Call for Applications The newly founded Doctoral College (DK) in Discrete Mathematics offers an advanced PhD training and research program which is run jointly by Graz University of Technology, University of Graz and Montanuniversität Leoben, Austria. It is funded by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF) and the three supporting universities. The range of topics in Discrete Mathematics comprises • Commutative Algebra • Number Theory • Discrete Dynamics and Fractals • Graph Theory • Combinatorial Group Theory • Discrete Stochastics • Combinatorial Optimisation and Algorithmic Geometry • Analysis of Algorithms, Cryptography We offer 10 PhD positions for up to 4 years and a salary of approximately e 25600 per year, starting at the earliest with October 1, 2010. These positions are assigned to 10 specific research projects within the above areas. For details as well as the formal application criteria, see www.math.tugraz.at/discrete/ The official language of the DK is English. The future college students must exhibit a strong track record of mathematical studies that is equivalent to a master degree which must be valid by the beginning of the contract. Graduates from excellent bachelor programs can be also admitted, subject ot additional curricular requirements. All candidates are encouraged to present confidential reference letters by internationally recognized researchers and should indicate in their application the projects of their principal interest. Applications must be sent by mail or preferably email until April 19, 2010 to The coordinator, DK-plus Discrete Mathematics Institut für Mathematische Strukturtheorie Technische Universität Graz Steyrergasse 30, 8010 Graz, Austria email: [email protected] After a screening, a selection of candidates will be invited for a hearing in late May/early June, 2010. Later applications may be considered at a later stage. With a view toward increasing the number of female mathematicians, female candidates are especially encouraged to apply.