Postdoctoral position

24 Jan 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Institute of Mathematics of the Czech Academy of Sciences

Department

Mathematical Logic and Theoretical Computer Science

Research Field

Mathematics

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Czech Republic

Application Deadline

15 Mar 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Prague)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

40

Offer Starting Date

1 Jul 2024

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 Institute of Mathematics of the Czech Academy of Sciences (IM CAS) is seeking a researcher for the project “Compactness in set theory, with applications to algebra and graph theory” coordinated by Dr. Christopher Lambie-Hanson and funded by the Czech Science Foundation.

Requirements

Research Field

Mathematics

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Applications are invited from candidates who have completed their PhD within the last 5 years (or will have completed it before the time of hiring), and who have a strong background in set theory. Preferred qualifications include some knowledge of at least one of the following topics: (1) large cardinals and set theoretic compactness, (2) applications of set theory to homological algebra, (3) uncountable graphs. 

We require verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

The successful applicant will be based at the Institute of Mathematics of the Czech Academy of Sciences, Prague, and will perform research in the areas of the project. He/she is also expected to take part in activities of the Department of Mathematical Logic and Theoretical Computer Science such as seminars and workshops organized by the group. No teaching is involved.

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Good

Research Field

Mathematics

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Additional Information
Benefits

We offer flexible working hours for scientists. We support female researchers with children by offering possibility of home office contracts and part-time job.
The Academy offers the kindergarden for employees' children from 1 to 5 years old.
Affordable accommodation is available in the building of the Institute for the first 3-6 months.

Eligibility criteria

Applications are invited from candidates who have completed their PhD within the last 5 years (or will have completed it before the time of hiring), and who have a strong background in set theory.

Selection process

Publications, as well as other activities and professional achievements, will be judged by the stage of the applicant's career.

Equal opportunities are an integral part of the IM CAS personnel policy. The IM CAS fosters the compatibility of work and family and encourages applications from qualified female researchers. Disabled applicants will be given preference in case of equal qualifications.

Only complete applications (including the letters of reference) received by March 15, 2024, will be considered. Online interviews with shortlisted applicants will be scheduled from March 27 to 29, 2024. All applicants will be notified by April 5, 2024.

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Institute of Mathematics, Czech Academy of Sciences

Country

Czech Republic

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://application.math.cas.cz/Positions.html#page=CALL_LIST

Contact

City

Prague

Website

http://math.cas.cz/

Street

Žitná 25, 115 67 Praha 1, Czech Republic

Postal Code

115 67

E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED