Postdoc Position in Applied Functional Analysis and Operator Theory at Technische Universität Ilmenau Technische Universität Ilmenau in Germany

The Applied Functional Analysis Group at the Department of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Technische Universität Ilmenau (Germany), is offering a PostDoc position focused on functional analysis and operator theory. The research areas include applied functional analysis, spectral theory, unbounded/self-adjoint operators, linear relations, and related topics. The group is internationally oriented and maintains strong connections to mathematical analysis, systems theory, and mathematical physics.

The position is for 2 years at 75% employment (EG 13 TV-L), starting 01.04.2026. Responsibilities include conducting independent and collaborative research, targeting high-quality publications, teaching exercise classes (3 hours/week), and participating in examinations. The environment is supportive, with opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration, especially with control engineering, computer science, and robotics.

Applicants must hold an excellent scientific university degree (Master/Dipl. (Univ.)) and a PhD in mathematics, with a strong background in spectral theory of unbounded operators in Hilbert spaces, perturbation theory, selfadjoint operators, and linear relations. Proficiency in English (B2 level) is required. The university offers attractive remuneration, a special annual payment, 30 days of vacation, additional days off, a VBL pension scheme, flexible working models, and a wide range of training, health, and sports programs. The position is suitable for part-time employment.

Applications should include a short CV, degree certificates, and transcripts. The application deadline is 01.02.2026. For more information, contact Prof. Dr. Carsten Trunk. The university values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity employment.