity dimensions to the 
university's research and teaching strategies. Preference will be given 
to candidates with disabilities who have essentially the same 
qualifications.

If you have any questions about the position, please feel free to 
contact Andreas Wiese (andreas.wiese at tum.de).


Please send your application with the subject line “PostDoc Discrete 
optimization” as a single PDF document to Angelika Hass (hass at ma.tum.de).


Your applications should include

- a detailed CV, including a list of publications, and previous teaching 
experience

- a 1-2 page research statement describing research interests and goals

- names and email addresses of 2-3 academic references


Applications will be reviewed starting from November 1, 2025, until the 
position is filled.



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