Background
CWI is an internationally renowned research institute in mathematics and computer science, located in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. The focus is on fundamental research problems, derived from societal needs. Research is carried out in 18 research themes. More information about these themes can be found on the website where you can also find the Annual Reports of the institute. A substantial part of this research is carried out in the framework of national or international programs. CWI maintains excellent relations with industry and the academic world, both in the Netherlands as well as abroad. After their research careers at CWI, an increasing number of young staff members find employment in these sectors, for example in spin-off companies that are based on research results from CWI. Of course, library and computing facilities are first-rate. CWI's non-scientific services to its personnel include career planning, training and courses, assistance in finding housing, and tailor-made solutions to problems that may occasionally arise.
Eligibility
- The PhD candidates are required to have a master degree in computer science (or a five year diploma), while a PhD is required for
Postdoc candidates. Specialization is needed in databases, distributed systems, software engineering mathematics, or related fields.
- Preferable qualifications for candidates include proven research talent, system programming skills (C/C++), practical experience with
using and implementing database systems, and software development in a team.
- Candidates are expected to have an excellent command of English, and good academic writing and presentation skills.
Scholarship
For the position of PhD student, the gross monthly salary, for an employee on a full time basis, is €2,057 during the first year and increases to €2,636 over the four year period.
For the position of postdoc, depending on relevant work experience, the gross monthly salary for an employee on a full time basis ranges from € 3,121 to € 4,439. The postdoc appointment will be for a period of two to three years.
Deadline: 15 July 2012
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