PhD students in Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics at Stockholm University has with its long tradition of excellent research a prominent place in Scandinavian mathematics. The department consists of three divisions: Mathematics, Mathematical Statistics and Computational Mathematics. The research at the Division of Mathematics ranges over many different areas of mathematics, from algebra, geometry and analysis to mathematical logic.
More information about us, please visit: the Department of Mathematics.

Project description

We especially seek to recruit PhD students for the following projects:

Topics in algebraic topology (supervised by Alexander Berglund)

Arithmetic geometry: Moduli spaces, Galois representations and tautological rings (supervised by Jonas Bergström)

Topics in Diophantine analysis (supervised by Matthew de Courcy-Ireland)

Group theory, arithmetic geometry and representation theory (supervised by Wushi Goldring)

Analysis and geometry: Crystalline structures (supervised by Pavel Kurasov)

Topology of moduli spaces (supervised by Dan Petersen)

Geometric analysis with applications to general relativity (supervised by Oliver Petersen)

It is also possible to apply for projects with other supervisors at the department. Information about available PhD supervisors and possible PhD thesis projects, including more information about the above projects, can be found here: possible PhD thesis projects. We recommend that you contact a potential supervisor before submitting the application.

Qualification requirements

In order to be admitted to postgraduate education, the applicant must have the general and specific entry requirements. The qualification requirements must be met by the deadline for applications.

You meet general entry requirements if you have completed a second-cycle degree, or completed courses equivalent to at least 240 higher education credits, of which 60 credits must be in the second cycle, or have otherwise acquired equivalent knowledge in Sweden or elsewhere.

In order to meet the specific entry requirements, the general syllabus for doctoral studies in the field of mathematics stipulates that applicants must have completed courses equivalent to at least 90 credits in mathematics. This must include the courses Abstract Algebra (7.5 credits), Foundations of Analysis (7.5 credits) and Complex Analysis (7.5 credits) as well as a degree project amounting to at least 15 credits, or equivalent.

Selection

The selection among the eligible candidates will be based on their capacity to benefit from the training. The following criteria will be used to assess this capacity: the candidates’ documented knowledge in the relevant field of research, written and oral proficiency in English, the capacity for analytical thinking, the ability to collaborate, as well as creativity, initiative, and independence. The assessment will be based on previous studies and grades, the quality of degree projects, references, relevant experience, the candidate’s written motivation for applying for the position and, for select applicants, interviews. Please note that applicants may be called to an interview on a short notice. Tentatively, interviews will be held in Mid-May.

Important: Your references should send us recommendation letters no later than April 22, 2025, via e-mail to phd-apply@math.su.se and state in the subject line: SU FV-0826-25 + name of the applicant.

Admission Regulations for Doctoral Studies at Stockholm University.

About the employment

We offer a fixed-term employment as a doctoral student according to Chapter 5 of the Higher Education Ordinance (1993:100). The period of employment may not be longer than what corresponds to full-time doctoral education for four years. As a doctoral student, you should primarily devote yourself to your own doctoral education, but the employment may include work with education, research and administration to a limited extent (maximum 20 %).

A new employment as a doctoral student is for a maximum of one year, the employment is then renewed for a maximum of two years at a time.

Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all.

Contact

For more information, please contact Alexander Berglund (director of PhD studies), telephone: +46 8 16 45 37, alexb@math.su.se.

Application

Apply for the PhD student position at Stockholm University's recruitment system. Attach a personal letter and CV as well as the attachments requested in the application form. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the job advertisement, and that it is submitted before the deadline.

The instructions for applicants are available at: How to apply for a position.