Position Description

Postdoc in Nonlinear PDEs and Free Boundary Problems

KTH Royal Institute of Technology, School of Engineering Sciences

Job description

The research group led by Henrik Shahgholian focuses on the analysis of Nonlinear Partial Differential Equations and Free Boundary Problems. The overarching goal of the project is to investigate the regularity of solutions and the geometry of free boundaries in various physical and geometric contexts. The successful applicant will work on cutting-edge problems in the field, including but not limited to:

• Regularity theory for elliptic and parabolic PDEs.

• The analysis of free boundary problems (e.g., obstacle-type problems, phase transitions, constraint maps, inverse scattering problems).

• Geometric and qualitative analysis of solutions to semilinear problems.

• Applications of PDE theory to a variety of problems.

•Take active part in organizing seminars in Nonlinear PDEs.

The candidate will be part of a vibrant and diverse research environment at KTH, benefiting from a strong tradition in analysis and close proximity to the Mittag-Leffler Institute and other major research hubs in the Stockholm area. Up to 20% of the position may include teaching or supervision duties.

Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree. This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made.
• A strong background in Nonlinear PDEs, Calculus of Variations, or Geometric Analysis.
• Experience with Regularity Theory of Free Boundary Problems is highly desirable.
• Written and spoken English proficiency, excellent communication skills
• Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a research team.
• Strong motivation to contribute to the group’s scientific activities and collaborate with international visitors.
• Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality

Preferred qualifications

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline
  
  

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.



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The application must include:

• CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
• Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages.
• Brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Maximally two pages long.

Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

About the employment

The position offered is for, at the most, two years.

A position as a postdoctoral fellow is a time-limited qualified appointment focusing mainly on research, intended as a first career step after a dissertation.

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