PhD candidate position within singularity theory, between topology and complex algebraic geometry

e Investigador) Research Field: Mathematics Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions: PhD Positions Application Deadline: 30 Nov 2026 - 00:00 (Europe/Madrid) Country: Spain Type of Contract: Permanent Job Status: Full-time Hours Per Week: 37,5 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number: PID2025-168421NA-I00 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No Offer Description PhD candidate position within singularity theory, between topology and complex algebraic geometry. It will include at least one stay in a different institution as part of the candidate’s education. Research topics within the grant include applications of Hodge theory to singularities and topological properties of smooth quasiprojective varieties. Previous familiarity with these topics is NOT expected of the candidates. Where to apply Website: https://www.uam.es/uam/investigacion/ofertas-empleo/contrato-fpi2026-mam Requirements Research Field: Mathematics Education Level: PhD or equivalent Skills/Qualifications Master’s degree level knowledge of Mathematics Candidates from all linguistic backgrounds, genders and nationalities are encouraged to apply. We actively encourage applications from women and under-represented groups. Specific Requirements The candidates’ previous experience and knowledge in topology and algebra will be taken into account (courses taken, degree and master’s thesis). Required languages English 2. Good. Spanish is useful for navigating the university’s procedures, but it is not required or taken into account for candidate selection. Required research experience: No research experience is required. Languages: ENGLISH Level: Good Additional Information Benefits 2,121.34 € gross monthly salary for the duration of the contract. Should the successful candidate finish their PhD before the end of the 4 year contract, this could be extended as part of an additional Postdoctoral Orientation Period (POP) for up to 12 months, not exceeding in total (PhD+POP) the full 4 years. The successful candidate will be an employee of the university and, as such, they will be entitled to the standard benefits of university employees, including access to the free universal Spanish health system, severance payment at the end of the contract, public pension accrual, and parental and/or maternity leave benefits, in accordance with Spanish laws and collective labour agreements. Eligibility criteria To be eligible to apply, the candidates must be pre-enrolled in the university’s graduate school. See information here: https://www.uam.es/uam/en/posgrado/escuela-doctorado-uam/acceso-admision . Feel free to contact the PIs if you have trouble with this step. The university requires candidates to go through its online applicacion system. Feel free to contact the PIs if you have trouble with this step. Selection process The call for applications is expected to open in November 2026. Please note that the application window will remain open for 14 calendar days (10 working days) only due to university regulations. In order to understand the process, applicants are strongly encouraged to contact us in advance. Additional comments: Feel free to contact eva.elduque@uam.es or moises.herradon@uam.es for any questions. Applications to this offer must compulsory be registered through the online application system of UAM. Nevertheless, prospective applicants are encouraged to contact the PI beforehand to discuss their suitability for the position, and to seek for assistance with the online application system. Work Location(s) Number of offers available: 1 Company/Institute: Universidad Autónoma de Madrid Country: Spain City: Madrid Postal Code: 28049 Street: Calle Einstein, 3 Contact State/Province: Madrid City: Madrid Website: http://www.uam.es/ss/Satellite/es/home/ Street: C/ Einstein 3 Postal Code: 28049 E-Mail: convocatorias.pi@uam.es