Postdoctoral Fellow in Computer Science

Lund University

Institution: Lund University, Faculty of Science, Mathematics Centre
Location: Lund, Skåne län, Sweden
Employment Type: Full-time, temporary (2 years)
Reference Number: PA2026/768
Start Date: Preferred 15 August 2026, no later than 1 October 2026
Application Deadline: 24 April 2026

About the Position

The postdoctoral fellow will work at the intersection of numerical analysis, uncertainty quantification, and scientific machine learning. The research focuses on:

• Probabilistic methods for data-driven model reduction
• Maintaining physical consistency and numerical stability
• Real-time data assimilation within reduced-order models

Primary application areas include computational physics and climate modeling.

Teaching may form part of the duties (max 20%), and the position also provides opportunities for pedagogical training.

Qualification Requirements

Required:

• PhD (or equivalent international degree) in numerical analysis, scientific computing, or a similar field
• Ability to plan and carry out high-quality research
• Profound knowledge of numerical methods for partial differential equations
• Knowledge of uncertainty quantification or computational statistics
• Very good oral and written proficiency in English

Meritorious:

• Degree completed within three years of the application deadline
• Experience with interdisciplinary research
• Experience with model reduction
• Experience with scientific machine learning

Selection emphasizes research qualifications, potential as a researcher, and the ability to complement and strengthen ongoing departmental research.

Terms of Employment

• Full-time, fixed-term (2 years)
• Governed by the agreement “Avtal om tidsbegränsad anställning som postdoktor”
• Intended as an initial step to deepen and broaden research expertise

What We Offer

• Benefits of public authority employment, generous annual leave, and advantageous occupational pension
• Support for parental leave, training, and wellness
• Work in the Faculty of Science, with ~1,900 students, 330 PhD students, and 730 employees
• Interdisciplinary and collaborative research environment

Application Instructions

Applications must be in English and submitted via Lund University’s recruitment system. Required documents (PDF format):

• Curriculum vitae with publication list
• Cover letter describing research experience and motivation (max 3 pages)
• Contact details of at least two referees
• Electronic copy of PhD thesis (if possible)
• Copy of doctoral degree certificate (if possible)
• Other certificates/grades you wish to be considered

Note: Sales and marketing contacts are declined.

Contact

• Mengwu Guo: +46 462224909, mengwu.guo@math.lu.se

Union Representatives:

• OFR/ST: st@st.lu.se, 046-2229366