Assistant professor in operations research in the area of Operations Research

Aalborg-University; Aalborg; On-site; DKK 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Danish language courses

Job summary

Aalborg University, AI4OR group in the Department of Materials and Production, invites applications for an assistant professor in operations research starting March 2027 or soon thereafter. The three-year position focuses on modeling, simulation, AI, and optimization of complex systems.

Applicants should hold a PhD in Computer Science, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related field. Experience with multi-agent systems, external funding, and the Problem-Based Learning model

Qualifications

• PhD required in a relevant field; strong research potential emphasized.
• Experience leading research projects and securing external funding is an advantage.
• Knowledge of the Problem-Based Learning model used at Aalborg University is valued.
• Ability to teach and supervise courses in AI, OR, Data Science.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in modeling, simulation, AI, and optimization for complex systems.
• Lead research projects and manage work packages, and participate in funding efforts.
• Teach and supervise courses in AI, Operations Research, Data Science at bachelor and master levels.
• Collaborate with national and international partners, including industry.

Skills

Modeling

Optimization methods

Multi-agent systems

Education

PhD in Computer Science, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, or related field

Job description

Assistant professor in operations research in the area of Operations Research

Aalborg

Afdeling: Department of Materials and Production

The Artificial Intelligence for Operations Research (AI4OR) group at the department of Materials and Production, Aalborg University is conducting a search for a researcher, starting March of 2027 or soon thereafter. The position is for a period of three years. The AI4OR group specializes in research activities focused on the practical applications of operations research and AI. The group addresses complex problems requiring advanced modeling, data analysis, and management, as well as the development of solution algorithms through mathematical and computational approaches.

The group’s theoretical foundation for modeling and algorithm development is multidisciplinary, drawing from computer science, operations research, and applied mathematics.

We are seeking applicants for conducting research in the areas of modeling and simulation, arti-ficial intelligence, and optimization with a focus on complex systems and uncertain environ-ments. The ideal candidate will have applied these methods to real-world problems and demon-strated both academic and technical expertise. Preference will be given to candidates with expe-rience in modeling and implementing multi-agent systems and optimization methods across mul-tiple fields. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related field.

We expect the successful candidate to have experience from working on (international) re-search projects related to the topics mentioned above and documented research experience in terms of publications. Documented experience in leading research activities, including managing projects and work packages and project participation in general, will be considered a strong ad-vantage. Additionally, knowledge of and documented experience with the Problem-Based Learn-ing model, as practiced at Aalborg University, will be highly valued.

The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to ongoing research projects and partici-pate actively in efforts to attract new research initiatives and funding.

The role involves academic and collaborative research within the research group and with ex-ternal partners. Furthermore, the successful applicant will be expected to take on a teaching role in terms of:

• Teaching and supervising courses in AI, Operations Research, Data Science, and relat-ed areas at bachelor and master levels
• Leading practical exercises using computational and modeling tools
• Supervising BSc and MSc projects and contributing to course and program planning
  

Qualification requirements

Appointment as assistant professor requires academic qualifications at PhD level. The research potential of each applicant will be emphasized in the overall assessment.

As a colleague of the AI4OR group, we expect you to:

• Contribute to ongoing and future research initiatives, including securing external funding
• Maintain a high-quality publication record
• Collaborate within the group and with national and international partners, including indus-try
• Bring strategic vision to the development of AI-related research and educational activities

Aalborg University wants to reflect the surrounding society and has diversity as a core value. Therefore, everyone, regardless of personal background and orientation, is encouraged to apply for the position.
Aalborg University has a policy of parallel language use. International staff are encouraged, with support from the university, to learn Danish during their employment in order to support their integration into the workplace and Danish society.

Danish language courses will be offered as part of the employment.

Salary and terms of employment

The employment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities and the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities. Furthermore, your terms of employment and salary are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and the state (AC collective agreement) and protocol on certain terms of employment of academic staff at universities.

There is a mutual probationary period of 3 months for the position.

Aalborg University

- Knowledge for the world

Aalborg University is an international workplace with more than 3,700 employees. We offer real-world-oriented education and create world-class research results through collaboration between researchers, students, and public and private companies. This is how we achieve insights, new solutions to societal problems, and knowledge that changes the world. Our main campus is in Aalborg, but we also have campuses in Esbjerg and Copenhagen.