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4 PhD's in Mathematics

The Human Resources Strategy for Researchers
4 May 2023

Job Information

Organisation/Company
University of Amsterdam (UvA)
Research Field
Physics
Researcher Profile
First Stage Researcher (R1)
Country
Netherlands
Application Deadline
Type of Contract
Temporary
Job Status
Not Applicable
Hours Per Week
38.0
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by an EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No

Offer Description

The Korteweg-de Vries Institute for Mathematics of the University of Amsterdam (UvA) is looking for:

4 PhD students

What are you expected to do

You execute a PhD-research project, under the supervision of one or more faculty members. The positions will be available in the four research programs where in which the institute is active:

  • Analysis
  • Stochastics
  • Discrete Mathematics and Quantum Information
  • Algebra, Geometry and Mathematical Physics

On our website you will find general information about the Research Programs.

Requirements

Specific Requirements

By the PhD starting date, which will typically be in Autumn 2023, we require a Master's degree in Mathematics, or a closely related field with a substantial mathematics component. Experience in teaching is a plus.

In the case of equal suitability, we will give preference to the candidate who contributes most to the diversity of our institute. In particular, we strongly encourage women to apply.

Additional Information

Benefits

A temporary contract for 38 hours per week for the duration of 4 years (the initial contract will be for a period of 18 months and after satisfactory evaluation it will be extended for a total duration of 4 years). This should lead to a dissertation (PhD thesis). We will draft an educational plan that may include attendance of courses and (international) meetings.

The starting date is Autumn 2023.

The salary will be €2.541 to €3.247 (scale P) gross per month, based on a full-time contract of 38 hours a week. This is exclusive 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus. A favourable tax agreement, the '30% ruling', may apply to non-Dutch applicants. The Collective Labour Agreement of Dutch Universities is applicable.

Besides the salary and a vibrant and challenging environment at Science Park we offer you multiple fringe benefits:

  • 232 holiday hours per year (based on fulltime) and extra holidays between Christmas and 1 January;
  • multiple courses to follow from our Teaching and Learning Centre;
  • a complete educational program for PhD students;
  • multiple courses on topics such as time management, handling stress and an online learning platform with 100+ different courses;
  • 7 weeks birth leave (partner leave) with 100% salary;
  • partly paid parental leave;
  • the possibility to set up a workplace at home;
  • a pension at ABP for which UvA pays two third part of the contribution;
  • the possibility to follow courses to learn Dutch;
  • help with housing for a studio or small apartment when you're moving from abroad.

Are you curious about our extensive package of secondary employment benefits like our excellent opportunities for study and development? Take a look here.

Additional comments

For more information about the job, please contact:

Stochastics

Prof. dr. Joris Mooij

j.m.mooij@uva.nl

Algebra, Geometry and Mathematical Physics

Prof. dr. Sergey Shadrin

s.shadrin@uva.nl

Analysis

Prof. dr. Rob Stevenson

r.p.stevenson@uva.nl

Discrete Mathematics and Quantum Information

Prof. dr. Jo Ellis-Monaghan

j.a.ellismonaghan@uva.nl

Application

Do you recognize yourself in the job profile? Then we look forward to receiving your application by May 31, 2023. You can apply online by using the button below.

Applications in .pdf should include:

  • a curriculum vitae;
  • a motivation letter that explains: 1) why you have chosen to apply for a PhD position at the KdVI and 2) which of the four research programs you prefer;
  • a copy of your Master's thesis or, if not completed, a copy of your Bachelor's thesis (please include it even if it is not written in English);
  • a complete record of Bachelor and Master courses (including grades);
  • names and contact information of two academic references (please do not include any recommendation letters).

All these should be grouped in a single PDF attachment.

Please mention the months (not just years) in your CV when referring to your education and work experience.

Website for additional job details

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
Faculty of Science
Country
Netherlands
City
Amsterdam
Postal Code
1098XH
Street
Science Park 904

Contact

City
Amsterdam
Website
Street
Spui 21
Postal Code
1012 WX