Postdoctoral Researcher / Project Researcher Fixed Term Position (Mathematics)

Moventas Wind Ltd; Turku; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Turku invites applications for a fixed-term Postdoctoral Researcher / Project Researcher in Mathematics. The role centers on high-quality research in analytic number theory and related areas, with potential teaching duties as per university rules.

A strong research plan and international collaboration are emphasized. The department covers diverse areas in mathematics, including number theory, analysis, and mathematical modelling.

Qualifications

• PhD in mathematics or near completion, with a focus on analytic number theory.
• Ability to conduct independent scientific research and to teach as required.
• Preference for researchers working on multiplicative/additive number theory, L-functions, or interfaces with analytic number theory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality scientific research in mathematics.
• Collaborate with international contacts and groups.
• Contribute to teaching duties as part of the University of Turku procedures.

Skills

Analytic number theory

Independent research

Teaching skills

Education

PhD in Mathematics

PhD candidate (project researcher)

Job description

Postdoctoral Researcher / Project Researcher Fixed Term Position (Mathematics)

The primary task of the researcher is conducting high-quality scientific research. The members of the researcher group are able to work on research topics from their own research plans together with their international contacts.

Who we are looking for

Applicants are required to have a PhD degree in mathematics or to complete a PhD degree soon (project researcher), preferably on analytic number theory, and to be able to conduct independent research. Only applicants whose research plan concerns analytic number theory are considered. The most important selection criteria are the scientific merits of the candidate and the quality of the research plan. Preference will be given to those candidates whose research interests lie in multiplicative or additive number theory, L-functions or in the interface between additive combinatorics and analytic number theory.

The qualification requirements of the positions are determined in the University of Turku rules of procedure . Accordingly, requirements for a postdoctoral researcher are a doctoral degree and the ability to do independent scientific work as well as having the necessary teaching skills. In case a person selected for a project researcher position does not have a doctoral degree in the beginning of employment, the title will be a project researcher. A project researcher is required to have a higher university degree. When assessing the merits of the applicants, special emphasis will place on competence and practical expertise in the field in question.

We offer you responsible and interesting tasks and the opportunity to develop your professional skills in a versatile operating environment. You get a professional and inspiring team to support your work. We take care of your well-being at work and the functionality of your everyday life, e.g. with the help of flexible working hours and our well-being services.Please read more about University of Turku as an employer from our Come work with us! pages.

The European Commission has awarded the University of Turku the right to use the HR Excellence in Research quality label . The label is a token of the University's commitment to continuous development of the position and working conditions of researchers according to the guidelines set forth in the European Charter for Researchers.

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The salary is determined in accordance with the university salary system for teaching and research personnel and will depend on the degree and qualifications of the applicant. For apostdoctoral researcher (levels 5-6), the monthly salary will be in the beginning of the employment on average 3700–4600 euros/month, depending on previous experience and skills, and being 3700 € in the beginning of an employment typically. For aproject researcher (levels 2-4), the salary will be in the beginning of the employment on average 2550-3400 euros/month, depending on previous experience and skills, and being. The amount of the salary is defined when the employment contract is prepared.

A six (6) month trial period applies to the position.

Department of Mathematics and Statistics

In the Department of Mathematics and Statistics the main research areas in mathematics and applied mathematics include discrete mathematics, theoretical computer science, number theory, analysis, optimization, mathematical modelling and insurance mathematics. The Center of Statistics is in charge of the research and consulting in statistics within the university. Its key research areas include latent variable models, methods for cohort and efficacy studies, and themes concerning macro and financial econometrics.

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