Researcher in Strings, quantum fields and geometry

Uppsala universitet, Sweden

Updated: 5 months ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 31 May 2023

17 May 2023
Job Information
Organisation/Company

Uppsala universitet
Department

Uppsala University, Department of Mathematics
Research Field

Mathematics
Physics
Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)
Country

Sweden
Application Deadline

31 May 2023 - 21:59 (UTC)
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Full-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

H2020 / ERC
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

The Department of Mathematics conducts research and provides education at undergraduate and graduate levels in mathematics, applied mathematics and statistics. The number of employees is 130, including 40 PhD students. The Department has three research programs: analysis and probability, algebra and geometry, applied mathematics and statistics. To read more please visit the department ́s webpage .

The Department of Mathematics is now looking for a researcher in strings, quantum fields, and geometry.

Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at Uppsala University

Duties
You will work on topics related to the ERC grant “The Memory of Solitons” under the supervision of Dr. Michele Del Zotto, at the interface of the group of geometry and physics at the Department of Mathematics and the group of theoretical physics of the Department of Physics and Astronomy. The duties include collaboration with the various members of the group and the production of research results.

Requirements
To qualify for employment as a researcher, you must have a PhD degree in mathematics or Theoretical Physics, or a foreign degree deemed equivalent to a PhD degree in mathematics or theoretical physics.

Preference will be given to candidates with proven experience in the context of geometric engineering methods in quantum field theory and strings/M/F-theory.

Application
Please include in your application the following attachments in pdf format:

  • Cover Letter (including the contact information for 3 references);
  • CV (including a publication list);
  • Research statement (2 pages + 1 extra page for references, longer statements will not be considered)

    • About the employment
    The employment is a temporary position, 9 months. Scope of employment 100%. Starting date 1 September 2023 or as agreed. Placement: Uppsala

    For further information about the position, please contact: Michele Del Zotto, tel. +46 (0)18-471 3192, e-post: michele.delzotto@math.uu.se .

    Please submit your application by 31 May 2023, UFV-PA 2023/1792.

    Are you considering moving to Sweden to work at Uppsala University? Find out more about what it´s like to work and live in Sweden.  


    Requirements
    Research Field
    Mathematics
    Education Level
    PhD or equivalent

    Research Field
    Physics
    Education Level
    PhD or equivalent

    Research Field
    Mathematics
    Years of Research Experience
    None

    Research Field
    Physics
    Years of Research Experience
    None

    Additional Information
    Work Location(s)
    Number of offers available
    1
    Company/Institute
    Uppsala universitet
    Country
    Sweden
    City
    Uppsala

    Where to apply
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    Contact
    City

    Uppsala
    Website

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