Digest of the Non Linear Science Network, Volume 05, Number 21 November 15, 2005 Editor: Angel Jorba Topics: International Conference on Hyperbolic Problems Research Fellow on Mixing and Diffusion in Coherent Vortices Positions in Durban, South Africa Fellowship at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Tenure Track Position in Mathematical Biology Chair Position in Mathematics at Western Michigan University New book on mathematical population dynamics and nonlinear waves Submissions to nls-net must be addressed to: Comments and suggestions are also welcome. General information about nls-net can be found at: http://www.maia.ub.es/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/nls-net/ This is a service created and maintained in collaboration with the American Institute of Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) http://www.aimsciences.org/ ------ Subject: International Conference on Hyperbolic Problems From: hyp2006 Date: Wed, 9 Nov 2005 14:58:08 +0100 (CET) Dear colleague: As you may already know the Eleventh International Conference on Hyperbolic Problems (Theory, Numerics, Applications) will take place at the Ecole Normale Superieure de Lyon, Lyon, France, from July 17 to July 21, 2006 . A website is open at http://math.univ-lyon1.fr/~hyp2006 If not an invited speaker, you are warmly encouraged to to submit a contributed talk. Please do it online, following the instructions posted at http://math.univ-lyon1.fr/~hyp2006/Onlineforms/onlinecontrib.php Hoping to seeing you in Lyon next year, The organizers: Sylvie Benzoni-Gavage and Denis Serre ------ Subject: Research Fellow on Mixing and Diffusion in Coherent Vortices From: Peter Ashwin Date: Wed, 2 Nov 2005 11:27:58 +0000 University of Exeter School of Engineering, Computer Science and Mathematics Research Fellow - Mixing and Diffusion in Coherent Vortices(Ref. 4804) This new full-time EPSRC grant-funded post is available from 1 January 2006 (or as soon as possible thereafter) on a fixed-term basis for a period of 35 months. The work involves the study of mixing within coherent vortices, and so will combine aspects of vortex stability with issues of understanding mixing through dynamical systems tools, using numerical codes to explore a number of idealised systems. The Exeter team involves Andrew Gilbert (vortex dynamics, mixing), John Thuburn (fluid dynamics, meteorology) and Peter Ashwin (dynamical systems), together with Andrew Bassom (stability theory, mixing) who will visit from Perth, Australia. More information about the team can be found at www.secam.ex.ac.uk/research/groups/appmat/leadPage.html. Applicants should have, or be about to submit, a PhD in a related area of Mathematics, and be keen to develop research in the areas of: * dynamical systems methods applied to fluid mixing, * vortex dynamics and vortex stability, * numerical solution of fluid motion. We also expect the successful applicant to keep abreast of advances in the field, present seminars and papers at international conferences as the research proceeds, and in due course to take a lead in writing up the results in scientific papers. Salary will be up to GBP22,289 pa on scale RES 1A GBP20,044 pa - GBP30,002 pa with placement depending on experience and qualifications. Application packs available from www.exeter.ac.uk/jobs; or Heather Crispin, email H.Crispin@exeter.ac.uk, quoting reference number 4804. Closing date for completed applications is 18 November 2005. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER ------ Subject: Positions in Durban, South Africa From: Jacek Banasiak Date: Thu, 10 Nov 2005 08:48:22 +0200 The University of KwaZulu-Natal is committed to employment equity and will give preference to appointable candidates from the designated groups. All appointments are based on individual merit, relative to criteria mentioned below. Candidates who do not meet all the minimum criteria will not be considered. ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / SENIOR LECTURER (1 POST) REFERENCE NO.: SA45/2005 LECTURER (1 POST) REFERENCE NO.: SA46/2005 SCHOOL OF MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES=20 DURBAN CENTRE The School of Mathematical Sciences of the University of KwaZulu-Natal is the largest single school in South Africa. It offers a vibrant educational and research environment covering fields ranging from Mathematical Education, Algebra and Foundations of Mathematics, Discrete Mathematics, and Topology, to Analysis, Ordinary and Partial Differential Equations, Cosmology and Financial Mathematics, with many well established national and international collaborative research linkages. The successful candidate will be required to teach undergraduate and postgraduate level courses in Mathematics to students in Science, Engineering and Commerce, actively participate in research activities of the School, and carry out other teaching and administrative tasks as determined by the Head of School. Moreover, he/she should have good communication and interpersonal skills. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Associate Professor * a PhD degree in Mathematics; * substantial research record, internationally recognised; * experience in lecturing in a university environment; * experience in research supervision. Senior Lecturer * a PhD degree in Mathematics; * experience in lecturing in a university environment; * substantial research record. Lecturer * a PhD degree in Mathematics or evidence of submission of a PhD within six months. ADVANTAGES: Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer: * Research experience in analysis/partial differential equations. Lecturer: * Teaching experience * Interest in discrete mathematics The remuneration package offered includes benefits and will be dependent on the qualifications and/or experience of the successful applicant. The selection process will commence on 25 November 2005 and will continue until a suitable candidate is appointed or a decision is taken not to fill the post. Further information about the School can be found at the web-site http://math.ukzn.za.org/ or by directly contacting the Head of School, Professor J. Banasiak, e-mail: banasiak@ukzn.ac.za, phone: +27 31 2601363, fax: +27 31 2602632. Applicants are required to submit a covering letter highlighting their experience in relation to each of the minimum requirements and advantages listed above, together with a detailed CV including the name, full address, fax number and e-mail address of three referees, to Ms S Mani, Human Resources Administration, Westville Campus, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, 4000, Fax No +27 031 260 7315. E-mail manis@ukzn.ac.za ------ Subject: Fellowship at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory From: Carol Woodward Date: Tue, 01 Nov 2005 10:22:35 -0800 The Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has openings available under its Lawrence Fellowship Program. This is a highly desirable, prestigious postdoctoral position with ample resources and freedom to conduct cutting-edge research in a field of the candidate's choice. The duration of the Fellowship is up to three years. Typically two to four openings are available each year. Fellowships are awarded only to candidates with exceptional talent, credentials, and a track record of research accomplishments. Candidates will do original research in one or more aspects of science relevant to the mission and goals of LLNL which include: Physics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Chemistry, Material Science, Engineering, Environmental Science, Atmospheric Science, Geology, Energy, Lasers, and Biology. Successful candidates may participate in experimental or theoretical work at LLNL, and will have access to LLNL's extensive computing facilities, specialized laboratory facilities, and field equipment. A senior scientist will serve as a mentor to each of the Fellows. The candidates will receive full management and administrative support. The salary is $7,933/mo. Please refer to our web page http://fellowship.llnl.gov for eligibility requirements and application information. When applying and prompted please mention where you saw this ad. The deadline for application is November 8, 2005. LLNL is operated by the University of California for the National Nuclear Security Administration/Department of Energy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to workforce diversity. ------ Subject: Tenure Track Position in Mathematical Biology From: Guowei Wei Date: Mon, 7 Nov 2005 13:11:27 -0500 (EST) MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY Department of Mathematics East Lansing, MI 48824-1027 Description: Pending budgetary approval, the Department will have a tenure track position to begin Fall 2006. It is expected that successful applicants will be appointed at the rank of Assistant Professor, but truly outstanding candidates for appointment at higher ranks will be considered. Excellence is essential in both research and teaching, and it is expected that the successful candidate will have at least two years of experience beyond the Ph.D. While outstanding applicants from all mathematical research areas will be considered, preference will be given to those with significant research accomplishments in mathematical biology. Application information: Applicants should send a vita and a brief statement of research interests and arrange for at least four letters of recommendation, one of which must specifically address their ability to teach, to be sent to the department. Interested applicants should go to the Web site at http://www.mth.msu.edu/Hiring to complete an online application and to find a description of other required application material. Application materials can be addressed to: Hiring Committee, Department of Mathematics, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824-1027. Completed applications (that include letters of recommendation) received by November 15, 2005, are assured of consideration, but applications will be considered until the positions are filled. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. MSU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. Handicappers have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodation. ------ Subject: Chair Position in Mathematics at Western Michigan University From: Niloufer Mackey Date: Mon, 31 Oct 2005 14:54:28 -0500 (EST) Chair Position: Western Michigan University Department of Mathematics. We seek a strong forward-looking leader to work effectively with administrators and over 30 full time faculty to further our department's success in the areas of pure mathematics, applied mathematics, and mathematics education. Essential attributes are an established research record, demonstrated ability in teaching, and commitment to undergraduate and graduate education. Applicants must have a doctorate and accomplishments that merit appointment as a tenured professor in our department, and a demonstrated commitment to EEO and the goals of Affirmative Action. Prior external funding and administrative experience is desirable. Information available at: www.wmich.edu/math/chairsearch APPLICATIONS: Applicants should submit a letter of application that includes the applicant's phone number and e-mail address, a detailed curriculum vitae, a statement describing your administrative philosophy and vision for a department such as ours, and contact information for at least four references (including phone numbers, e-mail addresses, and business addresses) to: Chair Search Committee, Department of Mathematics, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5248 (Fax 269-387-4530). Electronic applications in PDF format will be accepted. Please direct questions and all electronic correspondence to: Mathematics Chair Search Committee, math-chairsearch@wmich.edu Western Michigan University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, minorities, and other underrepresented groups. Review of applications will begin as soon as they are received and applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Applications received by January 4, 2006 are assured of full consideration. ------ Subject: New book on mathematical population dynamics and nonlinear waves From: spetrovs Date: Wed, 2 Nov 2005 13:35:13 +0300 (MSK) A new book, "Exactly Solvable Models of Biological Invasion" (by S.V. Petrovskii and B.-L. Li), has just appeared in the Chapman & Hall / CRC Mathematical Biology and Medicine Series. The book addresses a wide variety of problems related to biological invasion and population wave propagation by means of considering exact solutions of relevant nonlinear partial differential equations. 'Biological invasion' is a generic term for a variety of phenomena related to introduction and spatial spread of alien or exotic species, i.e., a species that has not been present in a given ecosystem before it is brought in. Invasion of alien species often results in virtual eradication of some native species, and it is currently considered as one of the main reasons for biodiversity loss all over the world. Much of our current knowledge on biological invasion was derived from field studies, but many recent advances could hardly be possible without extensive use of mathematical modeling and computing. While numerical simulations are clearly a useful approach, they have some serious drawbacks. Approximation errors and the number of parameter values can have a significant impact on the simulation results, the extent of which often remains obscure. Such difficulties do not arise, however, when the problem can be solved analytically. "Exactly Solvable Models of Biological Invasion" demonstrates the advantages and methods of obtaining exact solutions that describe nonlinear problems encountered in the study of invasive species spread. With emphasis on PDEs of diffusion-reaction type, the book presents a comprehensive collection of exactly solvable models and a unified, self-contained description of the relevant mathematical methods. In doing so, it also provides new insights into a few important issues such as the impact of the Allee effect, the impact of predation, the interplay between different modes of species dispersal, etc. Full calculation details make this presentation accessible to biologists as well as applied mathematicians, and a range of ecological examples and applications demonstrate the power of exact methods in practice. For more details and ordering information, please visit: http://www.crcpress.com