Position Summary
Position:
Department:
Department of Mathematics
Institute:
Aarhus University
Country:
Denmark
Research Field:
Mathematics
Posted Date:
Mar 15, 2026
Deadline:
Mar 30, 2026
Offer Period:
3 Years
Offer Start Date:
Sep 01, 2026
Postdoc positions in Mathematics
Project Description:
- The Department of Mathematics at Aarhus University, Denmark, a top 100 university, is seeking top early-career researchers for a number of attractive 3-year postdoctoral positions within Mathematics.
- There are postdoc positions available in the areas listed here:
(PD1) Beyond Unitary Representations of Locally Compact Groups
Earliest starting date: 1 September 2026
- Project area: Totally disconnected locally compact groups, unitary representations, geometric group theory
- This postdoctoral position is dedicated to advancing research in geometric group theory, with particular emphasis on the representation theory of totally disconnected locally compact groups. The project explores whether key analytic properties known for Lie groups extend to a range of non‑Lie examples within the totally disconnected setting.
- Applicants should have a solid research background in totally disconnected locally compact groups. Candidates whose expertise closely matches the goals of the project will be given priority.
(PD2) Distributivity in Algebra and Geometry
Earliest starting date: 1 October 2026
- Project area: Triangulated categories, representation theory
- The project examines the impact of distributivity of the lattice of thick subcategories of a triangulated category on properties of both the triangulated category and the algebraic or geometric object from which it originates. We will also explore the problem of which lattices are realizable as lattices of thick subcategories, and how their properties are reflected in the realizations.
- We seek candidates with a strong background in triangulated categories, preferably with particular expertise in one or more of the following topics: representation theory, homotopy theory or algebraic geometry.
Required Qualification:
Essential Qualification:
- PhD degree obtained after April 2021
Preferred Qualification:
Not Available
Employment Conditions and Benefits:
Contract duration:
- The Department of Mathematics at Aarhus University, Denmark, a top 100 university, is seeking top early-career researchers for a number of attractive 3-year postdoctoral positions within Mathematics.
Benefits:
- The Department of Mathematics, the city of Aarhus as well as Denmark can offer the successful candidate:
- a positive and international work environment with a flat hierarchy,
- a competitive salary, starting at DKK 37,000 and DKK 41,300 (euro approx. 4,952 – 5,528) + pension between DKK 6,709 and DKK 7,465 (euro approx. 898 - 999) per month – all listed amounts are before taxes are calculated.
- universal health insurance as a resident of Denmark, including family members officially residing in Denmark.
- a positive and international work environment with a flat hierarchy,
- a competitive salary, starting at DKK 37,000 and DKK 41,300 (euro approx. 4,952 – 5,528) + pension between DKK 6,709 and DKK 7,465 (euro approx. 898 - 999) per month – all listed amounts are before taxes are calculated.
- universal health insurance as a resident of Denmark, including family members officially residing in Denmark.
Application Process:
Documents Required:
Letter of reference
- If you want a referee to upload a letter of reference on your behalf, please state the referee’s contact information when you submit your application. We strongly recommend that you make an agreement with the person in question before you enter the referee’s contact information, and that you ensure that the referee has enough time to write the letter of reference before the application deadline. Unfortunately, it is not possible to ensure that letters of reference received after the application deadline will be taken into consideration.
- If you wish to add a referee after you have submitted your application, you must send this person’s details (name, job title, place of work, and email address) as well as the name of the position you have applied for to: HR.Nattech@au.dk
How to apply:
- Shortlisting is used. This means that after the deadline for applications – and with the assistance from the assessment committee chairman, and the appointment committee if necessary, – the head of department selects the candidates to be evaluated. All applicants will be notified whether or not their applications have been sent to an expert assessment committee for evaluation. The selected applicants will be informed about the composition of the committee, and each applicant is given the opportunity to comment on the part of the assessment that concerns him/her self. Once the recruitment process is completed a final letter of rejection is sent to the deselected applicants.
- The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.
About the Host Lab Group/Institution:
Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants. Research activities will be evaluated in relation to actual research time. Thus, we encourage applicants to specify periods of leave without research activities, in order to be able to subtract these periods from the span of the scientific career during the evaluation of scientific productivity. Aarhus University offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including relocation service and career counselling to expat partners. Read more here. Please find more information about entering and working in Denmark here. Aarhus University also offers a Junior Researcher Development Programme targeted at career development for postdocs at AU. You can read more about it here. At the Faculty of Natural Science at Aarhus University, we strive to support our scientific staff in their career development. We focus on competency development and career clarification and want to make your opportunities transparent. On our website, you can find information on all types of scientific positions, as well as the entry criteria we use when assessing candidates. You can also read more about how we can assist you in your career planning and development. The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s re
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Frequently Asked Questions:
Who can apply for a postdoctoral position?
Postdoctoral positions are open to candidates who have completed a PhD or will complete their doctoral degree before the start date. Eligibility requirements may vary depending on the funding scheme and host institution.
Can international candidates apply?
Yes. Most postdoctoral positions are open to international applicants. Visa sponsorship and work permit support are usually provided by the host institution, subject to local regulations.
Is prior postdoctoral experience required?
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What is the typical duration of a postdoctoral contract?
Postdoctoral contracts typically range from six months to three years, with the possibility of extension depending on funding availability and performance.
Are teaching responsibilities included?
Teaching responsibilities vary by institution and position. Some postdoctoral roles are research-only, while others may include limited teaching or supervision duties.
Can I apply for multiple postdoctoral positions?
Yes. Candidates are encouraged to apply for multiple suitable postdoctoral positions to increase their chances of selection.
Disclaimer:
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