[PhD/Postdoc] Universal Phenomena in Analytic Combinatorics (UNPAC) - TU Wien, Austria

Dear all,

(Apologies for any cross-posting.)

One PhD and one Postdoc position are available at the TU Wien (Vienna, 
Austria), starting in Autumn 2026.

Application Deadline: April 30, 2026
Project Website: https://dmg.tuwien.ac.at/mwallner/unpac/

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Project Description
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These positions are part of the FWF-funded ASTRA project "Universal 
Phenomena in Analytic Combinatorics" (UNPAC). The project bridges 
Analytic, Probabilistic, and Combinatorial approaches to discrete 
mathematics. It aims to uncover and utilize universal and unconventional 
asymptotic phenomena of large discrete structures appearing in 
combinatorics, computer science, and biology.

We are looking for candidates interested in working on one or more of 
the following aspects of lattice paths, graph structures, or bivariate 
recurrences:
*) Analytic: Asymptotics of lattice paths in one and higher dimensions, 
bivariate recurrences, generating functions, and unconventional 
asymptotics (e.g., stretched exponentials).
*) Probabilistic: Limit laws, phase transitions, and random structures.
*) Combinatorial: Bijections, graph structures, and modeling 
applications ranging from phylogenetic networks (biology) to protocol 
encapsulation (computer science).

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The Offer
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*) Environment: A strong and active research group in Discrete 
Mathematics at TU Wien.
*) Salary: Fully funded positions based on the standard FWF personnel 
costs (competitive salary, health insurance, and social benefits included).
*) Location: Vienna is consistently ranked as one of the most livable 
cities in the world.

For the complete call documents and application requirements, please 
visit: https://dmg.tuwien.ac.at/mwallner/unpac/

I would be most grateful if you could forward this message to interested 
candidates.

Best wishes,
Michael Wallner
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