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About us
The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.
The Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine (FSTM) at the University of Luxembourg contributes multidisciplinary expertise in the fields of Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences and Medicine.
Through its dual mission of teaching and research, the FSTM seeks to generate and disseminate knowledge and train new generations of responsible citizens in order to better understand, explain and advance society and the environment we live in.
Your role
- Research in Geometry, with interest in differential geometry, geometric analysis, hyperbolic geometry, higher Teichmüller theory, or related topics
- Participation in the scientific activities of the department, e.g. the Geometry and topology seminar, the Geometry and topology reading group
- Contribution to the teaching mission of the Department of Mathematics, amounting to approximately 45 hours of teaching per year
- Contribution to the outreach activities of the Department of mathematics
Your profile
- PhD of high quality in mathematics, in Geometry or closely related topics
- Research experience in at least one of the following topics: hyperbolic geometry, Teichmüller theory, geometric analysis, or the study of geometric structures or representations of surface groups
- Autonomous worker with good organizational and analytic skills
- Excellent command of either French or English is required
We offer
- A modern, dynamic university with a personal and inclusive atmosphere. Multilingual and international character. Staff coming from more than 90 countries. Member of The Guild of European Research Intensive Universities
- An exceptional research environment, supported by skilled staff and high-quality equipment. Strong links to professional sectors and the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban campus with excellent infrastructure
- A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and a wide range of non-academic partners including ministries, local governments, associations, and NGOs
How to apply
Applications should include:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover letter detailing your motivation for applying to the advertised research topic and/or project, including how your background, interests, and career goals align with its objective
- PhD diploma or a letter/information indicating the expected defense date
- Transcript of all modules and results from university-level courses taken
- List of publications
- Names, contact information and current position of 2 referees who can, upon request, provide an assessment of the application. Please indicate their relationship to you
Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by Email will not be considered.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg promotes an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to upholding equality and respect for our employees and students.
General information:
- Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 24 Month
- Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
- Location: Belval Campus
- Internal Title: Postdoctoral researcher
- Job Reference: UOL08486
The yearly gross salary for every Postdoctoral Researcher at the UL is EUR 87306 (full time).
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