The Institute of Measurement Science at the Slovak Academy of Sciences is looking for enthusiastic young researchers in the field of applied mathematics, specifically focusing on the analysis of causal relationships in measured signals and complex time series.
As successful candidates, you’ll be part of the Department of Theoretical Methods. Your main responsibilities will involve conducting independent research in applied mathematics, particularly in the area of causal analysis. This research will build upon extensions of Granger causality tests, tests involving reconstructed state spaces, and techniques rooted in information theory. These methods are not only useful for detecting causality in pairs of variables but also in cases involving multiple variables, which can be viewed as dynamic networks with nodes characterized by time series data. Such complex networks are widespread in the real world, and there is ongoing work to develop effective methods for their causal analysis. Currently, our focus is primarily on methods related to evaluating complexity measures, like fractal dimensions and Rényi generalized entropies. The ultimate goal of this research is to improve our ability to detect causality from time series data, which could become a powerful tool for classifying various types of data.
To excel in this role, you should have strong English skills and experience in developing and testing software within the MATLAB environment. As part of your work, you will expand your knowledge in the field of dynamical systems theory, including chaos and fractal theory, and gain insights into statistics, information theory, and mathematical optimization.
The Institute of Measurement Science at the Slovak Academy of Sciences offers a dynamic and modern research environment where you can develop valuable skills for your academic and professional journey.
Qualifications
The candidate should demonstrate his/her competence in the following aspects:
- Holding a PhD degree or a master’s degree (with an interest in further doctoral studies). The degree must have been awarded in a field related to the advertised position (mathematics, physics, computer science, …).
- Being skilled in numerical data analysis, for example, using Matlab, and interpreting the results.
Proficiency in both written and oral English (at least level B2; see https://www.coe.int/en/web/common-european-framework-reference-language…)
Specific Requirements
Applicants are required to provide the following documents:
- Curriculum vitae (CV).
- Documentation confirming completion of their master’s or PhD degree.
- A list of publications.
The application must be forwarded via email to umersekr@savba.sk and krakovska@savba.sk.
Organisation/Company – Institute of Measurement Science, Slovak Academy of Sciences
Department – Department of Theoretical Methods
Research Field – Mathematics » Applied mathematics
Researcher Profile – Recognised Researcher (R2)
Country – Slovakia
Type of Contract – Temporary
Job Status – Full-time
Hours Per Week – 40
Offer Starting Date –
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