Four-month Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Application of wavelet-based methods to models of crystal growth
We invite applications for a Postdoctoral Research Assistant, funded by the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) Global Research Partnership, to work with Dr Andreas Muench and Professor Endre Suli in OCCAM in the Mathematical Institute at the University of Oxford. This is a four-month fixed term position and is available from 1 July 2013.
The successful candidate will perform mathematical research on the project outlined in the job description regarding the application of wavelet-based methods to models of crystal growth under the leadership of the investigators. They will write this up for publication and will fully participate in the activities of the research group. They may also be required to teach up to four sets of undergraduate or graduate classes per year.
With a Ph.D. awarded in applied mathematics, or a related discipline the successful candidate will have expertise in materials modelling (in particular diffuse interface models for crystal growth), grain growth and surface diffusion models, and in scientific computing and applied analysis together with the ability to work independently and to pursue research as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Applicants should read the job description document before writing their application. As part of the online application, the applicant will be required to upload a statement setting out how she or he meets the selection criteria, a curriculum vitae including a list of publications and details of teaching experience, a statement of research interests, and the names and contact details of two referees.
Please direct informal enquiries to the Administrative Assistant (email: vacancies [-at-] maths [dot] ox [dot] ac [dot] uk), quoting vacancy reference 107842
Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. To apply for this role and for further details, including a job description and selection criteria, please click on the link below:
https://www.recruit.ox.ac.uk/pls/hrisliverecruit/erq_jobspec_version_4.jobspec?p_id=107842
Only applications received before 12:00 noon UK time on Thursday 9 May 2013 can be considered.
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