Postdoctoral position in mathematics, applied mathematics or statistics

Published: 2019-11-25

Uppsala University is a comprehensive research-intensive university with a strong international standing. Our mission is to pursue top-quality research and education and to interact constructively with society. Our most important assets are all the individuals whose curiosity and dedication make Uppsala University one of Sweden’s most exciting workplaces. Uppsala University has 44.000 students, 7.100 employees and a turnover of SEK 7 billion.

The Department of Mathematics conducts research and provides education at undergraduate to graduate level in mathematics, applied mathematics and statistics. The number of employees is 120, including 30 PhD students. The Department has three research programs: analysis and probability, algebra and geometry, applied mathematics and statistics.

Duties: Conduct research in mathematics, applied mathematics or statistics. Teaching and administration can be included, no more than 20 percent. 

Requirements: PhD degree in mathematics, applied mathematics or statistics or a foreign degree equivalent to a PhD degree in mathematics, applied mathematics or statistics. The PhD degree must have been obtained no more than three years prior to the application deadline. The three year period can be extended due to circumstances such as sick leave, parental leave, duties in labour unions, etc. 

Documented ability to excellent research in mathematics, applied mathematics or statistics. The applicant´s research should harmonize well with the department´s ongoing research projects http://math.uu.se/research/.

Ability to teach in Swedish or English is a requirement as well as proficiency in spoken and written English.

How to apply: The application should include a short description of research interests and relevant skills, CV, list of publications, copies of diploma with marks, and other relevant information, including the contact details of up to three referees is commendable. We do not want any letters of recommendation. Please indicate which current researcher/research group you prefer to work with.

Uppsala University strives to be an inclusive workplace that promotes equal opportunities and attracts qualified candidates who can contribute to the University’s excellence and diversity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people of all backgrounds.

Salary: Individual salary.

Starting date: 1 September 2020 or as otherwise agreed.

Type of employment: Temporary position according to central collective agreement.

Scope of employment: 100 %

For further information about the position please contact:

Professor Tobias Ekholm, e-mail tobias.ekholm@math.uu.se, phone +46 (0)18-4716399 (Algebra and geometry)

Professor Erik Ekström, e-mail erik.ekstrom@math.uu.se, phone +46 (0)18-4713834 (Applied mathematics and statistics)

Professor Kaj Nyström, e-mail kaj.nystrom@math.uu.se, phone +46 (0)18-4713285 (Analysis and probability)

Professor Warwick Tucker, e-mail warwick.tucker@math.uu.se, phone +46 (0)18-4713318 (Head of Department)

Please submit your application by 16 December 2019, UFV-PA 2019/4037.

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