Postdoctoral position in Mathematics

Linnéuniversitetet; Växjö kommun; On-site; SEK 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Swedish university is seeking a postdoctoral researcher in Mathematics focused on the analysis of partial differential equations. This full-time position is for 2 years, starting January 2026. Candidates should have a doctorate in Mathematics, along with documented research experience. Applications are welcome until September 30, 2025. The university promotes diversity and aims for a balanced gender distribution in its workforce.

Qualifications

• Experience in research specifically focused on analysis or numerical methods for partial differential equations.
• Completed doctorate degree by the time of the employment decision.

Responsibilities

• Conduct 100% research in the mathematics of non-linear partial differential equations.
• Participate actively in department’s environment and networks.

Skills

Research in analysis

Numerical methods

Partial differential equations

Education

Doctorate in Mathematics or equivalent

Job description

Welcome to Linnaeus University! Here you'll meet 2 200 staff members and 40 000 students, all united in following the vision to set knowledge in motion for a sustainable societal development. With us, research and education are conducted with an eye towards the future. Our proximity to the business world, both locally and globally, gives us a wide reach and the ability to create change that makes an impact. All that's needed is a place where ideas have the space to meet and grow. That's what we've created – and you are invited.

Change starts here!

The Faculty of Technology has a wide range of activities spanning nine different departments through which Linnaeus University provides education and conducts research. The courses in technology cover everything from short courses of a few weeks or months to five-year Master of Science in Engineering courses. The research responds to society's needs in several broad fields - both in the short and long term - with basic research and applied research in collaboration with stakeholders.

The Department of Mathematics is responsible for three different educational programs with mathematics as a major: Applied Mathematics program (bachelor's program), Mathematics and Modelling (master's program), and a Master of Science program in Engineering Mathematics. In addition to these programs, we are responsible for mathematics and mathematics didactics in about 20 educational programs.

The postdoctoral fellowship is funded by the Carl Trygger Foundation and focuses on analysis or numerical analysis of partial differential equations.

Subject area for the position: Mathematics

Location until further notice: Växjö, Sweden.

Hours and term: Full-time for 2 years in accordance with the postdoc agreement.

Starting date: January 2026.

Job Description

The postdoc project is focused on analysis or numerical methods for non-linear partial differential equations. The target applications include modelling of ecosystems, e.g. spreading of forest diseases and alien invasive species.

The tasks consist of 100% research in mathematics.

In your employment, you are expected to actively participate in the department’s environment and networks, both internally and externally.

Qualifications

A doctorate in mathematics or another field relevant to the assessment criteria below, or possesses an equivalent degree from another country, and has relevant research experience for the aforementioned project, qualifies for the position.

In accordance with the postdoc agreement, applicants who were awarded their degree no more than three years prior to the last application date for the present position should be considered first.

The degree must be completed no later than at the time the employment decision is made.

Assessment criteria

The applicant is expected to have documented experience in research in analysis or numerical methods for partial differential equations. A postdoc candidate must be approved by the Foundation; press here for more information.

An applicant must not previously have been employed as a postdoc for more than a year within the same or a related subject area at Linnaeus University.

When the university employs new teachers, the choice should fall on those applicants who, based on a qualitative holistic assessment of competence and skills, are considered most likely to successfully perform and develop relevant tasks and contribute to successful development of the organisation.

You are welcome to submit your application by September 30, 2025.

Contact

Head of department, Håkan Sollervall, e-post: [e-mail]

Research leader, Christian Engström tel. [phone], e-post: [e-mail]

HR partner, Erika Hjelmer tel. [phone], e-post: [e-mail]

Would you like to know more about the department of Mathematics? Learn more at Lnu.se

Linnaeus University has the ambition to utilize the qualities that an even gender distribution and diversity brings to the organization.

Please apply by clicking on the Apply button at the bottom of the ad. Your application should be designed according to the Template for application which can be found in the Guide to Appointment procedures under important documents below the ad. The credentials you invoke must be verified with certification and they must be attached digitally in your application. Other documents, including various types of scientific works, must be submitted digitally along with the application. The application and other documents to be marked with the reference number. All documents cited must be received by the University no later than 23.59 (Local time in Sweden) on the closing day.

Linnaeus University is an employer that meets the requirements of the European Charter for Researchers and follows the recruitment guidelines. Therefore, the university has received the HR Excellence in Research award.

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