PhD Position in Discrete Mathematics at Euro Math Soc

5 days ago


Umeå, Västerbotten, Sweden Euro Math Soc Full time

Research Opportunity in Discrete Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics at Euro Math Soc is seeking a highly motivated and talented individual to fill a PhD position in discrete mathematics and combinatorics. This is a four-year research opportunity that will involve participation in research projects and third-cycle courses.

Research Focus:

The successful candidate will conduct research in discrete mathematics and combinatorics, with a focus on one or more of the following areas:

  1. Ramsey Theory: The study of unavoidable substructures in large systems, including graphs, hypergraphs, integer sequences, and set families.
  2. Extremal Graph and Hypergraph Theory: The study of the maximum number of edges of graphs and hypergraphs avoiding certain forbidden subconfigurations.

Research Environment:

The Department of Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics at Euro Math Soc has a large and active research group in discrete mathematics, with a weekly seminar and frequent research visitors. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in and contribute to the research group's activities.

Working Conditions:

Umeå offers excellent working and living conditions, with a young and vibrant city surrounded by forests, lakes, and the sea. The city provides a wide range of opportunities for both indoor and outdoor activities.



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