[DMANET] PhD position, "Phylogenetic incongruence at the limits of algorithmic graph theory"

Dear DMANET colleagues,

Please feel free to forward this to anyone you think might be interested. The PhD position will be based at the Department of Knowledge Engineering (DKE) at Maastricht University, in the Netherlands. It
is funded by an NWO TOP grant.

Kind regards,

Steven Kelk

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* PhD position: Phylogenetic incongruence at the limits of algorithmic graph theory
https://www.academictransfer.com/employer/UM/vacancy/22172/lang/en/

Phylogenetics is the science of inferring plausible evolutionary histories, often modelled as trees but also (increasingly) as directed acyclic graphs, from partial data. This gives rise to formidable combinatorial optimization problems. Due to their fundamental character, successfully resolving these problems is likely to have a wider impact in algorithmic graph theory. The research will include themes such as approximation algorithms, fixed parameter tractability and exponential-time algorithms.

The PhD fellow should have a strong MSc-level background in mathematics, computer science, operations research or a related discipline. Candidates with expertise in any/all of the following topics are particularly welcome: combinatorial optimization, (algorithmic) graph theory, discrete mathematics, theoretical computer science. Knowledge of computational biology is not necessary, although affinity with this field will be appreciated. Candidates must be comfortable with writing and speaking in English.

For full instructions on how to apply, and on conditions, please follow the Academic Transfer link shown above.

Deadline is April 7th.
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