We are looking for a strong, motivated PhD student with a background in
mathematics for a four-year project that aims to apply linear algebra
methods to problems about graphs.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The field of Spectral Graph Theory aims to understand to what extent graphs
are characterized by their spectra. Starting from the eigenvalues and
eigenvectors ofa matrix associated to a graph, we seek to deduce
combinatorial properties of the graph. The research of this project is
aimed at advancing the theory of spectral graph theory. The project
investigates questions such as: To what extend is a graph characterizedby
its spectrum? Is the existence of non-isomorphic graphs with the same
spectrum a rare or a common phenomena? Can we use eigenvalues to provide
good and efficient bounds on NP-hard graph parameters?
Dr. Aida Abiad and Prof.dr. Frits Spieksma will supervise the project.
REQUIREMENTS
We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with an MSc in mathematics.
ABOUT TU EINDHOVEN, THE DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND COMPUTER SCIENCE, AND
THE COMBINATORIAL OPTIMIZATION GROUP
The TU Eindhoven (TU/e) was established in 1956 as a polytechnic. It has
grown into a university with nine departments. The TU/e now has
approximately 3000 employees (incl. PhD students) and 8000 BSc and MSc
students. The TU/e campus is in the center of Eindhoven. Our Department
offers several bachelor and master programs, all of which are taught in
English. The Combinatorial Optimization group provides a dynamic
international research atmosphere.
BEING A PhD STUDENT IN THE NETHERLANDS
In the Netherlands, every PhD student gets paid a salary; no additional
grants are needed. Moreover, although PhD students sometimes take courses,
there is no minimum requirement. Hence, PhD students are more like
employees than like students. Indeed, the Dutch word for PhD student
translates to "research trainee". The work of a PhD student may include
assisting in courses of BSc or MSc programs of the department. This amounts
to around 10% of the time; the remaining time is spent on research and
research-related activities. Foreign PhD students need not speak Dutch: it
is easy to get by with English, not only at the university but also in
everyday life.
WHAT WE OFFER
We offer a PhD position in Algebraic Graph Theory. Gross salary ranges from
€ 2.325 per month in the first year increasing up to € 2.972 in the fourth
year. The TU Eindhoven offers a broadpackage of fringe benefits (e.g.
excellent technical infrastructure, child daycare and excellent sports
facilities).
FURTHER INFORMATION
For more information about the project or about the working conditions,
please contact Aida Abiad (a.abiad.monge@tue.nl), or Frits Spieksma (
f.c.r.spieksma@tue.nl ).
HOW TO APPLY
Applications should be done through the following website:
https://jobs.tue.nl/en/vacancy/phd-position-in-algebraic-graph-theory-at-tu-eindhoven-850544.html
Besides personal and contact information, you should upload three PDF
documents:
* a letter of motivation (named motivation.pdf)
* a CV (named cv.pdf)
* a list of courses and grades (named courses.pdf)
Do not upload any other documents.
Closing Date: 10 May 2020
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