Postdoctor in Spectral theory of differential operators

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We are looking for a postdoc working on spectral theory of differential operators. The position is a full-time temporary employment for two years, funded by the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation.

You will join the dynamic research environment at the division of analysis and probability. Our research group in spectral theory and PDEs is steadily growing and has strong ties to the international research community. We value our open, supporting and inspiring atmosphere with regular activities throughout the academic year.

The Department of Mathematical Sciences at the Chalmers University of Technology and the University of Gothenburg has about 200 employees and is the largest department of mathematics in Sweden. We have an international environment with frequent exchanges with other universities around the world. Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all our activities. We work actively to be a parent-friendly organization.

Subject area
Spectral Theory of Differential Operators

Subject area description
The candidate will develop quantitative methods in semiclassical spectral theory, particularly in the setting of Schrödinger operators satisfying mild regularity assumptions. Connections and applications to sharp spectral inequalities and spectral optimization problems will also be explored. 

Job assignments
You will conduct research in the group of Associate senior lecturer Simon Larson. You are expected to independently develop new ideas in this collaboration.

If the candidate is interested, at most 20% of the time can be spent on teaching and supervision.

Eligibility
To be eligible for appointment as a postdoc, the applicant is required to have a doctoral degree or a degree that is deemed to be equivalent. This requirement must be met before the employment decision is made. 

In the first instance, those who have completed their degree no more than three years prior to the end of the application period shall be considered. This can be extended if special grounds exist, such as absence due to illness, parental leave, commissions of trust within labor unions, military service or other similar circumstances

Assessment criteria
The assessment of your application will be based mainly on your scientific skills, and in particular skills relevant to the project as described above.

Knowledge of spectral theory of differential operators and functional analysis in Sobolev spaces is required. On a personal level you should be highly motivated and independent. Your ability to collaborate and to communicate in English will be considered in the assessment.

Employment
Type of employment: Fixed-term employment, 2 years
Extent: 100 %
Location: Division of Analysis and Probability Theory, Department of Mathematical Sciences, University of Gothenburg
First day of employment: 1 September 2025 or as agreed

Contact information 

Associate senior lecturer Simon Larson, simon.larson@gu.se , +46-317722889

Professor Hjalmar Rosengren, head of unit, hjalmar@chalmers.se , +46-317725358

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Application
Submit your application via the University of Gothenburg’s recruitment portal by clicking the “Apply” button. It is your responsibility to ensure that the application is complete as per the vacancy notice, and that the University receives it by the final application deadline.  

Submit the following documents:

• Personal letter,
• CV, including a complete list of publications and conference talks,
• Research statement (maximum three pages), accounting for your previous experience and future plans,
• Contact details for two reference persons,
• Diplomas and grade transcripts,
• At most five scientific publications.

 Applications must be received by: 2025-05-25

Read more and apply here

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