PhD Student in Mathematics

Stockholm University

Reference number: SU FV-0906-26
Host Institution: Stockholm University, Department of Mathematics
Application Deadline: 22-04-2026
Employment Start Date: To be confirmed
Location: Stockholm, Sweden
Employment Type: Full-time, fixed-term, up to 4 years

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About the Position

The Department of Mathematics at Stockholm University offers PhD positions in Computational Mathematics, which covers areas such as:

• Numerical analysis
• Symbolic computations
• Computer science
• Computational biology
• Computational statistics

Specific Projects Available:

1. Computational methods for inference of large sequencing datasets – supervised by Kristoffer Sahlin
2. Advanced computational methods for rational approximation: PDEs, industrial applications, and more – supervised by Davide Pradovera

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Eligibility Requirements

General Entry Requirements:

• Completed a second-cycle (master’s) degree or equivalent (240 HEC, including 60 HEC second-cycle courses)

Specific Entry Requirements:

• Completed at least 60 HEC in a mathematical subject
• Completed at least 30 HEC in either numerical analysis or computer science

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Selection Criteria

Candidates will be assessed based on:

• Knowledge in relevant research fields
• Written and oral proficiency in English
• Analytical thinking, creativity, initiative, independence
• Ability to collaborate
• Previous studies, grades, quality of degree projects, references, motivation letter
• Selected candidates may be interviewed (interviews expected mid-May 2026)

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Employment Terms

• Temporary full-time employment for the duration of PhD studies (up to 4 years)
• Primary focus on doctoral research; up to 20% of time may involve teaching, research assistance, or administration
• Employment contracts renewed for up to 1 year initially, then up to 2 years at a time

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Application Procedure

Apply through Stockholm University’s recruitment system. Required documents:

• Personal letter (motivation)
• CV
• Any additional documents requested in the application form

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Contacts

• Director of PhD Studies: Chun-Biu Li – cbli@math.su.se
• Division Head: Lars Arvestad – arve@math.su.se
• Union Representatives:
  + ST/OFR: st@st.su.se
  + Saco-S: saco@saco.su.se
  + Seko: sekodirekt@seko.se

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