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Full-time research associate (E-13) position (deadline: February 2, 2024)
The Distributed Computing Group at Humboldt University of Berlin, Germany, is looking for a
Full-Time Research Associate in Distributed Algorithms (TV-L 13), PhD or Postdoc level
starting from April 1, 2024. The position is for two years.
The Distributed Computing Group at HU Berlin conducts research broadly in the theoretical foundations of distributed computing, including
- distributed graph algorithms,
- fault-tolerant coordination algorithms,
- randomised algorithms and stochastic dynamics,
- simulation and mathematical analysis of discrete, stochastic dynamics in, e.g., biology.
Successful applicants will:
- conduct research in the area of distributed computing, distributed algorithms, and related areas,
- develop techniques for the design and analysis of distributed algorithms and proving lower bounds in distributed computing,
- publish research results in renowned journals and the proceedings of leading international conferences,
- participate in teaching of the Chair of Distributed Computing, and
- take tasks for advancing their own academic qualifications.
Applicants should have:
- an excellent MSc degree (for a PhD level position) or an excellent PhD (for Postdoc level position) in computer science, mathematics, or related fields
- knowledge in the fields of theoretical computer science, discrete mathematics and/or discrete stochastic processes
- expertise in the design and analysis of algorithms, lower bounds, and/or discrete stochastic processes,
- experience with solving mathematical and algorithmic problems
- excellent scientific communication and writing skills in English.
HU Berlin provides:
- an outstanding research environment at one of Germany's selected excellence universities,
- the chance to conduct foundational research, with the goal of a doctorate or a postdoctoral qualification,
- flexible working conditions,
- a full-time position with a competitive TV-L 13 salary.
To apply and for further information, please contact Prof. Joel Rybicki <joel.rybicki@hu-berlin.de>. Applications should include the following information in a single PDF document:
- a cover letter, explaining your research interests and why you are interested in working in the group,
- an academic CV,
- transcripts for your completed degrees,
- an academic writing sample (e.g., MSc thesis for PhD level position and two selected papers and/or PhD thesis for postdoc level position),
- contact details for at least two senior academics who are ready to provide a recommendation letter.
Please send your application by quoting the reference number AN/002/24.
Please see here for the official call: https://haushalt-und-personal.hu-berlin.de/de/personal/stellenausschreibungen/wissenschaftliche-r-mitarbeiter-in-m-w-d-befristet-fuer-2-jahre-e-13-tv-l-hu