The Department of Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics is offering a postdoctoral scholarship in mathematical modelling and transport analysis. The scholarship is full-time for two years, with access on 1 September 2025 or by agreement.

This scholarship is part of a research initiative to develop an activity-based transport model for the Umeå region. The model aims to analyse travel patterns, optimise transport flows, and provide data-driven decision support for sustainable mobility. The project is conducted in collaboration between Umeå University and KTH Royal Institute of Technology and involves cooperation with municipal and regional stakeholders.

Project Description:
The transport sector is transforming significantly to achieve sustainability goals and reduce energy consumption. In this project, the activity-based transport model Scaper will be further developed to adapt to the conditions of the Umeå region, characterised by long-distance commuting, car dependency, and seasonal variations.

The project focuses on:

– Developing an activity-based transport model for analysing people’s travel and activity patterns in the Umeå region.
– Using statistics and machine learning to estimate model parameters based on travel surveys and other available statistics.
– Studying how the location of workplaces, housing, and community services affects people’s choices of travel and activities.
– Optimising transport infrastructure through quantitative models and simulations.

The postdoctoral fellow is expected to conduct research in collaboration with the project group according to a jointly agreed research plan, present results at international conferences, and actively participate in joint seminars and workshops.

The postdoctoral scholarship is based at the Department of Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics at Umeå University.

This postdoctoral scholarship is financed and administrated by the Kempe Foundations (project number JCSMK24-511). The stipend is tax-free and will be 750 000 SEK for two years, meaning 375 000 SEK per year.

Umeå provides outstanding working and living conditions. This youthful city is situated beside a large river, surrounded by forests and lakes, and is near the sea. The area offers numerous opportunities for both indoor and outdoor activities.

For more information and application instructions, please visit:
https://umustipendie.varbi.com/what:job/jobID:806497/