PhD position “Optimization under Uncertainty”

Job description

You will work within the Department of Operations in the field of Operations Research on the topic of multistage stochastic optimization problems with integer decision variables. The goal of the PhD project is to develop and implement new exact and approximate solution methods for these highly relevant but challenging problems. In addition, performance guarantees for these new solution methods will be derived.

This position is part of a larger research project “Discrete Decision Making under Uncertainty”, in which researchers work on developing new theory, algorithms, and case studies for discrete decision-making problems under uncertainty. For example, the newly developed algorithms will be applied to real-life cases such as designing a sustainable hydrogen supply chain for the Northern Netherlands and asset liability management for pension funds.

About the University of Groningen

Since its foundation in 1614, the University of Groningen has enjoyed an international reputation as a dynamic and innovative centre of higher education offering high-quality teaching and research. Balanced study and career paths in a wide variety of disciplines encourage the approximately 34,000 students and researchers to develop their own individual talents. Belonging to the best research universities in Europe and joining forces with prestigious partner universities and networks, the University of Groningen is truly an international place of knowledge.

About the Faculty of Economics and Business

The Faculty of Economics and Business has an inspiring study and working environment for students and employees. International accreditation enables the Faculty to assess performance against the highest international standards. It also creates an exciting environment of continuous improvement. FEB's programmes, academic staff and research do well on various excellence ranking lists.

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates with

• A master’s degree in Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Mathematics or related fields.
• A background in the Mathematics of Operations Research.
• English writing and presentation skills.

Organisation

Conditions of employment

The full-time appointment is temporary for a period of in principle four years, under the condition of a positive assessment at the end of the first year. The gross monthly starting salary is € 2,901 which increases yearly to a maximum of € 3,707. Based on the gross salary you will receive an additional 8% holiday allowance each year in May, and an additional 8.3 % end of year bonus in December.