Constructor University (formerly Jacobs University) is a private, state-accredited, English-language university in Bremen. We offer Bachelor, Master, and PhD programs in three schools: School of Science, School of Computer Science and Engineering, and School of Business, Social and Decision Sciences. Our principles are first-class teaching and research, international diversity, and transdisciplinary cooperation. According to the 2024 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, Constructor University is among the top 25 percent out of more than 1900 universities worldwide and is ranked as the second most international university in the world. As an international university, we attract highly talented and open-minded students from all over the world. Currently, over 1,600 students from 110 nations live and study on our residential campus.

Become part of our Constructor Community in the north of Bremen as a

PhD Candidate in Mathematics (Discrete Mathematics and Combinatorics) (m/f/d)

(Full-time 38,5 hours/week, limited for 3 years)

Your tasks:

• Conduct doctoral research in discrete mathematics, with emphasis on combinatorial and structural aspects of graphs, maps, or related objects.
• Study exact enumeration and classification problems for constrained combinatorial structures.
• Explore connections between combinatorics, topology, and algebra.
• Develop and implement exact or symbolic algorithms for combinatorial problems.
• Prepare scientific publications and a doctoral dissertation.
• Participate in research seminars, workshops, and international conferences.

Your profile:

• Master’s degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, or a closely related discipline.
• Solid background in discrete mathematics, combinatorics, graph theory, or algebra.
• Strong analytical skills and interest in theoretical research.
• Motivation to pursue a PhD in a research-oriented international environment.
• Programming experience is an advantage but not required.
• Very good command of written and spoken English.

What you can expect at Constructor University:

Constructor University consistently achieves top results in national and international university rankings.

In the CHE Ranking, the most comprehensive and detailed ranking of the German-speaking higher education landscape, Constructor University has achieved top placements every year since its first participation in 2005.

We are an international, world-class private university embarking on an exciting journey of growth and expanding our portfolio. Join us and become a part of our global teams!

• The result counts: trust working hours for work-life balance
• Individual onboarding, support, and development planning
• Corporate fitness with EGYM Well Pass (formerly Qualitrain)
• Green campus with extensive dining options and recreation areas, take the tour: Campus
• Constructor University has comprehensive sustainability and environmental programs

Constructor University unequivocally guarantees the academic freedom of every member of the faculty, as well as every other member of the Constructor University community. We encourage diversity in the University in ethnic, cultural, social, religious, political, and national backgrounds, as well as in individual lifestyle. Constructor University offers full equality of opportunity to all qualified applicants and is an equal opportunity employer.

Your application:

For any further information regarding this position, please contact Prof. Alexander Omelchenko via Email (aomelchenko@constructor.university).

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