Young researchers with strong background in discrete mathematics are invited to apply. A Ph.D. in mathematics or theoretical computer science is required. Knowledge and experience in graph theory and combinatorics are expected. Knowledge of English is required and some command of German is desired.
Specific research topics include Ramsey-type problems, graph coloring problems, extremal problems in set systems and posets, extremal problems in graphs. Teaching responsibilities of the position might include up to four academic hours per week.
The intended starting date is April 1, 2021. The salary grade is E13. This is a 2-year position with a possible extension. The deadline for application is January 10, 2021 or until the position is filled.
An application should include a curriculum vitae, a publication list, an outline of research interests, and at least two letters of reference. Applications and reference letters should be sent per e-mail to maria.aksenovich@kit.edu with a subject line "Postdoc KIT".
For further inquiries about the positions, please contact Prof. Maria Axenovich: https://www.math.kit.edu/iag6/~axenovich/en
The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) is the result of the merger of the University of Karlsruhe and the Research Center, Karlsruhe. It is a unique institution in Germany, which combines the mission of a university with that of a large-scale research center of the Helmholtz Association. With 9400 employees, 25000 students, and an annual budget of EUR 901 million, KIT is one of the largest research and education institutions worldwide. Karlsruhe is centrally located - with direct and quick train connections to major cities such as Paris, Zurich, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Stuttgart, Cologne, and Munich.
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