PhD Position in Applied Mathematics at University of Limerick, Ireland

website link:
http://www.macsi.ul.ie/PhD_advert_ACF_Final.pdf

UNIVERSITY of LIMERICK
OLLSCOIL LUIMNIGH

Applications are invited for the following position:
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Mathematics Applications Consortium for Science and Industry (MACSI) PhD studentship

A graduate studentship is available for up to four years to work under the direction of Professor Andrew Fowler on problems associated with the growth of biofilms in industrial and environmental situations. Applications of these studies will be to groundwater pollution, environmental bioremediation, medical and industrial air and water systems. The position primarily involves the construction and numerical solution of mathematical models to describe the growth of bacterial biofilms in soils and on pipe walls. The student will be part of MACSI, the Mathematics Applications Consortium for Science and Industry, at the University of Limerick.

The University of Limerick (UL) with over 11,000 students and 1,300 staff is a young, energetic and enterprising University with a proud record of innovation in education and excellence in research and scholarship. UL is situated on a superb riverside campus of over 130 hectares with the River Shannon as a unifying focal point. Outstanding recreational, cultural and sporting facilities further enhance this exceptional learning and working environment.

Candidate Profile
The candidate should hold at least a 2.1 degree in applied mathematics, mathematical bioscience, bioengineering, or a related discipline. In addition, the candidate should be able to work both independently and in a team environment and possess good organisational and communication skills. Appropriate experience in mathematical modelling and numerical computation is desirable.

Stipend
University fees will be covered and the position carries an annual stipend of €18,000 (tax free). Appointment commencing in September 2010 is highly desirable. MACSI at UL is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer offering attractive conditions and a stimulating research environment.

How to apply
Candidates should submit a detailed CV, transcripts of undergraduate grades, motivation letter and the names and addresses of two referees for letters of recommendation to: macsi@ul.ie .

Further information: Please contact Professor Andrew Fowler (E-mail: andrew.fowler@ul.ie).

MSc/PhD Positions, 802.11 WMN, NUIM, Ireland

MSc/PhD Positions: 802.11 Wireless Mesh Networks

Basic Description

Applications are invited for a number of postgraduate positions in
the Hamilton Institute at the National University of Ireland,
Maynooth. The vacancies are in the broad area of wireless mesh
networks. It is expected that the fellow will work on collaborative
research with Professor Doug Leith and others at the Hamilton
Institute on projects in the area of wireless networks:

The Hamilton Institute has a very active research groups in
communication networks and wireless networks in particular. The
successful applicant will be expected to work on some or all of the
following projects: measurement-based wireless mesh network
management, network coding and joint routing/coding, distributed
optimization of wireless networks.

Candidate Profile

The candidate should hold a degree in Computer Science/Engineering/
Applied Mathematics or a related field. Some degree of familiarity
with information theory, coding theory or measurement-based network
management, will be an advantage. Good communication, interpersonal
and presentation skills are required. In addition, the candidate
should be a team player who is capable of working with a minimum of
supervision.

Stipend

This position carries a stipend of EUR 21,000 (tax free). Appointment
commencing by the beginning of Summer 2009 is desirable. The Hamilton
Institute is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer offering
attractive conditions and a stimulating research environment.

To apply, candidates should submit a detailed CV, transcripts of
undergraduate grades, motivation letter and the names and addresses
of two referees for letters of recommendation to: hamilton@nuim.ie.