Postdoctoral Fellow in Mathematics

Lund University

Lunds universitet, Naturvetenskapliga fakulteten, matematikcentrum
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About Lund University

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 47 000 students and more than 8 800 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition.

Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We regard gender equality and diversity as a strength and an asset.

Work Duties

At Lund University, a postdoctoral position should provide opportunities for scientific and pedagogical qualifications. Primarily, there is scope for qualifications in research, but also for some higher education pedagogy training. Teaching may also be part of the duties (max. 20%).

You will work on the extension of the DUNE-FEM package to support computations on GPU hardware with various types of Finite Element methods. This work is embedded in a research project considering structure preserving Finite Element methods for multiphase flows with applications in X-ray tomography.

Qualification Requirements

Requirements are:

• A PhD, or an international degree deemed equivalent to a PhD, within numerical analysis, scientific computing or similar. The PhD must have been awarded when the appointment decision is made.
• The ability to plan and carry out research of high quality, teaching skills.
• Knowledge of Finite Element methods.
• Profound knowledge of C++ in relation to scientific software. You have acquired one of the two following skill sets (both is a strong merit):
  • Previously conducted implementations of algorithms and simulations using contemporary GPU hardware, or
  • Profound knowledge and experience of the DUNE software environment (https://dune-project.org/) (knowledge and experience with DUNE-FEM is a merit).
• You have very good oral and written proficiency in English.

Meritorious are:

• We will mainly consider candidates with a degree completed no more than three years before the last application date.
• Experience with interdisciplinary research is a strong merit.
• Experience with High Performance Computing, in particular on GPU clusters, is a merit.

The assessment of the applicants will primarily be based on their research qualifications and potential as researchers. Particular emphasis will be placed on research skills within the subject. Consideration will also be given to how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen ongoing research within the department and how they stand to contribute to its future development.

Terms of Employment

This is a full-time, fixed-term employment of two years. The period of employment is determined in accordance with the agreement “Avtal om tidsbegränsad anställning som postdoktor” (“Agreement on fixed-term employment as a post-doctoral fellow”).

A postdoctoral position is intended as an initial step in your career and as an opportunity to further deepen and broaden your research expertise.

Preferred start date of the position is May 1st, but no later than September 1st 2026.

What We Offer

Lund University is a public authority, which means that you receive special benefits, generous annual leave and an advantageous occupational pension. Lund University has generous support for parental leave and favorable offers regarding training and wellness. Read more on the University website about working with us.

Instructions on How to Apply

Applications for the position are made via the university's recruitment system, should be written in English and must contain:

• a curriculum vitae with publication list
• a description of your research and motivation for applying for the position (at most 3 pages)
• a copy of your doctoral degree
• copies of other certificates/grades that you wish to be considered
• if possible an electronic copy of your PhD thesis
• contact details of at least two referees

All documents must be in PDF.

Faculty Information

Within the Faculty of Science research and education is conducted within Biology, Astronomy, Physics, Geosciences, Chemistry, Mathematics and Environmental Sciences. The Faculty of Science is organized into eight departments, gathered in the northern campus area in Lund.

The Faculty of Science has approximately 1500 students, 360 PhD students and 700 employees.

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Employment Details

• Type of employment: Temporary position
• Contract type: Full time
• First day of employment: 2026-05-01 or according to agreement
• Salary: Monthly salary
• Number of positions: 1
• Full-time equivalent: 100
• City: Lund
• County: Skåne län
• Country: Sweden
• Reference number: PA2025/3635

Contact

Erik Wahlén
Phone: +46 46 222 81 43
Email: erik.wahlen@math.lu.se

Union Representatives

• OFR/ST: Fackförbundet ST:s kansli, 046-2229362, st@st.lu.se
• SACO: Saco-s-rådet vid Lunds universitet, kansli@saco-s.lu.se
• SEKO: Seko Civil, 046-2229366, sekocivil@seko.lu.se

Publication Details

• Published: 11.Dec.2025
• Last application date: 31.Jan.2026