Austria / University Graz: University Assistant with doctorate

Mathhire.org; Graz; On-site; EUR 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Continuing education program

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Healthcare access

Job summary

University of Graz seeks a University Assistant with a doctorate for the Department of Mathematics and Scientific Computing in Graz. The position is a Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d) with 40 hours per week and a 1-year temporary contract.

The ideal candidate has a PhD in a mathematical discipline and strong knowledge in machine learning methods, optimal transport, and data science. Duties include independent research, teaching, exams administration, and collaboration within interdisciplinary

Qualifications

• Completed doctoral studies in a mathematical discipline.
• Profound knowledge in mathematical methods, analysis and numerical aspects of machine learning, optimal transport, data science, or related areas.
• Ability to integrate into interdisciplinary research projects and collaborate across domains.
• Independent working style in research, teaching and administration.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Independent research and publication in mathematics of machine learning.
• Contribute to ongoing research projects and develop new initiatives in the fields of machine learning applications.
• Teach courses and administer examinations for the institute's study programs.
• Provide academic and organizational support for students.

Skills

Mathematical research

Machine learning

Analysis

Data science

Teamwork

Education

PhD in mathematics or related field

Job description

Austria / University Graz: University Assistant with doctorate

Department of Mathematics and Scientific Computing

8010 Graz

Austria

Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d)

• Application deadline: 28.09.2026
• Salary Category: B1 with PhD
• Salary per Year (Full Time): € 70,200.20
• Employment Start: As soon as possible
• Hours per week: 40 h/w
• Duration of Contract: Temporary employment
• Temporary Employment: 1 Year

Your Responsibilities

• Independent research and publication activities in the field of „mathematics of machine learning”
• Participation in ongoing research projects as well as the development of new research initiatives in the fields of mathematics of machine learning, optimal transport, classification algorithms, and their applications in biology and medicine
• Independent teaching of courses and administration of examinations for the study programs offered by the institute.
• Academic and organizational support for students of the institute.

Your Profile

• Completed doctoral or Ph.D. studies in a mathematical discipline (or in related fields such as statistics or computer science).
• Profound knowledge in one of the following areas: mathematical methods, analysis and numerical aspects of machine learning, optimal transport, data science, harmonic analysis, or applications in biology and medicine
• Ability to integrate into the department’s research profile and to contribute to interdisciplinary cooperation projects
• Independent working style in research, teaching and administration
• Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English
• Capacity for teamwork, organizational talent and ability to communicate

Application Documents

The following documents are required for an application:

• Letter of motivation and academic CV (including a list of publications)
• Specific letter of recommendation

We Offer

• Meaning: We offer meaningful work for the world of tomorrow.
• Our internal continuing education program is as colorful as the university itself.
• Collaboration: With us, you'll find interdisciplinary, cross-professional opportunities to work together.
• Benefits: Of course, there are all the usual benefits, from A "access to healthcare services" to Z "Zero emission goal".
• Diversity: Besides our various scientific fields and their related issues, we offer a working environment in which diversity and inclusion are lived.
• Flexibility: We demonstrate flexibility not only with the various working time models but also through the offers for the compatibility of family and career.

About us

At the University of Graz, 4700 employees work together on future questions and solutions for the world of tomorrow. Our students and researchers take on the major challenges of society and share their knowledge. We work for tomorrow. Be part of it!

Machine learning and optimal transport is one of the research areas at the Department of Mathematics and Scientific Computing, which is represented in Graz by a dedicated team of international scientists. The associated research group covers a broad spectrum of current applications with a special focus on interdisciplinarity. It offers a friendly working environment, space for creativity and independent work, an appreciative attitude and family friendliness.

Institute Website

The University of Graz strives to increase the proportion of women in particular in management and faculty positions and therefore encourages qualified women to apply. In the event of underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications are generally given priority for admission. We welcome applications from persons with disabilities who meet the requirements of the advertised position.

Please note that in order to comply with the applicable data protection regulations, we can only accept applications via our web-based applicant tool for this vacant position.

We work for tomorrow. Join us!

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