WIAS invites applications for a
PhD student position (f/m/d)
(Ref. 21/11)

in the Research Group “Partial Differential Equations” (Head: Professor Alexander Mielke) starting as soon as possible.

It is the goal of this position to explore the connection between mechanical deformations of solids and reaction-diffusion processes via partial differential equations. The range of problems includes consistent modeling of this connection for specific applications (e.g. in semiconductor theory or growth of biological tissue), the mathematical wellposedness (existence and properties of solutions) via functional analytical methods, and the derivation of effective models.

We are looking for candidates with a master’s degree in mathematics and a strong background in applied analysis. In particular, a very good knowledge in the area of partial differential equations and functional analysis is required. Prior knowledge in the calculus of variations, continuum mechanics and/or the modeling with partial differential equations is beneficial. A willingness to work interdisciplinary with researchers from different fields (e.g. physics or biology) is also desirable.

See here for more information: https://short.sg/j/9870748