Utrecht University is looking for a PhD candidate to join the department of Mathematics by applying for the PhD Position in Mathematical Foundations of Large Evolving Networks offered for the academic year 2022-2023.

The position offered can be applied for by any interested international or domestic student with an MSc qualification in mathematics, applied mathematics, or any relevant field of study. The candidates, upon selection, will be offered a full-time PhD position for four years with a maximum salary of €3,247. As the PhD candidate, you will research and publish findings in networks, graphs, differential equations, and stochastic processes and provide modest teaching services in English.

Established on 26^th March 1636, one of the oldest universities in the Netherlands, presently ranked 1^st in the Netherlands and 50^th in the world, Utrecht University is a public research university. It is among Europe’s leading research universities, recognized internationally for its high-quality, innovative approach to research and teaching.

Why study at Utrecht University? Utrecht University works towards a better world by researching complex issues beyond the borders of disciplines and putting thinkers in contact with doers to apply new insights. Graduates of Utrecht University study at one of the world’s best universities and gain the best education.

Application Deadline:  Any application received after 19^th September 2022 will not be considered.

Brief Description

• University or Organization: Utrecht University
• Department: Department of Mathematics, Mathematical Institute, Mathematical Modelling
• Course Level: PhD
• Award: €3,247
• Number of Awards: NA
• Access Mode: Online
• Nationality: International and Domestic
• The award can be taken in the Netherlands.

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: All international and domestic students are eligible to apply.
• Eligible Course or Subjects: Students can apply for a PhD study program at the Department of Mathematics, Mathematical Institute, and Mathematical Modelling of the Faculty of Science at Utrecht University.
• Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following/given criteria:
• Preferably your degree has an emphasis on (partial) differential equations and probability, in particular analytical or numerical aspects of evolutionary problems, branching processes, or modeling with measures.
• Candidates in the final stage of obtaining this degree will also be considered.
• Having a good knowledge of Mathematica is considered an advantage.
• How to Apply
• How to Apply: The applicants must submit an online application form for this PhD position. All eligible candidates will be considered.
• Supporting Documents: The students are required to present the following documents to the university:
• your cover letter includes an explanation of why you consider pursuing a PhD in this area
• your Curriculum Vitae
• a list of all courses taken for your bachelor’s and master’s degrees together with grades and explanations of the grades
• if available, a copy of the Bachelor thesis, Master thesis, or a copy of a written work
• the names and contact details of two academic referees, one of which is preferably your master thesis supervisor
• Admission Requirements: The applicants must have an MSc degree in mathematics, applied mathematics, or a related discipline.
• Language Requirement: The students must submit scores of the following English language proficiency tests:
• IELTS – 6.5

Benefits

Utrecht University will offer the selected candidates a full-time position for four years with a gross salary ranging from €2,541 in the first year to €3,247 in the fourth year, an additional 8% holiday bonus, and an 8.3% end-of-year bonus. A pension scheme will also be activated.

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