The newly established Algorithms and Complexity Theory group headed by 
Prof. Marvin Künnemann at TU Kaiserslautern invites applications for PhD 
positions. The starting date is as soon as possible.
The group's research focuses on recent methods in fine-grained 
complexity theory & algorithm design, giving exciting opportunities to 
explore the complexity landscape of polynomial-time problems. This 
includes both conditional lower bounds as well as algorithm design & 
engineering informed by such lower bounds.
Topics include: fine-grained complexity theory, algorithm engineering, 
graph algorithms, computational geometry, string algorithms, database 
theory, multivariate and parameterized algorithms as well as algorithms 
for large data sets.
Successful applicants will explore algorithmic barriers for 
polynomial-time problems and/or engineer fast algorithms. Background in 
competitive programming is appreciated, but not mandatory.
TU Kaiserslautern offers a strong research environment, an international 
atmosphere and comfortable working & living conditions. There will be 
possibilities for collaborations with other researchers, including 
groups at Max Planck Institute for Software Systems and Max Planck 
Institute for Informatics as well as institutions abroad.
The salary is according to TV-L E13 scale.
TU Kaiserslautern strongly encourages qualified female academics to 
apply. It is a family-friendly university, which offers a high level of 
support to applicants with children. Disabled applicants will be given 
preference when equally qualified (please enclose evidence). TU 
Kaiserslautern values the diversity of its members and enables equal 
opportunities for all.
In case of questions, please feel free to contact Marvin Künnemann 
(kuennemann@cs.uni-kl.de).
To apply, please send an e-mail to kuennemann@cs.uni-kl.de including a 
CV, transcript of records, a thesis draft (if available) and a research 
statement detailing your interests. Candidates will be considered until 
the position is filled.
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