Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
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Two-Year Postdoctoral Position in Topological Data Analysis and Multiparameter Persistent Homology Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam in Netherlands
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Mathematics
Funding
This is a two-year appointment at 0.8–1.0 FTE, with a full-time gross monthly salary of €4,599–€5,760. After a satisfactory evaluation, the contract may be extended for one additional year. Benefits include an 8% holiday allowance, an 8.3% end-of-year bonus, commuting-expense contributions, a personalized benefits package option, up to 41 days of annual leave based on full-time employment, and paid parental leave.
Deadline
Dec 6, 2026
Country
Netherlands
University
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
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About this position
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is offering a two-year postdoctoral position in topological data analysis within the Department of Mathematics and Faculty of Science. The project focuses on developing the mathematical foundations of multiparameter persistent homology, a central area of applied topology that studies topological features in data across multiple parameters.
The researcher will contribute primarily to mathematical research in topological data analysis and will also participate in the teaching portfolio of the Department of Mathematics. The position forms part of the VIDI project “New Connections in Topological Data Analysis”, supervised by Assistant Professor Magnus Bakke Botnan.
The successful researcher will join the Center for Topology and Applications Amsterdam (CTA2) and an inclusive, interdisciplinary mathematical research environment. The department combines fundamental and theoretical mathematics with research motivated by applications in business, the sciences, and societal issues, with related expertise in topology, geometry, algebra, dynamical systems, stochastics, statistics, probability, and data analytics.
The role is based at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam’s Faculty of Science in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. The faculty brings together researchers, doctoral candidates, and students working across the natural sciences in a collegial and internationally oriented setting. The preferred starting date is 1 April 2027.
Funding details
This is a two-year appointment at 0.8–1.0 FTE, with a full-time gross monthly salary of €4,599–€5,760. After a satisfactory evaluation, the contract may be extended for one additional year. Benefits include an 8% holiday allowance, an 8.3% end-of-year bonus, commuting-expense contributions, a personalized benefits package option, up to 41 days of annual leave based on full-time employment, and paid parental leave.
What's required
Applicants must hold a PhD in mathematics with expertise in topological data analysis, demonstrate strong independent research skills, and have good communication skills in English. Applicants should submit a cover letter describing their motivation, a curriculum vitae, a research statement, and the names and email addresses of three references.
How to apply
Apply through the vacancy page's application button by 6 December 2026. Upload a cover letter, CV, research statement, and the names and email addresses of three references; applications by email will not be considered.
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