PhD Position on Operations Research: The University of Twente is offering a PhD position within the Stochastic Operations Research (SOR) group, focusing on optimizing healthcare logistics in medical laboratories. This interdisciplinary role aims to analyze and address real-world challenges in providing timely medical test results through applied mathematics and process optimization.
PhD Position on Stochastic Operations Research in Medical Laboratories
Designation:
PhD Candidate
Research Area:
Stochastic Operations Research, Healthcare Logistics, Applied Mathematics
Location:
University of Twente, Twente Region, Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Master’s degree in Mathematics, Operations Research, Econometrics, or Computer Science (completed or near completion).
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
- Creative mindset and team spirit, with a willingness to work in an interdisciplinary international environment.
- Proficiency in English and the ability to understand Dutch.
Job Description:
The selected PhD candidate will:
- Engage in research related to medical test processing under demand uncertainty, employing mathematical modeling and optimization techniques.
- Utilize tools such as reinforcement learning, queuing networks, and online algorithms to develop robust models.
- Collaborate with Labmicta, a leading medical laboratory, to ensure that research findings are implemented in real-world systems.
- Work within the CHOIR (Centre for Healthcare Operations Improvement and Research) team at the University, contributing to ongoing projects related to healthcare logistics.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should apply through the ‘Apply now’ button on the University of Twente’s website, submitting a CV, motivation letter, and relevant publications (if applicable). For more information, contact Richard Boucherie at r.j.boucherie@utwente.nl.
Last Date for Apply:
June 30, 2025 (Note: Suitable candidates may be invited for an interview before the deadline, as the review is conducted on a rolling basis.)
