Anton Mellit
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Predoctoral PhD Position in Geometry and Topology of Moduli Spaces at University of Vienna University of Vienna in Austria
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Mathematics
Funding
Paid university assistant predoctoral position at the University of Vienna with a gross salary of EUR 3,776.10 on a full-time basis (14 times per year), based on the collective agreement. The contract starts at 30 hours/week and is limited to 4 years, initially for 1.5 years with automatic extension conditions described in the posting.
Deadline
Nov 12, 2026
Country
Austria
University
Universität Wien

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The University of Vienna is advertising a University assistant predoctoral position in the Faculty of Mathematics for a research project with Prof. Anton Mellit.
The position is centered on geometry and topology of moduli spaces and their connections with representation theory, algebraic combinatorics, and knot invariants. The successful candidate will join an international and interdisciplinary research environment, contribute to ongoing research, participate in teaching and administration, and become a member of the Vienna School of Mathematics.
This is a predoctoral / PhD-level opening. The post requires a completed Master’s degree in mathematics or a related field (or completion before the start date), a strong mathematical background, independent research potential, and excellent English. The group expects the dissertation agreement to be concluded within 12–18 months.
The contract starts on 2026-12-01 or later, with a total duration of 4 years. The posting lists a gross salary of EUR 3,776.10 per month on a full-time basis (14 times per year), under the university collective agreement.
Application materials include a motivation letter, academic CV, research summary and future interests, thesis copy or draft, publication/presentation list if applicable, proof of degree completion, and two reference letters sent directly to [email protected]. Applications can be submitted through the University of Vienna job portal or the Apply now button. The deadline is 2026-11-12.
Funding details
Paid university assistant predoctoral position at the University of Vienna with a gross salary of EUR 3,776.10 on a full-time basis (14 times per year), based on the collective agreement. The contract starts at 30 hours/week and is limited to 4 years, initially for 1.5 years with automatic extension conditions described in the posting.
What's required
Completed or nearly completed Master’s degree in mathematics or a related field, with the final certificate available before the contract starts; strong mathematical background and potential for independent research; interest in geometry and topology of moduli spaces and their connections with representation theory, algebraic combinatorics, and knot invariants; excellent written and spoken English; teamwork, social and communicative competence; motivation for scientific excellence.
How to apply
Prepare a motivation letter, academic CV, summary of prior research and future interests, copy or draft of the Master’s thesis, list of publications/presentations if applicable, proof of completed Master’s/Diploma degree, and two reference letters. Submit via the University of Vienna job portal or the Apply now button; reference letters should be sent directly to [email protected] with your name and job ID 5204.
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