Chalmers University of Technology
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Postdoc in Mathematics Education and Practice-Based School Research Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Education
Funding
Temporary full-time employment for two years. The postdoc position is fully funded from the start.
Deadline
Expired
Country
Sweden
University
Chalmers University of Technology

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Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg, Sweden is advertising a postdoc in mathematics with focus on educational science (Reference: REF 2026-0258). The position is embedded in the Department of Mathematical Sciences and the national ULF initiative on practice-based school research.
The project, Practice-based school research in mathematics education, aims to deepen collaboration between researchers and upper secondary school teachers. The postdoc will work with principals and teachers to identify challenges in mathematics teaching, formulate research questions, and carry out research projects across multiple schools in the Gothenburg area. There is no predetermined thematic focus; topics will be developed in dialogue with schools based on their needs and interests.
Research keywords: mathematics education, educational science, practice-based research, school research, learning analytics, quantitative methods, pedagogical and didactic research methods, mathematics.
Eligibility highlights: a doctoral degree in mathematics, mathematics education, or learning in mathematics is required; strong English communication skills are mandatory. Teaching experience, Swedish language skills, practice-based research experience, a strong mathematics background, and expertise in quantitative methods/learning analytics are advantageous.
Funding and terms: the appointment is a temporary full-time postdoc position for two years and is fully funded from the start. Physical presence is required throughout the employment.
How to apply: submit the application in English via the online form on the vacancy page. Upload a CV, personal letter, brief introduction, motivation statement, and PhD thesis with transcripts as PDF files. Applications by email and incomplete applications will not be considered.
Deadline: 15 August 2026.
Funding details
Temporary full-time employment for two years. The postdoc position is fully funded from the start.
What's required
Doctoral degree in mathematics, mathematics education, or learning in mathematics is mandatory and must be completed by the time the employment decision is made. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are required. Meritorious qualifications include a teaching degree and teaching experience, experience of practice-based research, written and verbal Swedish skills, a strong background in mathematics, broad experience with pedagogical and didactic research methods and theories, and expertise in quantitative methods and learning analytics for processing and analysing data.
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