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PhD Position Optimizing Multi-actor Transport and Logistics Systems Delft University of Technology in Netherlands
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
4-year PhD employment contract in two parts; salary starts at €3204 and rises to €4051 gross per month (full-time, 38 hours), plus 8% holiday allowance and an end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.
Deadline
Nov 22, 2026
Country
Netherlands
University
Delft University of Technology
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This PhD project at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) focuses on developing new theory and algorithms for multi-actor transport and logistics systems, where multiple players with potentially conflicting objectives influence one another’s decisions. The position sits at the intersection of operations research, game theory, and mixed-integer optimisation, with the aim of creating methodologies that can capture competition and collaboration among actors in planning and operating complex systems.
Your research will centre on mathematical modelling and scalable algorithm development for large, computationally challenging optimisation problems. You will formulate mathematical programming models and work on advanced solution approaches such as column generation, branch-and-price, and Benders decomposition. The project is not limited to transport and logistics; the methods you develop may also apply to other multi-actor decision settings.
You will be based in the Transport and Logistics section of the Department of Engineering Systems and Services within the Faculty of Technology, Policy & Management. The faculty brings together engineering and social-science perspectives to address complex technical-social challenges, and TU Delft describes the Graduate School as an environment with an excellent team of supervisors, academic staff, and a mentor. The role is embedded in an internationally oriented research setting with strong links across engineering, policy, and societal applications.
The work is expected to contribute to scientific publications in leading journals in operations research, transportation, and logistics, and to involve communicating research findings to an interdisciplinary audience.
Funding details
4-year PhD employment contract in two parts; salary starts at €3204 and rises to €4051 gross per month (full-time, 38 hours), plus 8% holiday allowance and an end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.
What's required
An MSc degree in operations research, econometrics, applied mathematics, computer science, industrial engineering, systems and control, or a closely related discipline is required. Applicants should have a strong background and demonstrated experience in mathematical optimisation, especially mixed-integer programming, and excellent programming skills (e.g. Python, Julia, Java, or C++) with experience using optimisation solvers. Very good academic writing and communication skills in English are required, together with an open and collaborative attitude and the ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary and international research environment. Knowledge of game theory, bi-level optimisation, and decomposition-based solution algorithms is a plus.
How to apply
Apply online no later than 22 November 2026 via the application button. Upload a CV and motivational letter, and address the application to Patrick Stokkink. Do not send applications by email or post.
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