PhD in Complex Networks

Leiden University; Leiden; Hybrid; EUR 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8% holiday allowance

8.3% end-of-year bonus

ABP pension scheme

Public transport reimbursement

29 days leave (38h week)

Sports/bicycle benefits

Hybrid working possible

Home-working allowance

Laptop and mobile phone provided

Job summary

Leiden University in the Netherlands invites applications for a PhD position focused on complex networks at the intersection of mathematics and computer science. You will conduct advanced network research, publish thesis-based work, and may participate in teaching and supervision.

The role requires a university degree in mathematics or computer science, strong English, and the ability to work independently and in a team.

Qualifications

• University degree in mathematics, computer science, or related field.
• Knowledge in network science/complex networks (graph theory, probability, etc.).
• Programming experience (prefer Python) and willingness to develop computational skills.
• Fluent English and ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex networks research at the intersection of mathematics and computer science.
• Write a publication-based PhD thesis.
• Engage in a limited number of teaching and supervision activities.

Skills

Python programming

Academic research motivation

English communication

Teamwork and independence

Education

Mathematics or computer science degree

Master by spring 2027 considered

Tools

Python

Job description

Responsibilities and Duties

Conducting complex networks research at the intersection of mathematics and computer science.

Writing a publication-based PhD thesis.

Engaging in a limited number of teaching and supervision activities.

Requirements

A university degree* in mathematics, computer science or a closely related field.

Knowledge in an area of research related to network science/complex networks, e.g., graph theory, probability, random graphs, complex systems, or topological data analysis.

Programming experience, preferably in Python, and willingness to develop strong computational skills (please mention your level of proficiency and knowledge of other programming languages in your CV).

Strong motivation for academic research.

Good English communication skills.

The ability to work independently and in a team.

You live and are officially registered as resident in The Netherlands or are willing to relocate upon starting the position.

Candidates who expect to complete their Master’s degree by early spring 2027 are also encouraged to apply.

Candidates who expect to complete their Master’s degree by early spring 2027 are also encouraged to apply.

Employment

We offer a full-time position for initially one year. After a positive evaluation of the progress of the thesis, personal capabilities and compatibility, the appointment will be extended by a further three years.

A salary starting from € 3.204,= to € 4.051,= gross per month, based on a full-time appointment (38 hours, Payscale P).

Benefits

• A holiday allowance (8%)
• An end-of-year bonus (8,3%)
• An attractive pension scheme at ABP
• Full reimbursement of public transport commuting costs for home-to-work travel
• Flexible working hours: as a standard, you are entitled to a minimum of 29 leave days on the basis of a full-time working week of 38 hours
• Within our terms of employment individual choices model, you can exchange leave days and/or salary for benefits such as an advantageous sports subscription and bicycle scheme
• If your work allows it, hybrid working is possible within the Netherlands
• A home-working allowance (day and internet allowance) and attention for good workplaces
• The University will also provide you with a laptop and a mobile telephone.