PhD Student

Last application date
Feb 29, 2024 00:00
Department
TW18 - Department of Industrial Systems Engineering and Product Design
Contract
Limited duration
Degree
Master of Science in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science Engineering, Mathematical Informatics, Business Engineering, or equivalent.
Occupancy rate
100%
Vacancy type
Research staff

Job description

The research group Industrial Systems Engineering (ISyE) of Ghent University is recruiting a Ph.D. student to join its Optimization team. This team applies Operations Research tools and techniques for the design and optimization of production and logistical processes in complex supply chains. Based on a solid expertise in exact and metaheuristic algorithms, integrated optimization and simulation-based solutions are developed. Specifically, the Ph.D. position is open in the research track on the integration of production planning, inventory control and vehicle routing

  • At least 90% of your assignment will be spent on academic research in preparation of a doctoral dissertation. The research will focus on developing smart algorithms for integrated planning of production and distribution processes in supply chains.
  • Occasionally, you will assist in the research team's teaching activities, specifically in master courses on Operations Research and Supply Chain Engineering.
  • You will contribute to the internal and external services of the department.

Job profile

  • You hold a degree of Master of Science in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science Engineering, Mathematical Informatics, Business Engineering, or equivalent.
  • You have experience in mathematical modelling of combinatorial optimization problems and implementing solution methods based on exact algorithms and/or (meta)heuristics
  • You are proficient in one or more programming languages (C++, Python, Java, …) and eager to further improve your algorithmic programming skills
  • You are interested in academic and/or project-based research and development.
  • Prior research experience or participation in extra training, conferences, etc. is recommended.
  • Your English is fluent, both speaking and writing. Knowledge of Dutch is considered a plus.
  • You have excellent teaching and communication skills.

Offer

  • A full-time position as a doctoral fellow, consisting of an initial period of 12 months, which - after a positive evaluation - will be extended to a total maximum of 48 months.
  • Your contract will start on 01/03/2024 at the earliest.
  • You get the opportunity to present your research results at international conferences and publish it in scientific journals.
  • The fellowship amount is 100% of the net salary of an AAP member in equal family circumstances. The individual fellowship amount is determined by the Department of Personnel and Organization based on family status and seniority. A grant that meets the conditions and criteria of the regulations for doctoral fellowships is considered free of personal income tax.
  • All Ghent University staff members enjoy several benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of holiday leave (on an annual basis for a full-time job) supplemented by annual fixed bridge days, bicycle allowance and eco vouchers.

How to apply

Submit your application by email to Prof. Birger Raa at birger.raa@ugent.be.
Please include the following: your CV, motivation letter, copy of your diploma (if already in your possession), list of publications (if available) and any reference letters.