Postdoctoral Fellow in Arithmetic Geometry and Representation Theory

The Department of Mathematics at Stockholm University has 38 faculty staff members, divided into three divisions: Mathematics, Mathematical Statistics and Computational Mathematics. The Division of Mathematics carries out research in a wide range of branches of pure mathematics, including algebraic geometry and algebraic topology, complex analysis, logic, mathematical physics, number theory, operator theory, partial differential equations, and representation theory.
More information about us, please visit: the Department of Mathematics.

Project description

The position will be associated with grants of Wushi Goldring funded by the Swedish Research Council and/or the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation. We are looking for applicants working in Arithmetic Geometry and Representation Theory. Wushi Goldring strives to support and achieve Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in his research group and beyond.

Main responsibilities

The main responsibility is to carry out research. The position also includes some teaching duties (up to 20 %), which may include supervision of students.

Qualification requirements

In order to qualify for a Postdoctoral position, applicants are required to hold a Swedish doctoral degree or an equivalent relevant degree from another country. The degree must have been completed no later than when the employment decision is made.

Assessment criteria

It is considered an advantage if the doctoral degree or an equivalent degree was completed no more than three years prior to the application deadline. Under special circumstances, an older degree may also be an advantage. Special circumstances refer to sick leave, parental leave, elected positions in trade unions, service in the total defense, or other similar circumstances, as well as clinical attachment or service/assignments relevant to the subject area.

About the employment

The position involves full-time employment for a minimum of two years and a maximum of three years, with the possibility of extension under special circumstances. Start date 2025-08-15 or as per agreement.

We offer

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

Contact

Further information about the position can be obtained from Wushi Goldring, wgoldring@math.su.se, or the Head of the Division, Alan Sola, phone +46 8 164523, sola@math.su.se.

Application

Apply for the 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.

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