Five Research Positions (m/f/d) (Postdoctoral Researchers)

Uni Bielefeld; Bielefeld; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-friendly policies

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Universität Bielefeld invites applications for five postdoctoral researchers in mathematics to work on the TRR 358 project. Positions are fixed-term (2 or 3 years) and salaries follow TV-L level 13. Openings will be filled in Bielefeld and Paderborn.

Applicants should hold a master’s degree in mathematics or be near completion of a doctoral degree. The role emphasizes independence, initiative, and strong English communication, within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in mathematics and a relevant doctoral degree are expected.
• Very good written and spoken English are required.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and show high commitment.
• Collaborative work style and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research tasks in a subproject of TRR 358 (100%).
• Contribute to mathematical research in algebra, geometry, or related areas as per project needs.
• Engage in scientific qualification and develop academically.

Skills

Independence

Initiative

English proficiency

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in mathematics

Doctoral degree in progress

Job description

The Transregio Collaborative Research Center SFB-TRR 358 “Integral Structures in Geometry and Representation Theory” has the following positions available:

Five Research Positions (m/f/d) (Postdoctoral Researchers)

ID: Wiss26338

• starting: 01.01.2027
• fulltime
• salary according to Remuneration level 13 TV-L
• fixed-term

At the start of its second funding period, TRR 358 is announcing five postdoctoral positions. The positions are to be filled in Bielefeld and Paderborn. Detailed descriptions of the available research projects can be found on the TRR website: https://trr358.math.uni-bielefeld.de/JobOpenings .

The positions will be filled subject to project approval.

We offer

• salary according to Remuneration level 13 TV-L
• fixed-term (2 or 3 years) (§ 2 (1) sentence 2 of the WissZeitVG; in accordance with the provisions of the WissZeitVG and the Agreement on Satisfactory Conditions of Employment, the length of contract may differ in individual cases)
• reconcilability of family and work

Your Profile

• completed scientific academic degree (e. g., master’s degree or equivalent) in mathematics
• completed or nearly completed relevant doctoral degree
• ability to work independently, take initiative, and demonstrate a high level of commitment
• very good written and spoken English skills
• collaborative work style and strong communication skills

Preferred experience and skills

• research experience in one or more mathematical fields relevant to the Collaborative Research Center, such as algebra, combinatorics, arithmetic or algebraic geometry, or geometric group theory. Please refer to the following website for potential research projects: https://trr358.math.uni-bielefeld.de/JobOpenings

Your Tasks

• Research tasks in a subproject of the Transregio Collaborative Research Center SFB-TRR 358 “Integral Structures in Geometry and Representation Theory” (100 %)

Employment is conducive to scientific qualification and provides the opportunity for further academic development.

application deadline: 15.11.2026

Contact

Dr. Claudia Köhler
[e-mail]

Postal Address

Universität Bielefeld
Fakultät für Mathematik
Anja Deuchars
Postfach 10 01 31
33501 Bielefeld

Bielefeld University has received a number of awards for its achievements as an equal-opportunity employer and has been recognized as a family-friendly university. The university welcomes applications from women. This is particularly true with regard both to academic and technical posts as well as positions in information technology as well as the skilled crafts and trades. Applications are handled according to the provisions of the state statutes on equal opportunity. Applications from suitably qualified handicapped and severely handicapped persons are explicitly encouraged. At Bielefeld University on request positions can be carried out with reduced working hours as long as this does not conflict with official needs.