Postdoctoral researcher in Operations Research – Decision Diagrams

About the role

The ORSTAT research group at KU Leuven seeks a full‑time postdoctoral researcher to advance decision‑diagram methods for combinatorial optimization. The appointment starts around October 2026 and lasts for one year, with the possibility of extension.

Key responsibilities

• Develop new theory, algorithms, and applications based on decision diagrams.
• Publish research findings in leading international journals.
• Collaborate with internal and external OR researchers and co‑supervise PhD students.
• Contribute to competitive research proposals and grant writing.

Required profile

• PhD in Operations Research, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics or a related discipline.
• Strong publication record or clear potential for high‑impact publications.
• Evidence of research independence and creativity.
• Experience in international research environments is a plus.

Required skills

• Mathematical programming
• Combinatorial optimization
• Algorithm design
• Decision diagrams

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits according to KU Leuven policies.
• Dynamic, internationally visible research environment.
• Opportunities for collaboration, career development, and potential contract extension.