Thomas Volling

Technische Universität Berlin is advertising a fully funded PhD-related research position in the EU-cofunded HOTSTEEL project, focused on the integrated optimization of continuous casting and hot rolling processes for sustainable steel production and decarbonization. The project sits at the intersection of operations research , production management , simulation , mathematical modeling , data analytics , and industrial AI . The successful candidate will work on cross-process production planning and optimization, develop optimization and solution methods, build simulation-based analyses, and contribute to configurable modeling frameworks and dynamic test environments. The work is carried out with academic and industry partners, including a European steel plant. Eligibility highlights: a very good master's degree, diploma, or equivalent in industrial engineering, computer science, information systems, business mathematics, operations research, or a comparable field; strong background in production planning/control and simulation or production management; advanced modeling and analysis skills; and experience with tools such as JuMP, Gurobi, Plant Simulation, or AnyLogic. Good German and/or English skills are required, with willingness to learn the missing language. Funding: the position is fully funded, paid at TV-L E13 , with 100% employment and part-time possible. The contract is fixed-term until 31 March 2029 . The post also states that the opportunity to pursue a PhD is included. How to apply: send the application by email to [email protected] addressed to Prof. Dr. Thomas Volling . Combine the usual documents into one PDF file (max. 5 MB) and include the reference number VII-147/26 . The application deadline is 29 May 2026 .