The Institute of Algorithms and Complexity at TUHH: Hamburg University
of Technology (www.algo.tuhh.de) in Hamburg, Germany offers an exciting
opportunity to work as a PhD student at the forefront of
algorithms/optimization and quantum computing.
The successful candidate will research algorithms --- both quantum and
classic, quantum-inspired algorithms --- for discrete/combinatorial
optimization problems, mathematical programming, algorithmic game
theory, or related field. We provide close supervision and support by a
panel of established professors and scientists. Transferable skills and
career development are an integral part of the PhD program. The working
language of the institute is English.
The position is part of the Hamburg Quantum Computing Project
(https://www.physik.uni-hamburg.de/en/iqp/hqc/about-hqc.html), which is
co-financed by the European Union. Hamburg offers a vibrant and diverse
environment in quantum computing, both on the physics side as well as
the software/algorithms side. Indeed, Hamburg is considered the Quantum
Innovation Capital (https://www.hqic.de/de/), with an entire academic
and industrial eco-system on quantum computing. Thus, there are many
opportunities for academic and industrial transfer at the forefront of
the quantum computing revolution.
This is a full-time position (100%) which comes with an employment
contract for 3 years and social security. The salary of the position is
determined according to level TV-L E-13 of the German public sector. The
exact amount of salary depends on experience, family circumstances, tax
classification and other factors. Travel funding is available, for
attending conferences and workshops, and visiting other researchers.
The successful candidate will join the TUHH Institute for Algorithms and
Complexity (www.algo.tuhh.de), whose research covers a broad spectrum of
algorithmic research; this includes algorithmic game theory,
combinatorial optimization, approximation and parameterized algorithms,
and applications in operations research and discrete mathematics. The
Institute for Algorithms and Complexity at TU Hamburg currently hosts
several international researchers, so English is used on a daily basis
as a working language.
The institute is located in the newly built Hamburg Innovation Port
(www.hamburg-innovation-port.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/01-HIPtuhhlog...),
which is located right at the Harburg harbour with great views of the
harbour and Hamburg's famous opera house (Elbphilharmonie). Several
other computer science institutes of the TU Hamburg are located in the
area, as well as DASHH - Data Science in Hamburg, the Helmholtz Graduate
School for the Structure of Matter, and the German Air and Space
Research Center (DLR). They are all located in the Free and Hanseatic
City of Hamburg, which is Germany's second largest city, home to a
population of about 1.8 million people. The city is famous for its wide
offers of entertainment, culture and attractions, with several
universities and much research in algorithms.
Hamburg University of Technology (TUHH) is one of the leading technical
universities in Germany, with almost 10,000 students in various
engineering subjects. It is part of Germany's national Strategy of
Excellence. Its goal is to develop Technology for Humanity. For its
staff, it offers several attractive benefits, including a sports centre
on campus, family-friendly working hours, healthy campus initiatives,
and German classes for internationals.
An excellent Masters degree --- either already obtained or to be
completed soon --- in (Applied) Mathematics, Computer Science,
Operations Research, Engineering or related field is required. Affinity
with optimization, algorithms, or discrete mathematics is preferred. In
particular, background in algorithms and complexity, or mathematical
optimization is appreciated. Programming experience is considered a plus.
Interested individuals should submit their applications by 8 June 2025.
For a full job description and details on how to apply see
https://www.tuhh.de/algo/jobs/phd-positions.
Hamburg University of Technology regards diversity as an integral part
of academic excellence and is committed to employment equity and
accessibility for all employees. As such, we encourage applications from
women, persons with disabilities, members of diverse gender identities,
and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
In Hamburg, you will have the opportunity to work across disciplines and
collaborate with an international community of scholars and a diverse
student body.
