Doctoral Researcher (Mathematics, Group theory and representation theory) / Väitöskirjatutkija (Ma

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The Mathematics Research Centre at the Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences is looking for a Doctoral Researcher. The mathematics research at Tampere University covers areas from both pure and applied mathematics.

Job description

We are looking for a Doctoral Researcher in algebra: more specifically, in group theory, representation theory, and related topics.

Successful candidates will pursue a doctoral degree at Tampere University, under the supervision of Assistant Professor Mikko Korhonen. For more information on his research and publications, please see his personal website: https://korhonenmikko.github.io/ .

Full-time doctoral studies are expected to be completed in four years.

Additionally:

Depending on your experience and interests, you will start your doctoral research related to topics such as (for example): simple linear algebraic groups, unipotent conjugacy classes, groups of Lie type, classical groups, primitive permutation groups.

Requirements

The successful candidate should have:

• Master’s degree in mathematics or a related field. 
• Fluency in English. (Finnish Language proficiency is not required.)
• Ability and motivation to pursue independent research work in mathematics.

You need to have completed a relevant Master’s degree before the starting date of employment.

Successful candidates must be pursuing or will be accepted to study towards a doctoral degree in the doctoral programme of the discipline. Please visit the admissions webpage https://www.tuni.fi/en/study-with-us/programmes/doctoral-programmes for more information on eligibility requirements.

We offer

The position will be filled for a fixed-term period of maximum four (4) years. The starting date is in Autumn 2026 or as mutually agreed. A trial period of six (6) months applies to all our new employees.

The salary will be based on both the job requirements and the employee’s personal performance in accordance with the salary system of Finnish universities. According to the criteria applied to teaching and research staff, the position of a Doctoral Researcher is placed on level 2—4 of the job requirements scale. A typical starting salary for Doctoral Researchers is approximately 2700 EUR/month. 

We are inviting you to be a part of a vibrant, active and truly international research community. We value interdisciplinarity, as it allows you to expand your research network and exposes you to new perspectives and ideas to solve complex research problems and pursue novel research findings. We are strongly committed to the highest level of scientific research and the provision of high-quality doctoral education. 

As a member of staff at Tampere University, you will enjoy a range of competitive benefits, such as occupational health care services, flexible work schedule, versatile research infrastructure, modern teaching facilities and a safe and inviting campus area as well as a personal fund to spend on sports and cultural activities in your free time. Please read more about working at Tampere University. You can also find more information about us and working and living Tampere by watching our video: Tampere Higher Education Community – our academic playground.  

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How to apply

Please submit your application through our online recruitment system. The closing date for applications is March 25th, 2026 (23:59 EET / UTC +2). Please write your application and all the accompanying documentation in English and attach them in PDF format.

Please attach only the following documents to your application: 

• A letter of motivation (1-2 pages).
• CV. The CV should include the contact details of 2-3 people who can provide a letter of recommendation to support your application.
• PDF copy of your MSc and/or BSc degree certificates, including transcripts and their English translations (Finnish and Swedish certificates are also accepted). 

For further information, please contact:

Assistant Professor Mikko Korhonen, mikko.t.korhonen@tuni.fi

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