Postdoc in Dynamical Systems

The Department of Mathematics of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam welcomes applications for a two-year Postdoctoral position in Dynamical Systems based within the Amsterdam Center for Dynamics and Computation. Preference will be given to candidates who can connect to existing research strengths of the Center, including (but not limited to) differential equations, networks, data assimilation, systems biology, rigorous numerics, mathematical neuroscience, inverse problems, numerical analysis, and systems with multiple scales. We are an inclusive, interdisciplinary group, and diversity and internationalism is at the heart of our research principles, as well as our teaching practice.

The preferred starting date is September 1, 2025.

Applications from all groups currently under-represented in academic posts are especially encouraged. We particularly welcome applications from women and people with an ethnic minority background.

Your duties

• conducting research in the area of dynamical systems (85%)
• contributing to the teaching portfolio of the Department of Mathematics (15%)

Requirements:

• a PhD in mathematics with expertise in dynamical systems
• strong independent research skills
• good communication skills in English

Salary Benefits:

A rewarding position in a socially involved organization. On full-time basis the remuneration amounts to a minimum gross monthly salary of €4,227 and a maximum of €5,331. The job profile is based on the university job ranking system and is vacant for 0.8-1.0 FTE.

The appointment will be for 2 years. Additionally, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam offers excellent fringe benefits and various schemes and regulations to promote a good work/life balance, such as:

• 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus
• contribution to commuting expenses
• optional model for designing a personalized benefits package
• a maximum of 41 days of annual leave based on full-time employment
• good paid parental leave scheme

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