卢森堡大数据数值优化博后职位

The University of Luxembourg has the following vacancy at the Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine (LCSB):

Research Associate (Post Doc) on project in large-scale numerical optimization
· Fixed-term contract, duration up to 3 years, 40h/week
· Start date: as soon as possible
· Ref.: R-AGR-3146-10-C

Area: Large-scale numerical optimization

Role:
Exploitation, development, and dissemination of optimization methods for biological problems, specifically
· Exploitation of existing optimization methods with high-performance computing
o Evaluate and tailor existing software to maximize performance for medium to large-scale problems
o Parallelize existing optimization methods for large to huge-scale problems
· Implement and benchmark the new algorithms by high-performance computing
o Develop and disseminate open-source software for medium to large-scale problems
· Assistance in PhD student supervision.
· Writing of grant applications, project reports, and scientific papers.
· Close collaboration and knowledge exchange with national and international collaborators.

Profile:
· A PhD in mathematics, applied mathematics, computational engineering, mathematical engineering, or a related discipline.
· A comprehensive understanding of and evidence of primary research within numerical optimization is essential.
· Experience with development of numerical software is essential.
· Experience with efficient numerical solution of large-scale optimization problems is essential.
· No knowledge of biology is expected, but a willingness to work as part of an interdisciplinary team is essential.
· Excellent written English is essential.

Offer:
· A fully funded position with a very competitive salary.
· An opportunity to join the Molecular Systems Physiology Group within the Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine with an international and interdisciplinary ethos.

The University is an equal opportunity employer.

Further Information
Informal enquiries can be made to:
Prof. Ines Thiele,
Molecular Systems Physiology Group,
Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine.
http://wwwen.uni.lu/lcsb/research/mol_systems_physiology

Applications (in English) should contain the following documents:
· A detailed curriculum vitae
· Cover letter mentioning the reference number
· List of publications
· Description of past research experience and how future interests complement the proposed role
· Name and addresses of three referees