PhD in Mathematics (Dynamical Systems)(2x2 years)

PhD in Mathematics (Dynamical Systems)(2x2 years)
(mandate WNI/2008/007)

Job description
The candidate is expected to prepare a PhD thesis in the context of singularly perturbed vector fields, more precisely of planar singularly perturbed Liénard systems. The Dynamical Systems group at Hasselt University has a strong background on singular perturbation problems and Liénard systems. The candidate is expected to collaborate with different members of the group.

Diploma
Master in Mathematics or equivalent diploma in mathematics. Students who will complete their study this year can also apply. There is no need for the candidate to speak Dutch, however a sufficient knowledge of English is required.

Offer
The scholarship is available for a period of 4 years. It consists of a first appointment of 2 years, which can be followed by a prolongation of 2 years after an evaluation of the progress of the scholarship.

Further information
* Content job responsibilities:
* prof. dr. P. De Maesschalck, (+32)11-26 82 23, peter.demaesschalck @uhasselt. be
* prof. dr. F. Dumortier, (+32)11-26 82 39, freddy.dumortier@ uhasselt. be
* Content terms of employment and selection procedure: Jef Vanvoorden, 011-26 80 80, jef.vanvoorden@ uhasselt. be
Application
Applicants must use the official application forms
* which are available at the Rectoraat of Hasselt University, Campus Diepenbeek, Agoralaan - building D, B-3590 Diepenbeek (Belgium), phone +32 - 11 - 26 80 03
* or which can be downloaded here pdf-file / Word format.
The completed application forms must reach the above mentioned address no later than Friday, May 8th 2009.
Application by e-mail will only be taken into consideration when sent to the following address: jobs@uhasselt. be.