Postdoctoral Research Associate in Mathematics | Research Assistant/Associate (f/m/d) PostDoc

RWTH Aachen

Aachen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Mar 16, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

The Chair of Analysis and its Applications at RWTH Aachen University is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join their team in Aachen. In this role, you will conduct high-level mathematical research in areas such as applied harmonic analysis, inverse problems, or the mathematical foundations of machine learning. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include developing software packages (specifically using Python) to support research projects, publishing findings in reputable journals, and presenting your work at international conferences. Additionally, you will contribute to the university's academic environment by participating in teaching activities and supervising student assistants. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at a leading technical university with a strong focus on both theoretical and computational perspectives. The role is initially offered for two years under the TV-L EG 13 salary scale, with potential for extension and access to extensive university benefits including health services and professional development.

Required Skills

Education

PhD in Mathematics or a closely related field is required.

Experience

  • Professional research experience in applied analysis, inverse problems, or machine learning
  • Proven track record of research output demonstrated by excellent preprints and publications
  • Experience in developing software packages to support mathematical research
  • Experience in academic teaching or student supervision preferred

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • The position is a fixed-term contract for 2 years under the German Act on Fixed-term Scientific Contracts (WissZeitVG). Location is Aachen, Germany. Applicants are requested not to include a photo in their application to support equality of opportunity.