Job Information
- Organisation/Company: Technical University Darmstadt
- Department: Mathematics
- Research Field: Mathematics » Discrete mathematics; Mathematics » Algorithms
- Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2)
- Positions: Postdoc Positions
- Application Deadline: 20 Aug 2026 - 23:55 (Europe/Berlin)
- Country: Germany
- Type of Contract: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-time
- Offer Starting Date: 1 Oct 2026
- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?: Not funded by a EU programme
Offer Description
The Algorithmic graph theory group in the department of mathematics at the Technical University Darmstadt seeks to fill several open full-time positions for PostDocs. We are looking for candidates who seek (further) academic qualification in one or more of the following fields:
- structural graph theory;
- design of algorithms on discrete structure;
- finite model theory. structures
Where to apply
Website: https://www.career.tu-darmstadt.de/tu-darmstadt/job/56438
Requirements
Research Field: Mathematics » Discrete mathematics
Education Level: PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
- Outstanding PhD degree in mathematics, computer science, or a related field at the start of the employment;
- Interest and ambition for mathematical research;
- Active participation in an open, vibrant, and collaborative research atmosphere within the group;
- Solid background appropriate to the applicant’s stage of career in one or more of the following areas:
- – structural graph theory;
- – design of algorithms on discrete structures;
- – finite model theory.
Specific topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
- graph algorithms, particularly parametrised and approximation algorithms;
- graph decompositions, width measures, and decomposition–obstruction dualities;
- algorithmic and structural aspects of graph classes;
- graph minors and graphs on surfaces;
- vertex-minors and structural theory of matroids;
- structural theory of sparse graphs;
- coarse graph theory;
- descriptive complexity theory;
- logic on graphs and other discrete structures, particularly algorithmic aspects and expressive power;
- elements of model theory, particularly stable theories and dependent theories.
Candidates are expected to have international research experience in one or more of the topics listed above, witnessed by a strong publication record in mathematical journals and/or conferences in theoretical computer science.
Languages: ENGLISH
Level: Excellent
Additional Information
Eligibility criteria
Technical University of Darmstadt offers varied and challenging assignments, freedom to work independently, the latest technologies, good collaboration between colleagues in partnership, needs-based training opportunities and customised personnel development.
The fulfillment of the duties likewise enables the scientific qualifications of the candidate.
- Development and organisation – comprehensive in-house training offers, including the opportunity for continuing education and development;
- Annual leave/educational leave – 30 days annual leave (full-time employment) and 5 days educational leave;
- Sustainable and mobile – eligibility to free public transport in the state of Hesse with the LandesTicket Hessen (Hesse StateTicket) in accordance with the currently valid collective agreement, in addition to opportunities to working mobile at times;
- Fit and healthy – free of charge preventive medical check-ups and a wide-ranging subsidised sports programme;
- Work-life balance – flexible working time models, plus BGM (Betriebliches Gesundheitsmanagement – University Health Management);
- Pension scheme – supplementary public service pension scheme (VBL) in accordance with the currently applicable regulations;
- University bicycle
- Family-friendliness/compatibility of family/care/career – (university-run) childcare services, child allowance (based on the collective agreement), childcare programmes during school holidays.
Additional comments
TU Darmstadt intends to increase the number of female employees and encourages female candidates to apply. In case of equal qualifications, applicants with a degree of disability of at least 50 or equal will be given preference. Remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement for the Technical University of Darmstadt (TV - TU Darmstadt). Part-time employment is generally possible.
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available: 2
- Company/Institute: TU Darmstadt
- Country: Germany
- State/Province: Hessen
- City: Darmstadt
Contact
- City: Darmstadt
- Website: https://www.tu-darmstadt.de/index.en.jsp
- Website: https://www.mathematik.tu-darmstadt.de/fb/index.en.jsp
- Street: Schlossgartenstraße 7
- Postal Code: 64289
- E-Mail: pilipczuk@mathematik.tu-darmstadt.de
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