Postdoctoral Researcher – Mathematical Statistics (4-Year)

Emerging Scholars Council; Vienna (OH); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Remote/hybrid work

Training & coaching

Public transport access

Equal opportunities

Job summary

University of Vienna invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher in the Institute for Statistics and Operations Research. The role focuses on research, teaching within collective bargaining terms, and administrative duties, centered on developing an independent research profile in mathematical statistics and contributing to international publications and presentations.

The position is limited to four years and aims to foster collaboration within the Data Science @ University of Vienna

Qualifications

• PhD in statistics, mathematics, or closely related field.
• Strong background in mathematical statistics and probability theory.
• Excellent knowledge of English (C1).

Responsibilities

• Build up an independent research profile in mathematical statistics.
• Publish internationally and give lectures.
• Apply for projects and raise third‑party funds.
• Teach courses independently within collective bargaining rules.
• Supervise students in various courses.
• Participate in evaluation measures and quality assurance.
• Take on administrative tasks in research and teaching.

Skills

Mathematical statistics

Probability theory

English (C1)

Education

PhD in statistics or mathematics

Job description

University of Vienna invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher in the Institute for Statistics and Operations Research. The role focuses on research, teaching within collective bargaining terms, and administrative duties, centered on developing an independent research profile in mathematical statistics and contributing to international publications and presentations.

The position is limited to four years and aims to foster collaboration within the Data Science @ University of Vienna