PhD Position in Mathematics

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PhD Position in Mathematics

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Offer DescriptionAre you passionate about doing research in mathematics? The Korteweg-de Vries Institute for Mathematics is looking for an ambitious PhD candidate in mathematics. Your research is part of the . You will be joining the project from classical to noncommutative symmetries. The goal of this project to study two mathematical incarnations of symmetry: one in the world of classical geometry where we talk about symmetries of geometric structures, and one in the world of non-commutative geometry (the quantum world in which we end up after quantisation of classical geometry). In particular, the objective is to relate these two notions of symmetry to obtain a deeper understanding of how these two worlds are related. For more information about this research project, please contact Dr. Hessel Posthuma( ).What are you going to do?

• Conduct research within (or related to) the research areas as outlined;
• Disseminate your research findings through publication in academic journals and participation in academic conferences;
• Participate in the Faculty of Science PhD training programme;
• Assist in teaching undergraduates and Master students;
• Participate in relevant seminars and engage with research collaborations locally and/or internationally;
• Complete and defend a PhD thesis within the official appointment duration of four years.

What do you have to offer?

• Master degree in Mathematics or related field;
• Affinity with any of the involved research fields mentioned in the project description;
• Highly motivated;
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken;
• Experience in teaching is a plus.

Our offer
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). The preferred starting date is September 1, 2024. This should lead to a dissertation (PhD thesis). We will draft an educational plan that includes attendance of courses and (international) meetings. We also expect you to assist in teaching undergraduates and master students.The salary, will be € 2,770 in the first year and increase to € 3,539 in the last year (scale P) gross per month, based on a fulltime contract (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 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 to read more about our extensive package of secondary employment benefits, take a look .Any questions?
Do you have any questions or do you require additional information? Please contact:

• Dr. H.B. Posthuma, email:

About us
The is the Netherlands’ largest university, offering the widest range of academic programmes. At the UvA, 30,000 students, 6,000 staff members and 3,000 PhD candidates study and work in a diverse range of fields, connected by a culture of curiosity.The has a student body of around 8,000, as well as 1,800 members of staff working in education, research or support services. Researchers and students at the Faculty of Science are fascinated by every aspect of how the world works, be it elementary particles, the birth of the universe or the functioning of the brain.Institute/Department(KdV Institute) is the mathematical research institute of the Faculty of Science of the Universiteit van Amsterdam. The KdV Institute offers a stimulating scientific environment in which research focuses mainly within the research programmes (1) Algebra, Geometry and Mathematical Physics, (2) Pure, Applied and Numerical Analysis, and (3) Stochastics. It also provides the lecturers and instructors for the mathematics teaching within the Science faculty. The KdV Institute participates in the NWO research clusters GQT, STAR, NDNS+ and DIAMANT and in the Gravity programme NETWORKS. There is formal (and informal) cooperation with the Centrum Wiskunde & Informatica (CWI), the VU University, and with Eurandom in Eindhoven. KdVI counts about 30 staff members and 40 postdocs and PhD students.Want to know more about our organisation? Read more about the University of Amsterdam.Job application
If you feel the profile fits you, and you are interested in the job, we look forward to receiving your application. You can apply online via the button below. We accept applications until and including 7 June 2024.Applications should include the following information (all files besides your cv should be submitted in one single pdf file):

• a motivation letter and CV, please mention the months (not just years) in your CV when referring to your education and work experience;
• a copy of your Master’s thesis (when available);
• a list of all university courses taken, including a transcript of grades;
• the name and contact details (including email address) of two referees who can provide details about your profile (one of whom should be the main supervisor of your Master thesis).

Only complete applications received within the response period via the link below will be considered.The interviews will be held in the course of month June 2024.Studies show that women and members of underrepresented groups only apply for jobs if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Do you meet the educational requirements but do not yet have all the required experience? Then the UvA encourages you to apply anyway.No agencies please.If you encounter Error GBB451, reach out to our directly. They will gladly help you continue your application.RequirementsAdditional InformationWebsite for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute UvA Country Netherlands City Amsterdam Postal Code 1098XH Street Science Park 904Where to apply WebsiteContact CityAmsterdam WebsiteStreetSpui 21 Postal Code1012 WXSTATUS: EXPIRED

Expected salary

€2770 per month

Location

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

Job date

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 00:39:50 GMT

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