Stockholm University, Department of Mathematics
Position ID:
2543-PDALGTOP [#28330]
Position Title:
Postdoctoral fellow in algebraic topology
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
Stockholm, Stockholm 106 91, Sweden
Subject Area:
Algebraic Topology
Appl Deadline:
2026/05/15 23:59:59 (posted 2026/04/14, listed until 2026/10/14)
Position Description:
Position Description
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. Project description The department of mathematics and statistics at Stockholm university is seeking to recruit a postdoc working in algebraic topology, broadly interpreted. The permanent members of the topology group are Gregory Arone, Alexander Berglund and Dan Petersen. There always are several postdocs and graduate students working in topology, as well as researchers working in adjacent fields, e.g. algebraic geometry. The position is funded by Arone’s grant from the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation. Research interests of the group members include Homotopical algebra, operad theory, calculus of functors, automorphisms of manifolds, configuration spaces, etc. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research interests fit well with the group at Stockholm University. 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. In the appointment process, special attention will be given to research skills in the fields mentioned above. 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 2026/09/01 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 Gregory Arone, gregory.arone@math.su.se, or the Head of the Division of Mathematics, Alan Sola, 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. The instructions for applicants are available at the link provided. Stockholm University contributes to the development of sustainable democratic society through knowledge, enlightenment and the pursuit of truth.We are not accepting applications for this job through MathJobs.Org right now. Please apply at https://su.varbi.com/what:job/jobID:923433/
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