Postdoc In Mathematical Statistics

Laplace Apply; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 41,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam offers a Postdoc in Mathematical Statistics. This two-year role provides freedom to develop an independent research agenda aligned with the statistics group, with potential extension to a third year.

The workload is 30.4–38 hours per week, with a published salary range of EUR 3,706–5,760 gross per month. The position emphasizes a strong English communication requirement and is best suited for candidates with a PhD in mathematical statistics or related fields.

Qualifications

• PhD in mathematical statistics, or mathematics with mathematical-statistics research record.
• Excellent English communication.

Responsibilities

• Two-year research position with freedom to build an independent research agenda.
• Approximately 85% collaborative research and 15% teaching; potential extension to three years.

Education

PhD in mathematical statistics, or mathematics with mathematical-statistics research record

Job description

6 December 2026 (date-only displayed on listing; exact cutoff time not verified in the current pass)

About This Opportunity

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam offers Postdoc In Mathematical Statistics. This two-year mathematical-statistics postdoc at VU Amsterdam provides considerable freedom to build an independent research agenda aligned with the statistics group.

This two-year mathematical-statistics postdoc at VU Amsterdam provides considerable freedom to build an independent research agenda aligned with the statistics group. Potential research directions include nonparametric and high-dimensional inference, quantile regression, Bayesian nonparametrics and sequential inference. About 85% of effort is collaborative research and 15% mathematics teaching; a possible extension to three years is mentioned. Practical and application conditions: Contract or doctoral duration: 2 years; possible extension to 3 years; Advertised weekly workload: 30.4-38 hours/week; Published remuneration: EUR 3,706-5,760 gross per month; Language condition: Good English communication; Stated application date: 6 December 2026 (cutoff time not independently validated).

Who This Opportunity Is Best Suited For: Based on the documented project scope, it may particularly suit applicants with a PhD in mathematical statistics, or mathematics with a demonstrable mathematical-statistics track record, strong independent research and English communication skills.

Potential Challenges / Who May Find It Less Suitable: The project is theoretically demanding and contains a teaching component; research alignment with the host group matters for candidate fit.

Overall Opportunity Assessment: The distinguishing feature is the specific combination of research questions and methods described above; applicants should weigh this focus against the documented prerequisites and working conditions.

Level

Postdoc

Duration

2 years; possible extension to 3 years

Reference Code

365093

Field

Mathematical Statistics

Funding & Compensation

Amount EUR 3,706-5,760 / Per Month

Funding Type Salary

Funding Status Paid

Period Per Month

Requirements

Education

PhD in mathematical statistics, or mathematics with mathematical-statistics research record.