Postdoctoral position in Solving structural topology optimization problems by polynomial programming

• Ph.D. degree (obtained not more than 7 years ago or to be obtained soon) in mathematical optimization, structural optimization, computational mechanics, solid mechanics, structural mechanics, or a related field, 
• Co-author of at least 3 papers published in journals with impact factor, 
• Professional proficiency in the English language is required. 

Candidates should have a proven background in some or, ideally, all of the following areas:

• Mathematical optimization,
• Computational mechanics of materials and structures,
• Topology optimization,
• Code development skills, preferably in MATLAB, C++, or a related programming language.

We offer:

• Collaboration with Dr. Marek Tyburec and Prof. Jan Zeman.
• Full appointment for two years.
• Gross salary of 62K CZK monthly; see the Numbeo database for the cost of living in Prague.
• An informal and inclusive international working environment at the Department of Mechanics, Faculty of Civil Engineering and the Open Mechanics Group.
• Office facilities located on the Czech Technical University in Prague’s Dejvice campus. Prague regularly ranks among the top five European cities to live in (cf. Time Out Magazine index for 2022).
• Full social and health insurance.
• 30 days of paid annual leave.
• Children’s corner, kindergarten, and elementary school operated by the Czech Technical University in Prague.
• Additional benefits such as subsidized meals, yearly benefits supporting recreational and sports activities, as well as health care programs.
• Relocation assistance via the EURAXESS Czech Republic office.

• Ph.D. degree (obtained no more than 7 years ago or to be obtained soon) in computational mechanics, solid mechanics, structural mechanics, mechanics of materials, or a related field, 
• Co-author of at least 3 papers published in journals with impact factor, 
• Professional proficiency in the English language is required.

Interested candidates are invited to use the provided link to submit their applications:

https://forms.gle/g6DRsEyhXvJVnbJ78 

The application package should contain the following:

• The completed application form available above,
• Academic curriculum vitae, including a detailed list of publications,
• A recommendation letter,
• A motivation letter (up to two pages) stating personal goals and research interests,
• Date when your Ph.D. was awarded or the expected date of your Ph.D. thesis defense,
• A copy of or a link to your Ph.D. thesis,
• A copy of the Ph.D. certificate.

For full consideration, complete applications must be received by 30 November 2023. We reserve the right to disregard incomplete applications.

Applications will be assessed by a committee based on documents sent by applicants. The mentor has a strong vote in the selection process.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue no later than 14 December 2023, when the evaluation committee will invite shortlisted candidates to the interview stage (in-person for applicants living in the Czech Republic; remote for all other candidates).

By submitting an application form, the candidate agrees to the processing of personal data for the purposes of the selection procedure following the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 and, in particular, to the distribution of the submitted materials in the electronic form to the members of the selection committee.

Czech Technical University in Prague now offers a new fellowship program, the CTU Global Postdoc Fellowship. This new and attractive two-year fellowship program offers excellent researchers who have recently completed their Ph.D. the chance to continue their research career at CTU. Fellows receive a two-year fellowship and become members of a team led by a mentor. The fellowship primarily aims at external international scientists who are currently conducting research abroad, but national candidates are also eligible. 

For more information

• About the fellowship program and research topics: please feel free to contact Jan Zeman at jan.zeman@cvut.cz.
• About employment conditions or living in Prague: please consult the comprehensive info collected by EURAXESS Czech Republic or contact Eliška Blümlová at eliska.blumlova@fsv.cvut.cz.