Marie Sklodowska-Curie Early Stage Researcher/PhD - Applied Mathematics

This position at DIAM forms part of the Marie Sklodowska-Curie Action Innovative Training Network (MSCA-ITN)  Evolutionary Game Theory and Population Dynamics: From Theory to Applications (EvoGamesPlus)  to develop realistic evolutionary game theoretic models of real-world populations.

EvoGamesPlus will train 15 Early Stage Researchers (ESRs).

ESRs wll receive theoretical and practical training and will have the opportunity to work as part of an international, interdisciplinary team based at universities and industrial firmsthroughout Europe and are expected to disseminate the results through publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at international conferences

The TU Delft based ESR will work on the mathematical project "Criticality and self-orgaization of evolutionary games"

In this project differential equation models for self-organizing systems will be investigated and bifurcation theory will be used to identify critical parameter regimes. Subsequently, building on existing minimal nonlinear models, time dependence of the network topology will be included. The resulting models will be applied to other work packages within the ITN network, in particular to the modelling of cancer and finding optimal treatment.

A two-month secondment at Deltares to apply the theory is also envisioned.

The successful candidate will conduct a specified programme of research aligned with the work of the EvoGamesPlus project and the expertise of supervisors at DIAM

We are looking for a persevering and driven person with

1. Good analytical skills in applied mathematics, peferably dynamical systems theory
2. Good numerical skills (knowledge of Python e.g.)
3. Ability to work in a multidisciplinary and diverse team
4. English proficiency

Fixed-term contract: 4 jaar.

TU Delft offers PhD-candidates a 4-year contract, with an official go/no go progress assessment after one year. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, increasing from € 2395 per month in the first year to € 3061 in the fourth year. As a PhD candidate you will be enrolled in the TU Delft Graduate School. The TU Delft Graduate School provides an inspiring research environment with an excellent team of supervisors, academic staff and a mentor. The Doctoral Education Programme is aimed at developing your transferable, discipline-related and research skills.

The TU Delft offers a customisable compensation package, discounts on health insurance and sport memberships, and a monthly work costs contribution. Flexible work schedules can be arranged. For international applicants we offer the Coming to Delft Service and Partner Career Advice to assist you with your relocation.

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