Subject: NA Digest, V. 19, # 44 NA Digest Sunday, November 17, 2019 Volume 19 : Issue 44 Today's Editor: Daniel M. Dunlavy Sandia National Labs [log in to unmask] Today's Topics: Cryptography and Coding, UK, Dec 2019 Extended Liquid Crystalline Systems, USA, Dec 2019 StanCon 2020, USA, Aug 2020 Full Professor Position, Applied or Computational Math, Univ of Connecticut Faculty Position, Numerical Analysis (W3), Ruhr-University Bochum Faculty and Postdoc Positions, Univ of California Merced Tenure-track Position, Data Science, George Mason Open Research Associate Position, SISSA mathLab, Trieste, Italy Postdoc Position, Computational Mathematics, Clemson Univ Postdoc Position, Interface between UQ and ML, SCI Institute, Univ of Utah PhD/Postdoc Position, Nonsmooth shape optimization, TU Chemnitz, Germany Postdoc and PhD Positions, Numerical Analysis, Univ of Jena, Germany PhD Position, Univ of Queensland and Boeing PhD Position, Upscaling of Two-Phase Porous Media Flow PhD Positions, School of Computing, Univ of Leeds CFP, Special Issue, Fractal-Based Analysis and Application Subscribe, unsubscribe, change address, or for na-digest archives: http://www.netlib.org/na-digest-html/faq.html Submissions for NA Digest: http://icl.utk.edu/na-digest/ ------------------------------------------------------- From: Pamela Bye [log in to unmask] Date: November 15, 2019 Subject: Cryptography and Coding, UK, Dec 2019 17th IMA International Conference on Cryptography and Coding 16 - 18 December 2019, St Anne's College, University of Oxford The Early bird fees are available until 18 November 2019 Registration will close by midnight on Monday 9 December. The mathematical theory and practice of both cryptography and coding underpins the provision of effective security and reliability for data communication, processing and storage. This seventeenth International Conference in an established and successful IMA series on the theme of "Cryptography and Coding" solicits presentations on all technical aspects of cryptography and coding. Website Link: https://tinyurl.com/IMACRYPTOANDCODING Registration is open via https://my.ima.org.uk/ Registration will close by midnight on Monday 9 December, for any enquiries after this date please contact the Conferences Team. ------------------------------------------------------- From: Sigal Gottlieb [log in to unmask] Date: November 13, 2019 Subject: Extended Liquid Crystalline Systems, USA, Dec 2019 There is still funding available for travel and lodging for an ICERM workshop on "Numerical Methods and New Perspectives for Extended Liquid Crystalline Systems" to be held in Providence, RI on Dec 9-13, 2019. This workshop provides an interdisciplinary platform for computational and experimental research in extended LC-like systems, and how these approaches can yield new theoretical insight for novel LC systems. For more information and to apply for funding please see https://icerm.brown.edu/topical_workshops/tw19-7-elcs/ ------------------------------------------------------- From: Yi Zhang [log in to unmask] Date: November 13, 2019 Subject: StanCon 2020, USA, Aug 2020 StanCon 2020 will take place at Oregon State University on Aug 11-14, 2020. This is the annual event for Bayesian probabilistic programming language Stan(https://mc-stan.org/) and its applications. There will be two days of tutorials followed by two days of talks, open discussions, and statistical modeling. Up-to-date details at https://mc-stan.org/events/stancon2020 Schedule for tutorials, sessions, and contributed talks will be available soon. Once we have details, we'll make a request for proposals. For those that plan early: Tutorials: we're seeking proposals for half-day or full-day tutorials. These can either be focused on foundations of Stan programming and Bayesian inference or advanced topics that can be for a niche audience. Proposals must describe the content and objectives of the tutorial. Sessions: we're seeking proposals for thematic sessions. Sessions run in parallel on Thursday afternoon and Friday morning. Sessions will be 5 talks. Proposals must describe the theme, content, and a list of potential speakers. Contributed talks: if you'd like to present your work at StanCon 2020, we're looking for people to talk either in the general session or in one of the parallel sessions. Full details on what, how, and when to submit will be available shortly. If you have any questions or are considering submitting a proposal, feel free to reach out early at [log in to unmask] ------------------------------------------------------- From: Dmitriy Leykekhman [log in to unmask] Date: November 12, 2019 Subject: Full Professor Position, Applied or Computational Math, Univ of Connecticut The Department of Mathematics within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Connecticut invites applications for a full- time faculty position at the rank of Full Professor in Mathematics beginning in Fall 2020. Priority will be given to researchers in applied or computational mathematics, with strong interdisciplinary activity. The successful candidate would be expected to have a vigorous externally funded research program and to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the mathematics department. Candidates currently holding Associate Professorships are also encouraged to apply. Minimum Qualifications: A Ph.D. or an equivalent foreign degree in mathematics or a closely related area. Demonstrated evidence of excellence as an educator and a well-funded research program. Preferred Qualifications: An outstanding research program in applied or computational mathematics, with a strong interdisciplinary component. Appointment Terms: This position is a full-time, nine (9) month position with a start date of August 23, 2020. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. To Apply: Please apply online at MathJobs (http://mathjobs.org). Submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, description of research program, statement of philosophy as educator and scholar, and at least four letters of reference, one of which addresses the applicant's teaching. Only complete applications with all required materials will be considered and reviewed. Evaluation of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Questions or requests for further information should be sent to the Hiring Committee at [log in to unmask] ------------------------------------------------------- From: Ruediger Verfuerth [log in to unmask] Date: November 11, 2019 Subject: Faculty Position, Numerical Analysis (W3), Ruhr-University Bochum Ruhr-Universitat Bochum (RUB) is one of Germany's leading research universities. The University draws its strengths from both the diversity and the proximity of scientific and engineering disciplines on a single, coherent campus. This highly dynamic setting enables students and researchers to work across traditional boundaries of academic subjects and faculties. The Department of Mathematics at Ruhr-University Bochum invites applications for the position of a PROFESSOR FOR NUMERICS (SALARY SCALE W3) to start as soon as possible. We are looking for a scientist with a strong track record in a current area of numerics. The candidate is expected to conduct and publish innovative research and be an effective lecturer and mentor of both undergraduate and graduate students. We are looking for a scientist with an internationally visible research profile that complements the existing research expertise of the department and of the interdisciplinary collaborative research expertise at the Ruhr-University Bochum and the University Alliance Ruhr. Teaching responsibilities will include service teaching duties of the Department of Mathematics. Positive evaluation as a junior professor or equivalent academic achievement (e.g. habilitation) and evidence of special aptitude are as much required as the willingness to participate in the self-governing bodies of the RUB. We expect: strong commitment to academic teaching at graduate and undergraduate level; readiness to participate in interdisciplinary research; willingness and proven ability to attract external funding; readiness to contribute to joint research projects of the department. The Ruhr-University Bochum is an equal opportunity employer. Complete applications including CV, copies of academic certificates, lists of publications and research funding, list of self-raised third-party funds, teaching record, and a statement of research interests should be sent by E-Mail to the Dean of the Department of Mathematics, Prof. Dr. Peter Eichelsbacher; [log in to unmask] not later than December 15th 2019. Further information can be obtained at our website at http://www.ruhr-uni- bochum.de/ffm/. ------------------------------------------------------- From: Camille Carvalho [log in to unmask] Date: November 15, 2019 Subject: Faculty and Postdoc Positions, Univ of California Merced The Applied Math Department at the University of California currently has 2 faculty positions and postdoctoral position (see below for details) 1)Tenure-Track Assistant Teaching Professor in Applied Mathematics (University of California Merced) Interested candidates can contact Lei Yue ([log in to unmask]) and/or apply at https://aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/JPF00894 2)Assistant Professor in Applied Mathematics (University of California Merced) Interested candidates can contact Mayya Tokman([log in to unmask]) and/or apply at https://aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/JPF00891 3) Post-Doctoral Scholar - Applied Math Interested candidates can contact Arnold Kim ([log in to unmask]) and/or apply at https://aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/JPF00898 ------------------------------------------------------- From: Vadim Sokolov [log in to unmask] Date: November 13, 2019 Subject: Tenure-track Position, Data Science, George Mason The George Mason University Department of Systems Engineering and Operations Research (SEOR) within the Volgenau School of Engineering invites applications for multiple tenure-track or tenured faculty positions beginning fall 2020. Senior candidates with established records of outstanding research and excellent teaching will be eligible for tenured associate professor or professor positions. George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates who will enrich Mason's academic and culturally inclusive environment to apply. We are seeking exceptional candidates in all areas of systems engineering and operations research. We are particularly interested in candidates with strong foundations in data-driven decision making, optimization, stochastic modeling, and analytics. For full consideration, applicants must apply for position number F463AZ; at http://jobs.gmu.edu/ (position is expected to appear on the website by Oct. 25 or shortly thereafter); complete and submit the online application; and upload a statement of professional goals including your perspective on teaching and research (to attach as 'Other Doc'), a complete CV with publications, a statement on what diversity and inclusion means to you (to attach as 'Other Doc'), and the names of three professional references. The review of applications will begin January 6, 2020 and continue until the position is filled. ------------------------------------------------------- From: Gianluigi Rozza [log in to unmask] Date: November 16, 2019 Subject: Open Research Associate Position, SISSA mathLab, Trieste, Italy One new open position as research associate at SISSA, International School for Advanced Studies, Mathematics Area, mathLab, Trieste, Italy (mathlab.sissa.it) is available with deadline on December 5, 2019 by 1PM (Rome time): info to apply https://www.sissa.it/bandi/selezione-pubblica-titoli-conferimento-di-n-1-assegno-di- ricerca-area-matematic\ a-ref-profrozza The position is in the framework of European Research Council H2020 Project AROMA-CFD: Advanced Reduced Order Methods with Applications in Computational Fluid Dynamics, GA 681447, PI Prof. Gianluigi Rozza (people.sissa.it/grozza). Topics at large: computational fluid dynamics, fluid-structure interactions, multi-physics, optimisation, control, reduced order methods, data assimilation, uncertainty quantification, computational mechanics, scientific computing, programming, offline-online computing. Competences: scientific computing and programming, numerical analysis, CFD Further appreciated competences: data science, computer science, HPC. First availability to start: ASAP Duration: one year (extension is possible) ------------------------------------------------------- From: Timo Heister [log in to unmask] Date: November 16, 2019 Subject: Postdoc Position, Computational Mathematics, Clemson Univ I would like to ask for you help in making colleagues and students aware of a new postdoc position to work on projects in numerical methods for finite element discretizations at Clemson University related to the deal.II and ASPECT open source projects. Start date is flexible but can be as early as January. For more information, please see: https://apply.interfolio.com/70228 ------------------------------------------------------- From: Mike Kirby [log in to unmask] Date: November 11, 2019 Subject: Postdoc Position, Interface between UQ and ML, SCI Institute, Univ of Utah The Scientific Computing and Imaging (SCI) Institute at the University of Utah and the Center for Multiscale Modeling of Electronic Materials (MSME) invites applications for one post-doctoral researcher for interdisciplinary work spanning applied mathematics, computer science and material sciences. The successful candidate will perform research in the application of uncertainty quantification (UQ) and machine learning (ML) techniques to multiscale algorithms developed at both the continuum level and molecular dynamics level, and will work closely with SCI Institute researchers and external collaborators to integrate research into SCI Institute software applications and apply this software to compelling problems in science and engineering. Previous postdocs who have held this position benefited from its interdisciplinary nature: placing individuals with strong applied mathematics and computing skills at the interface of realistic and compelling engineering problems involving electronic storage devices (batteries and fuel cells) and electronic devices and methodologies (such as optimization of plasmonic nanoparticles). This position has three main responsibilities: 1) Development and mathematical analysis of uncertainty quantification and machine learning techniques for various multiscale systems: from the continuous level down the scales to molecular dynamics, and even possibly further (for instance, density functional theory). 2) Implementation and evaluation of these methodologies within collaborative codes bases. 3) Scientific interaction between the Uncertainty Quantification Group and other engineering areas within our Multiscale Modeling Center (MSME). Qualifications: The SCI Institute is seeking a highly talented and committed individual with a demonstrated ability to work well with minimal supervision in a multi-disciplinary research environment. Backgrounds in the engineering sciences, applied mathematics, physics and computational sciences will be considered. Individuals comfortable with uncertainty quantification (sensitivity analysis, reduced-order modeling, etc.), probability theory, multiscale theory, and statistical mechanics preferred. The candidate selected will contribute to the Institute's world-class research and software development efforts and have the opportunity to develop their research, publication, and presentation skills under mentorship from established faculty investigators. Please contact Mike Kirby ([log in to unmask]) for further information, and send all applications to both Prof. Kirby and Ms. Dawn Porter ([log in to unmask]), executive administrator for the MSME Center and via: http://www.sci.utah.edu/opportunities/opportunities-at-sci/75-sci-opportunities/post- doc/677-postdoc-msme.\ html ------------------------------------------------------- From: Roland Herzog [log in to unmask] Date: November 12, 2019 Subject: PhD/Postdoc Position, Nonsmooth shape optimization, TU Chemnitz, Germany A 3-year research position is available within the group Numerical Methods for Partial Differential Equations at Technische Universitaet Chemnitz. The preferred starting date is February 2020, but a later start is also possible. The successful candidate will work on a project in Nonsmooth Shape Optimization. A project description is available at https://tinyurl.com/yxxmoh7f. The project is part of a major initiative focusing on nonsmooth optimization, the DFG priority program 1962; see https://spp1962.wias-berlin.de/. The position is suitable for a PhD student or a postdoc. A strong background in analysis is required, and knowledge of shape optimization, numerical PDEs, differential geometry, or image processing is a plus. The base salary for the position is according to 75% within the TVL E13 pay scale, which amounts to at least 34500 EUR p.a. before taxes. A successful postdoctoral applicant will be offered an upgrade to a 100% position from other sources (at least 46000 EUR p.a. before taxes). Inquiries and applications (including at least a cover letter, CV, and certificates of academic degrees, as a single PDF file) quoting the reference "SPP 1962: Nonsmooth shape optimization" should be directed to Roland Herzog at [log in to unmask] before December 20, 2019. ------------------------------------------------------- From: Dietmar Gallistl [log in to unmask] Date: November 11, 2019 Subject: Postdoc and PhD Positions, Numerical Analysis, Univ of Jena, Germany Within the department of Mathematics, Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science at the Friedrich-Schiller-Universitat Jena we encourage applications for a PhD position and for a postdoc position in Numerical Analysis starting on February 1, 2020 or later. Details for the PhD position (job ID Reg. Nr. 349/2019) can be found here: https://www4.uni- jena.de/Universit%C3%A4t/Stellenmarkt/Wissenschaftliche+Mitarbeiter/PhD+position+%28f _m_d\ %29+within+the+department+of+Mathematics.html Details for the postdoc position (job ID Reg. Nr. 348/2019) can be found found here: https://www4.uni- jena.de/Universit%C3%A4t/Stellenmarkt/Wissenschaftliche+Mitarbeiter/Postdoctoral+resear ch\ er+%28f_m_d%29+within+the+department+of+Mathematics.html ------------------------------------------------------- From: Fred Roosta [log in to unmask] Date: November 10, 2019 Subject: PhD Position, Univ of Queensland and Boeing As part of the Boeing - UQ Research Alliance, a PhD position is available for a project to develop methods for optimal alloy design through the use of machine learning and/or direct simulation. The project will focus on data analytics and modelling aspects. The deadline for application is 2 December 2019. Further information and application procedure can be found at https://scholarships.uq.edu.au/scholarship/development-methods-optimal-alloy-design- boeing-uq-research-all\ iance-phd-scholarship ------------------------------------------------------- From: Carina Bringedal [log in to unmask] Date: November 11, 2019 Subject: PhD Position, Upscaling of Two-Phase Porous Media Flow Within the framework of the SimTech Excellence Cluster (EXC 2075/1- 390740016) there is one available PhD position at the University of Stuttgart. The position is for a full-time doctoral position for 3.5 years. The selected candidate will be employed as research assistant (TV-L 13). Multiphase flow through porous media is challenging to simulate as the fluid-fluid and fluid-solid interfaces have a strong influence on the flow behavior. However, how strong this influence is and how it affects the flow, are depending on, among other things, the capillary number and the viscosity ratio. The goal of this project is to apply upscaling from pore to REV scale by taking the evolving fluid-fluid interface and fluid morphology from experimental data into account. This way, upscaled models valid for different flow regimes can be derived. Through the upscaling a data-integrated REV-scale model is obtained, which relies on solving local cell problems for its effective properties. These cell problems will be solved either with a volume-of-fluid method or using phase-field models in a code developed as part of this project. Solutions of the cell problems provide REV-scale information for two- phase flow, where the fluid morphology is explicitly taken into account. This case-specific information enables more efficient and accurate simulations of two-phase flow processes. Applicants should hold a master's or equivalent degree in applied mathematics or computational science and engineering with above- average results. Experience with fluid dynamics and numerical implementation (ideally with C++) is positive. Application deadline: 01.12. Starting date: As soon as possible. Applications with CV and transcript of records from bachelor and master degree can be sent directly to [log in to unmask] ------------------------------------------------------- From: Thomas Ranner [log in to unmask] Date: November 14, 2019 Subject: PhD Positions, School of Computing, Univ of Leeds PhD students are sought in the School of Computing at the University of Leeds, UK. These studentships form part of a larger collaborative and interdisciplinary project, that currently includes two academics (Dr Thomas Ranner and Professor Netta Cohen), two postdoctoral fellows and three PhD students. Funding is available for UK and non-UK students. We are seeking to appoint up to four further PhD candidates: one on the mathematical understanding of numerical methods for biomechanical models (Dr Thomas Ranner), one on modelling the neural control of behaviour (Professor Netta Cohen), one experimental project, combining behavioural experiments and machine vision (Professor Netta Cohen) and one exploring the behavioural dynamics. All projects are envisioned within this multidisciplinary setting. Deadline: 8th January 2020 More information (including contacts) is available at: http://leeds.wormlab.eu/phd_adverts_2020/ ------------------------------------------------------- From: Davide La Torre [log in to unmask] Date: November 11, 2019 Subject: CFP, Special Issue, Fractal-Based Analysis and Application We are writing this email to invite you to submit a contribution to a Special Issue of Communications in Nonlinear Science and Numerical Simulation (Elsevier, IF 3.967) dedicated to Recent Advances in Fractal-Based Analysis and Application to Science and Engineering. More information can be found at the following link: https://www.journals.elsevier.com/communications-in-nonlinear-science-and-numerical- simulation/call-for-pa\ pers/fractal-based-analysis-and-application-to-science This special issue will be in honor of Prof. Edward Robert Vrscay of the Department of Applied Mathematics of the University of Waterloo, who is a recognized scholar in these areas and well-known in the international community for, in particular, his career contributions to the development of the Theory of Generalized Fractal Transforms and their application to Mathematical Imaging. The Journal's submission system is now open and it will close by 31 January 2020. When submitting your manuscript please select the article type "VSI: Fractal-Based Analysis". ------------------------------------------------------- End of Digest **************************