Position Description

The Department of Mathematics (DMATH) of the University of Luxembourg invites applications for a 2-year Postdoc position to start between January and September 2027. 

The researcher will be a part of the research group of Prof. Jean-Marc Schlenker.

Your role 

• Research in Geometry, with interest in differential geometry, geometric analysis, hyperbolic geometry, higher Teichmüller theory, or related topics
• Participation in the scientific activities of the department, e.g. the Geometry and topology seminar, the Geometry and topology reading group
• Contribution to the teaching mission of the Department of Mathematics, amounting to approximately 45 hours of teaching per year
• Contribution to the outreach activities of the Department of mathematics 

Your Profile 

• PhD of high quality in mathematics, in Geometry or closely related topics
• Research experience in at least one of the following topics: hyperbolic geometry, Teichmüller theory, geometric analysis, or the study of geometric structures or representations of surface groups
• Autonomous worker with good organizational and analytic skills
• Excellent command of either French or English is required

We offer

• A dynamic and young department, with energetic colleagues and a great atmosphere
• Funding for travel and invitation, participation in conferences, workshops, and summer program

How to apply

Your application should include: 

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae, including list of publications
• Research statement 
• The names and email addresses of at least 2 references who have agreed to provide a letter of recommendation upon request 
• PhD diploma or a letter/information indicating the expected defense date 
• You can also include a copy of your PhD thesis or an extended abstract if the thesis is not completed 

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. 

Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system in the official job advert linked below. Applications through mathjobs or by email are not possible. 

Applications by Email will not be considered.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg promotes an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to upholding equality and respect for our employees and students.

General information 

• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 24 Months 
• Internal position name: Postdoctoral researcher 
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week 
• Location: Belval, Luxembourg 
• Job Reference: UOL08486 

The current yearly gross salary for every postdoctoral researcher at the University of Luxembourg is 87'306 € (full time).

About us

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.

The Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine (FSTM) at the University of Luxembourg contributes multidisciplinary expertise in the fields of Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences and Medicine. Through its dual mission of teaching and research, the FSTM seeks to generate and disseminate knowledge and train new generations of responsible citizens in order to better understand, explain and advance society and the environment we live in.

If you have questions regarding the position, you can contact Prof. Jean-Marc Schlenker (jean-marc.schlenker@uni.lu). Administrative questions should be addressed to math.office@uni.lu. 

To apply click the button at the bottom of the following page: https://www.uni.lu/en/jobs/postdoctoral-researcher-in-geometry/