Postdoc position on “Health Monitoring of Systems-of-Systems using Process Mining” at the Technische

The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science of the Technische Universiteit Eindhoven has a vacancy for a Postdoc (1.0 fte) “Health Monitoring of Systems-of-Systems using Process Mining” as part of the Poseidon project V32.048 within the expertise group Architecture of Information Systems (AIS). The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science provides undergraduate and MSc programs in Industrial and Applied Mathematics and in Computer Science. The Department has research collaborations with other Departments at the Technische Universiteit Eindhoven as well as with a large number of other universities and companies, both at home and abroad. The Department has approximately 350 employees and more than 700 students. The Architecture of Information Systems group is doing research in the area of process modeling and analysis. The group uses formal methods such as Petri nets to design, analyse, and implement dynamic systems. The group is well-versed in workflow management, process mining, and process verification. Therefore, the main contribution of the AIS group in the Poseidon project will focus on the process aspects of systems-of-systems. In the context of the Poseidon project we are looking for a Postdoc with experience in data mining and machine learning and/or process modeling and formal methods. The Poseidon project involves Thales, the Embedded Systems Institute, Noldus, Technische Universiteit Eindhoven (TU/e), and five other Dutch universities. Thales is a global electronics company delivering mission-critical information systems and services for the Aerospace, Defence, and Security markets and serves as the main industry partner in this project. Several PhDs, Postdocs, and staff members will work on this project for a period of four years. The overall goal is to address the reliably of evolving systems-of-systems in the domain of maritime safety and security. Project description: For the Poseidon project, systems-of-systems in the domain of maritime safety and security will act as research driver and industrial reference frame. The contribution of AIS in the project focuses on the “Integration and Acceptance” subject. One Postdoc is already working on adapter generation. The candidate (i.e., the second Postdoc of AIS working on Poseidon) should focus on the mining of system interactions and determining the “health of a system”. The main research challenge is the discovery of problems in parts of the systems by observing messages, etc.. Requirements: We are looking for a candidate who meets the following requirements: * a solid background in Computer Science and interested in systems for process support (demonstrated by a relevant PhD); * knowledge of data mining and machine learning and/or process modeling and formal methods; * candidates from non-Dutch or non-English speaking countries should be prepared to prove their English language skills; * good communicative skills in English, both in speaking and in writing; * candidates should come from a NATO country; * candidates should be willing to spend a substantial part of their time within Thales (Hengelo); * moreover, candidates are expected to have affinity for research with an industrial focus and should be able to realize research ideas in terms of software. Appointment and salary: We offer: * a full-time temporary appointment for a period of 21 months; * a gross salary between € 2.861,-- and € 3.755,-- per month, depending on experience and knowledge (salary scale 10 of the CLA Dutch Universities); * support for your personal development and career planning; * a broad package of fringe benefits (e.g. excellent technical infrastructure, child care, savings schemes, and excellent sports facilities); * the selected candidate will be employed by TU/e, but a significant part of the activities will take place at the Embedded Systems Institute also located in Eindhoven. Information: * More information about the Poseidon project may be obtained via the ESI office, e-mail: office@esi.nl and http://www.esi.nl/ . * For more information about the position within AIS, please contact prof.dr.ir. Wil van der Aalst, e-mail: www.vdaalst.com . * Further information: mrs P.J. Evers Bc, HR advisor, e-mail: pzwin@tue.nl Application: Interested candidates are requested to send an application by e-mail to office@esi.nl with a reference to "Poseidon" and application number V32.048 indicated in the subject field . The application should consist of the following parts: * motivational letter; * a curriculum vitae; * copies of diplomas; * proof of English language skills (if applicable). Applications should be received by 31st October 2009 and preferably earlier.