Innovative Algorithm Lab Fellows for Cluster of Excellence "Color meets Flavor"

The Cluster of Excellence Color meets Flavor (CMF) invites applications for up to three fellowship positions (2+1 years) within the newly established Innovative Algorithm Lab (IAL) .

The IAL is designed to foster cutting‑edge research at the interface of particle physics, mathematics, and computer science , with a particular emphasis on innovative algorithmic approaches relevant to the Cluster’s scientific program.

Position Overview

Fellows will:

• Define and pursue their own independent research agenda , aligned with the scientific goals of CMF;
• Select two principal investigators (PIs) from the Cluster as mentors;
• Actively contribute to the interdisciplinary research environment of the Lab.

Each position can be hosted at one of the CMF partner institutions:

• University of Bonn;
• TU Dortmund University;
• University of Siegen;
• Forschungszentrum Jülich.

Research Environment

Fellows will be embedded in a vibrant and collaborative environment, with access to leading research centers and infrastructures, including:

• Bethe Center for Theoretical Physics (BCTP);
• Hausdorff Center for Mathematics (HCM);
• Electron Stretcher Facility (ELSA);
• Research and Technology Centre for Detector Physics (FTD);
• Jülich Supercomputing Centre (JSC);
• Lamarr Institute for Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence;
• Collaborative Research Center SFB 1639 “NuMeriQS”.

Qualifications

Applicants should have:

• A PhD in physics, computer science, mathematics , or a closely related discipline;
• An excellent research track record appropriate to their career stage;
• A strong interest in interdisciplinary research.

Terms of Appointment

• Duration: 2 years, with a possible 1-year extension;
• Salary and benefits are provided according to the German public service scale TVöD/TV-L (E14).

Application Procedure

Applicants should submit:

• A CV;
• A research statement outlining their proposed program;
• A publication list;
• Any additional relevant documents.

Applicants should also arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent separately.

Applications and reference letters should be sent to:

Further Information

For more details on the fellowship and the Innovative Algorithm Lab, please visit:

Informal inquiries are welcome.